International Category Manager (Associate experience) (M/F/X)
Core
Develop and implement category strategies for sourcing high-quality ingredients and packaging across European markets to optimize costs and supply chain efficiency.
Role type
Associate International Category Manager (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Category strategies, supplier relationships, cost models, and sourcing decisions for food ingredients and packaging.
Domain
Food & Beverage / FMCG / Strategic Sourcing
Required skills
Strategic procurement, supplier relationship management, cost modeling, market forecasting, project management, negotiation, data analysis
Preferred skills
Food industry experience, management consulting background, European language proficiency, Generative AI tools
Technologies
Generative AI tools
Responsibilities
Shape category strategy across European markets, manage supplier relationships and negotiations, drive cost reduction opportunities, develop cost models and monitor commodity prices, forecast future pricing using data and AI, lead short-term projects and mentor junior team members
Seniority
Associate, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
