Category Manager

Category Manager

Department: Procurement Location:Uxbridge Travel: Up to 60% across Europe

We’re looking for a Category Manager – Packaging to lead sourcing strategies across key packaging categories for our 42 sites across Europe.

This is a strategic role focused on delivering cost savings, sustainability initiatives, supplier performance, and long-term category value within a fast-paced FMCG environment.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and deliver European category sourcing strategies
• Lead supplier negotiations, contract management and tendering activities
• Drive cost savings, value creation and supply continuity
• Monitor market trends, raw material movements and category risks
• Lead cross-functional projects focused on innovation and sustainability
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Procurement, R&D, Operations, Supply Chain and Finance
• Track category performance, savings delivery and budget impact

What You’ll Bring

• Proven procurement experience within FMCG or a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong category management, negotiation and supplier management skills
• Experience delivering measurable cost savings and strategic sourcing programmes
• Strong commercial, analytical and stakeholder management capability
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional initiatives
• Willingness to travel extensively across Europe

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