Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller

A food production company in the UK is seeking an experienced Category Manager to join their Procurement team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a significant annual spend, developing category strategies, and building relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and strong expertise in procurement processes. Additionally, you'll enjoy numerous benefits including a company car and contributory pension plan.

Location: Market Drayton - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote Function: Procurement At Müller, we're proud to make great products that are loved by millions. To help us continue delivering quality, value and innovation across our supply chain, we're looking for a Category Manager to join our Procurement team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a defined area of spend, develop robust category strategies and work closely with stakeholders across our business to deliver long term value. What you'll be responsible for: Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement Ensure continuity of supply and adherence to quality standards. Build strong working relationships with Business Units, providing insight, challenge and clear recommendations. Support budget planning and forecasting with accurate and timely category data. Present market insights to enable effective decision making and operational planning. Represent Group Procurement Packaging in BU meetings and support decision making. Act as an escalation point for supply or quality challenges. Category Strategy & Spend Management Analyse procurement markets to identify risks, opportunities and strategic priorities. Lead tenders, cost analysis and negotiation activity to secure the best commercial outcomes. Develop and implement category strategies aligned with both Business Units and Group functions. Support new product launches by ensuring the right suppliers, contracts and materials are in place. Ensure compliance with procurement policies and processes. Manage categories with an annual spend of approximately €50 million Support other Group Category Managers in projects in the UK as required. Identify, evaluate and qualify suppliers with relevant internal partners. Drive supplier performance through proactive management and structured performance reviews. Lead contract creation and management, ensuring clear KPIs and service levels. Support continuous improvement through the Balanced Supplier Scorecard and supplier development initiatives. Use category expertise to identify innovation and improvement opportunities. Deliver measurable value creation through market intelligence and supplier collaboration. Support process and system improvements across the Procurement function. What you'll need: Master's degree or equivalent experience. Strong understanding of procurement processes and category management principles. Experience managing medium scale spend profiles within a complex organisation. Ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders and present with confidence. Strong analytical skills with a strategic, solutions focused mindset. You'll be part of a Procurement team that plays a key role in shaping how Müller sources materials, services and innovation across the Group. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for development and the chance to make a real impact on the performance of a business that millions of households rely on every day. What you'll receive: In return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer our employees numerous benefits as part of your employment, including: Company car Contributory pension plan Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme Generous annual leave increasing with service. In addition, our employees have access to a Rewards Benefits Programme, giving you a range of discounts across 800 retailers online and in store

Overview We are recruiting a Senior Quality Analyst within the Quality Department at Muller in Market Drayton (Butter Plant) The purpose of this role is to drive quality performance through improved analysis, extended subject knowledge and testing performance whilst striving to continuously improve in line with the Muller values by supporting the development of Laboratory Technician's and the Quality Management System. Contract: Full Time/Permanent Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday (8am-4pm) Location: Market Drayton (Butter) Responsibilities Ensure laboratory tasks are completed on time to the right standard: All testing completed accurately and on time in line with the MTS's, including any additional trial work and annual surveillance testing. Daily calibrations and controls are completed and any issues investigated and resolved. The laboratory is organised and tidy with a 'clean as you go' mindset. Ensure that stock is rotated and levels are monitored and maintained. Able to priorities work load effectively. All documentation either electronic or hard copies are complete in full Qualifications Essential Specialist/Technical Skills and capabilities Competent in the follow microbiological methods Total Viable Count (Petrifilm) Previous laboratory experience Aseptic skills Auditing Equipment calibration and maintenance Laboratory Accreditation standards i.e. CLAS HACCP L2 In depth Micro and dairy Chemistry knowledge Compensation and Benefits In return for your contributions to our success, Müller offers a competitive salary package. We value our people and are proud to offer a wide range of benefits: Up to 5% yearly bonus Monthly Pay Salary sacrifice Pension scheme with Muller matching up to 4% Life Assurance at 2x your annual salary 23 days holiday per year Access to 1000s of reward via the Muller Rewards platform

We arerecruiting for a Utilities Improvement Engineer to join us at our Manchester Dairy, within our Muller Milk & Ingredients business. The Utilities Improvement Engineer will form part of the site maintenance team leveraging and initiating opportunities which deliver improvements in utilities and energy. You will be working and engaging with key stakeholders to understand and deliver strategic objectives to meet the business sustainability obligations. The Utilities Improvement Engineer role is predominantly Monday-Friday, however will require flexibility to achieve implementation of projects and workload as required by the role/business. Support in the reduction of energy & water consumption by 3% per volume of milk Assist the Compliance Manager to progress the facilities infrastructure and procedures. Improve the maintenance of utilities through working methods, redesign and elimination of hazards that require high-risk permits. Supporting of the team by sharing knowledge / coaching and acting on behalf of the Compliance Manager when they are off site. Liaise with Group functions such as Process Improvement, OPEX and Projects team to drive forward improvement initiatives through minor and major Capex processes. What are we looking for in a Utilities Improvement Engineer? We're looking for a trained engineer who has hands on experience with utilities equipment such as Steam generation / Air Compressors / Electricity Generation / Water / Effluent / Ammonia Refrigeration and project management. Somebody who is able to analyse data to identify opportunities, investigating possible solutions and working through the minor and major capex processes through to implantation. Why should you be a Utilities Improvement Engineer at Muller? Career development and progression 5% annual bonus 25 days annual leave Supportive working environment Access to Muller rewards platform saving money on numerous retailers