Category Manager

1 week ago


London, United Kingdom DSJ Global Full time

Job Overview:
As a Global Category Manager your primary responsibility is to source and purchase high-quality chemicals/solvents globally while ensuring that all purchases are cost-effective. You'll be working alongside cross-functional teams such as production departments across different geographies whilst negotiating pricing strategies & managing vendor relationships
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end sourcing activities related to chemical solvents category
- Develop strategic plans based on market trends analysis
- Work closely with suppliers/vendors; negotiate contracts/pricing.
- Analyze data reports of spend patterns/ supplier performance metrics
Qualifications Required (not derived from tags):
To excel in this position you should possess;
● A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (preferably Business Administration)
● Minimum 5 years' relevant experience preferably leading CPG/Food Production industry .
● Solid background in sourcing globally


Skills :
The following skills would make you stand out amongst other candidates;


● Excellent communication/negotiation/presentation abilities essential
● Knowledgeable about legal provisions/regulations involved when purchasing goods/services worldwide
● Strong analytical aptitude combined with commercial acumen
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