International Category Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Core
Lead strategy and execution for the protein category, driving supplier negotiations, cost efficiency, and supply chain resilience for a global food technology company.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Procurement)
Builds
Strategic sourcing roadmaps, supplier networks, and cost-saving initiatives for the protein category.
Domain
Food & Beverage / FMCG / Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic category management, complex supplier negotiation, market analysis, cost reporting, tendering, invoice validation, stakeholder influence, advanced Excel, data analysis
Preferred skills
FMCG/food industry experience, produce industry knowledge, entrepreneurial mindset
Technologies
Excel
Responsibilities
Own and drive category strategy with multi-year sourcing roadmaps; Lead market analysis and category reviews; Act as senior escalation point for category issues; Lead high-value supplier negotiations; Build and manage supplier networks in New Zealand; Lead cost reporting and compliance activities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC