Senior Category Manager
Core
Define category offer strategies, manage product/service assortment, and drive revenue/profit for Food & Beverage categories in the hospitality sector.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Procurement)
Builds
Procurement sourcing strategies, supplier contracts, and category range definitions for hotels.
Domain
Hospitality / Food & Beverage distribution
Required skills
Category management, procurement strategy, supplier negotiation, contract management, assortment planning, revenue management, CSR compliance, stakeholder management, analytical skills, organization
Preferred skills
Foodservice distribution network knowledge (UK/Netherlands/Belgium), English fluency, French/Dutch language skills
Technologies
RFI/RFP/RFQ processes, tender management tools
Responsibilities
Translate customer needs into category strategies, define product/service specifications, develop procurement sourcing strategies, lead supplier selection and negotiation, manage supplier performance and relationships, ensure CSR compliance, collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC