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Category Manager Packaging & Sustainability

Sydney, Australia💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-15 → 2026-09-25

Core

Develop and align packaging supplier network and category strategy across Australia and New Zealand while driving local sustainability optimization projects.

Role type

Category Manager (Packaging & Sustainability)

Builds

Packaging supplier network, category strategy, sustainability reports, and GHG scope data

Domain

Food/FMCG industry, Packaging, Sustainability

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Strategic procurement, sustainability management, supply chain management, commercial consulting, data analysis, Excel proficiency, tender management, supplier relationship management, contract execution, Scope 3 carbon reduction, packaging material specifications

Preferred skills

Experience in food/FMCG sector, knowledge of APCO standards, regional market knowledge

Technologies

Excel

Responsibilities

Develop and optimize packaging supplier network and category strategy, create data analysis and category reviews, provide procurement advice and manage tenders, build long-term supplier relationships, project manage Non-Financial Reporting and GHG scope data, drive local sustainability optimization projects, facilitate Scope 3 carbon reduction initiatives

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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