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19.06.2025
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Job Description:
We are looking for a Category Manager Traded Goods for our headquarters in La Défense.
Your main responsibilities will be:
- Build and implement sourcing strategies on Traded Goods categories.
- Define key sub-categories within Traded Goods and develop strategies accordingly.
- Optimize the supplier panel through tenders, negotiations, and portfolio management.
- Drive productivity initiatives to achieve cost savings.
- Monitor suppliers and markets to mitigate risks and rationalize the supply base.
- Enhance sourcing performance via co-sourcing and make-or-buy assessments.
- Manage supplier performance and relationships, ensuring CSR and quality standards.
- Develop relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to identify opportunities.
- Support sales promotions and product portfolio rationalization.
- Coordinate team workload and support operational buyers across countries.
- Provide monthly KPI reports on savings and performance.
The profile we are looking for:
- Bachelor's or MBA degree preferred.
- Over 8 years of experience in a similar role.
- Procurement, negotiation, and influencing skills.
- Financial and business acumen.
- Analytical and structured approach.
- Entrepreneurial attitude and adaptability.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and deliverables.
- Willingness to travel 25-30% within Europe.
- Background in chemical industry preferred.
- Fluent in English (verbal and written).