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Proc Regional Category Mgmt Assoc Manager

Reading, United KingdomFull-time2026-09-21 → 2026-10-26
Based in United Kingdom

Core

Lead the UK Commercial Potato Procurement Programme, developing a sustainable sourcing strategy to drive productivity and supply chain growth for PepsiCo's potato supply.

Role type

Senior Category Management Manager (Procurement)

Builds

Sustainable potato supply value chain and commercial agreements for UK PC plants

Domain

Food & Beverage / Agricultural Procurement

Required skills

Commercial negotiation, financial modeling, supply chain planning, risk mitigation, supplier relationship management, crop planning, contract execution, cost management, KPI reporting

Preferred skills

Technical knowledge of potato processing plants (PC plants), experience with AOP/PSP planning processes

Technologies

Excel, PowerPoint, PGT/ACM data systems

Responsibilities

Execute commercial negotiations and legal contracts with UK suppliers; lead potato seed supply planning; manage supplier relationships and performance metrics; ensure seamless 24/7 supply of potatoes to correct quantity and quality; report financial forecasts and KPIs; manage supplier payments and settlements.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC