Category Transformation Lead

7 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Valeo Confectionery Limited Full time

About Us

Valeo Confectionery Limited is a leading European producer and distributor of ambient consumer foods with a strong presence in North America. Since our inception, we have achieved significant growth through strategic acquisitions and organic expansion, including several key transactions in the past year.

As part of our transformation journey, we are committed to broadening our commercial portfolio and making targeted acquisitions within our core sectors. We believe in empowering our people and fostering a culture where your contributions drive meaningful change.

Job Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Category Transformation Lead to join our team and play a pivotal role in driving procurement excellence. In this role, you will shape and execute the procurement strategy for essential ingredients across our diverse portfolio, leveraging your market insights and strategic vision to drive value across Europe.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a strategic plan for your categories that aligns with our broader objectives and divisional business strategies and needs.
  • Manage the end-to-end sourcing process for your categories, utilizing in-depth analysis and category knowledge to achieve superior outcomes.
  • Create a strong savings pipeline through advanced procurement techniques and lead Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) to strengthen supplier innovation, ESG, and promote continuous improvement.
  • Monitor and respond to market trends to mitigate risks and maintain a competitive edge.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish best practices, elevate our procurement capabilities, and actively contribute to our transformation.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will bring a wealth of procurement expertise, ideally honed within the FMCG sector, and possess a strong background in strategic sourcing. Your exceptional communication skills will enable you to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and suppliers alike. You are a pragmatic team player who thrives in dynamic environments and demonstrates a proactive, hands-on approach. Your analytical ability and strong commercial acumen allow you to deliver impactful results.

What We Offer

In return for your expertise, we offer a highly competitive salary range of $85,000 - $115,000 per annum, reflecting your market value and potential for growth within the organization. This position offers an exciting opportunity to experience personal growth and development while contributing to the success of Valeo Confectionery Limited.



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