Logistics Category Manager

4 days ago


Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Nigel Wright Group Full time

About the Role

As a seasoned Logistics Category Manager, you will be responsible for leading our indirect sourcing activities in Logistics, encompassing road freight, ocean freight, warehousing, and pallets. This role requires collaboration with colleagues from logistics within integrated supply and customer service departments.

We are seeking an experienced professional to drive efficiency and cost savings, while building on our way-of-working in indirect sourcing. As part of this team, you will develop and implement category strategies and plans, ensuring that products and services are sourced at best competitive conditions.

This role offers opportunities to innovate procurement solutions, negotiate agreements, and manage supplier relationships. You will also contribute to expert knowledge of global supply markets, competitors, and product innovations.

Key Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in logistics sourcing in a relevant industry
  • University degree in a relevant field, such as supply chain management, engineering, or business
  • Strong ability to build strategic partnerships and engage with senior stakeholders
  • Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills
  • Strong project management and leadership skills
  • Fluent in English; proficiency in Finnish and Swedish is an advantage

The Company

Paulig is a family-owned food and beverage company growing a new, sustainable food culture – one that is good for both people and the planet. With iconic brands and high-quality products full of flavor, we offer continuous learning opportunities and a dynamic workplace with a strong future-oriented focus.

This role offers a hybrid working solution and is located in Milton Keynes. We estimate the annual salary to be around £60,000 - £80,000 based on industry standards.



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