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 support business objectives and supply chain needs.
Role type
Associate-level strategic sourcing category manager
Builds
Category strategies, supplier relationships, cost models, and sourcing decisions for food ingredients and packaging
Domain
Food & Beverage / Supply Chain / Strategic Sourcing
Required skills
Strategic procurement, supplier relationship management, negotiation, cost modeling, market forecasting, project management, cross-functional collaboration, data analysis, process improvement
Preferred skills
Experience in food or food-packaging industry, management consulting background, knowledge of Generative AI tools, fluency in a European language
Technologies
Generative AI tools
Responsibilities
Shape and roll out category strategies across European markets, manage key supplier relationships and lead negotiations, identify and deliver cost reduction opportunities, develop cost models and run make-or-buy analyses, forecast future cost pricing and track market trends, lead short-term procurement projects and mentor junior team members