Global Category Manager, Logistics
Category Manager Logistics - Global Food Manufacturer
We are partnering with an industry-leading organisation known for its innovative, entrepreneurial spirit and long-term commitment to sustainability.
If you're an experienced logistics professional with a proven track record in procurement, this is your chance to join a fast-paced, highly impactful role in a global organisation.
About the Role
As a Category Manager Logistics, you will be at the heart of a dynamic international procurement team, working with suppliers and internal stakeholders to drive cost efficiencies, optimise logistics solutions, and contribute to strategic decisions. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on a company that is one of the worlds largest food manufacturers, with a turnover approaching €4.5 billion.
You will be responsible for managing key logistics subcategories, ensuring the best possible terms with suppliers while working closely with the Supply Chain team to ensure alignment with global business objectives. Your focus will be on developing strategic sourcing plans for road, warehouse, and pallet purchasing, and leading negotiations to achieve competitive logistics solutions that align with the company's goals.
What You'll Be Doing
- Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management: You will take ownership of logistics subcategories, driving negotiations, performance reviews, and ensuring supplier compliance with KPIs related to cost, quality, service, and innovation.
- Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Engage with cross-functional teams and key suppliers to develop and implement effective logistics strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Cost Reduction & Risk Management: Lead initiatives to drive cost savings, mitigate risks, and develop new strategies for logistics service providers.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Use analytical tools to generate insights from complex logistics databases, supporting decision-making and compliance tracking.
- Sustainability Focus: Champion responsible sourcing, sustainability initiatives, and long-term supplier relationships to ensure environmental and social impact is considered in every business decision.
What We're Looking For
- Experience: A minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement, particularly in warehouse, road, and pallet services. Experience in large-scale procurement or international logistics is preferred.
- Education: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
- Skills: Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and navigate complex supply chain dynamics. Fluency in English is required, with German and Dutch as additional assets.
- Mindset: You are an entrepreneurial and results-oriented team player with the ability to think strategically and act tactically. You enjoy collaborating with diverse teams and have strong commercial acumen.
Why Join?
This is your chance to make a real difference in an organisation with a track record of entrepreneurial success and long-term vision. You'll join a diverse, international team of professionals who are passionate about driving change. The company offers an environment that supports personal and professional growth, with flexible working options, an attractive salary, bonus opportunities, and access to numerous development programs.
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