Category Manager, Raw Materials
Core
Oversee procurement of strategic raw materials to ensure supply security and drive purchasing performance improvements.
Role type
Category Manager (Direct Procurement)
Builds
Supply chain stability for manufacturing site
Domain
FMCG / Consumer Goods / Chemicals
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, cost reduction, risk assessment, market analysis, contract management, data analysis
Preferred skills
FMCG industry experience, knowledge of industrial constraints
Technologies
7 Step Strategic Sourcing methodology, SQP indicators
Responsibilities
Own supply security process including risk and capacity analysis; Lead cost reduction projects and value analysis; Manage local tendering and global tender support; Monitor supplier performance and financial trends; Define annual budgets and present activity plans to leadership.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC