Senior Global Category Manager
Givaudan · Cincinnati, OH · 1 wk ago
HybridMarketing$160k–$180k/yrFull-time
Main Responsibilities
- Sourcing Strategy
- Manage the key category according to the current procurement strategy
- Drive the implementation of RM into the category
- Analyze market and implement risk management strategies for the portfolio
- Lead sourcing strategy development within cross-functional team for main categories
- Drive sourcing strategy implementation by leading major RFQs and key negotiations
- Portfolio Management
- Negotiate contracts globally
- Select, manage and audit suppliers
- Identify opportunities for portfolio optimization and involve creation and manufacturing in development of optimization plans
- Own key supplier relationship, and lead GBS escalated supplier conflict resolutions
- Communicate to suppliers any forthcoming changes specifications
- Ensure contract cover for materials and supplier compliance to contracts
- Ensure vendor performance at target levels
- Stakeholder Relationship
- Communicate to main internal stakeholders/Segment BP any market conditions changes which may affect the Business
- Support the responsible sourcing / Sourcing4 good projects implementation and provide information to Procurement Sustainability Manager – in full agreement on our global sustainability strategy
- Cost Optimization
- Provide information for business planning process
- Develop cost reduction projects
- Provide price forecast and market trends for main commodities
- People Management
- Develop category managers supported by proper development planning
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in similar fields
- 7+ years of experience in Procurement
- Knowledge of F&F industry/FMCG Manufacturing/Chemical industry
- Specific technical and market knowledge in the respective category
- Fluent in English. Spanish is a plus
- 30% travel required
Qualifications
- Professional Profile
Your Professional Profile Includes:
- Bachelor's degree in similar fields.
- 7+ years of experience in Procurement.
- Knowledge of F&F industry/FMCG Manufacturing/Chemical industry.
- Specific technical and market knowledge in the respective category.
- Fluent in English. Spanish is a plus.
- 30% travel required.
Skills
- Fluent in English. Spanish is a plus.
Benefits
- An attractive benefits package (including annual bonus and health insurance)
- Plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth within an inspiring, challenging environment
Pay
- Cincinnati: Salary expectation based on technical experience: $160,000 to $180,000
Schedule
- This position can be based at Cincinnati, Sao Paulo or Netherlands working in a hybrid model (4 days at the office, 1 day remote).