Category Buyer - Food, Helsinki

As our business continues to grow, so does the importance of strategic procurement. We are looking for a commercially driven Category Buyer - Food to join our Supply Management team and play a key role in shaping our sourcing strategy, developing strong supplier partnerships, and driving sustainable business value. In this role, you will combine market insight, strong commercial understanding, and stakeholder collaboration to deliver cost efficiencies and support business growth.

You report to the Head of Supply Management, Finland, and cooperate with the global/regional supply management teams.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater! You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way!

Your main responsibilities

Manage assigned food categories and develop category strategies that support business objectives.

Lead strategic sourcing projects, including supplier selection, tendering, negotiations, and contract management.

Drive cost savings, efficiency improvements, and commercial competitiveness while ensuring quality and supply continuity.

Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and key internal stakeholders.

Develop strategic supplier partnerships that foster innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and category developments to identify risks and opportunities.

Ensure successful supplier implementation, contract compliance, and value realization across the organization.

Collaborate with global procurement teams and support business development projects with category expertise and commercial insights.

Maintain procurement data, contracts, reporting, and relevant administrative processes.

To succeed in this role, you need

Bachelor's or master's degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Economics, Food Sciences, or a related field.

Proven experience (4-5 years) in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement.

Strong project m