Category Manager for Hot Beverages & Non-Alcoholic Beverages

OutChain Solutions Inc.; Carmona; On-site; PHP 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

OutChain Solutions Inc. is seeking a dynamic Category Manager for Hot Beverages & Non-Alcoholic Beverages to join the Purchasing, Procurement & Inventory team in Carmona, Cavite.

This full-time role focuses on optimizing category performance, supplier relationships, cost management and market analysis to drive profitability and customer value. You will lead category strategies, manage SLAs, monitor inventory, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver competitive advantages in a

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in category management, procurement or purchasing within the manufacturing, transport, logistics or FMCG sectors
• Proven track record of successful supplier management, negotiations and contract management
• Strong analytical and commercial skills with the ability to interpret data and develop actionable strategies
• Experience in beverage or food manufacturing industries is highly desirable
• Knowledge of inventory management systems, demand planning and supply chain optimisation
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, with experience working across multiple departments
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, data analysis tools and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
• Strong project management capabilities and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement or a related field
• Familiarity with procurement processes, cost analysis and margin management
• Demonstrated ability to drive cost savings and process improvements

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for hot and non-alcoholic beverages, including market analysis, competitive positioning and growth initiatives
• Manage supplier relationships, including negotiation of contracts, pricing agreements and service level agreements to optimise cost and quality
• Monitor inventory levels and implement inventory management best practices to minimise stockouts, overstock situations and waste
• Conduct regular market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities and threats within the hot and non-alcoholic beverage sectors
• Collaborate with procurement teams to source products, evaluate suppliers and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards
• Analyse category performance metrics, including volume, margin, market share and customer satisfaction, and develop actionable insights for improvement
• Lead cross-functional projects with sales, marketing, operations and finance teams to drive category initiatives and commercial objectives
• Manage product portfolio optimisation, including the evaluation of new products and the rationalisation of underperforming lines
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, safety standards and company policies within the beverage category
• Prepare regular reporting and forecasts on category performance, risks and opportunities for senior management

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project management

Excel

Data analysis tools

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the role

Our Client is seeking a dynamic and strategic Category Manager for Hot Beverages & Non-Alcoholic Beverages to join our Purchasing, Procurement & Inventory team. Based in Carmona, Cavite, this is a full-time position that plays a crucial role in optimising our beverage category performance and driving commercial success. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of hot beverages and non-alcoholic beverage categories, from supplier relationships and cost management to market analysis and category strategy development. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure we deliver exceptional value whilst maintaining competitive positioning in the marketplace. Your strategic insights and procurement expertise will directly impact our profitability, operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive category strategies for hot and non-alcoholic beverages, including market analysis, competitive positioning and growth initiatives

• Manage supplier relationships, including negotiation of contracts, pricing agreements and service level agreements to optimise cost and quality

• Monitor inventory levels and implement inventory management best practices to minimise stockouts, overstock situations and waste

• Conduct regular market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities and threats within the hot and non-alcoholic beverage sectors

• Collaborate with procurement teams to source products, evaluate suppliers and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards

• Analyse category performance metrics, including volume, margin, market share and customer satisfaction, and develop actionable insights for improvement

• Lead cross-functional projects with sales, marketing, operations and finance teams to drive category initiatives and commercial objectives

• Manage product portfolio optimisation, including the evaluation of new products and the rationalisation of underperforming lines

• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, safety standards and company policies within the beverage category

• Prepare regular reporting and forecasts on category performance, risks and opportunities for senior management

What we're looking for

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in category management, procurement or purchasing within the manufacturing, transport, logistics or FMCG sectors

• Proven track record of successful supplier management, negotiations and contract management

• Strong analytical and commercial skills with the ability to interpret data and develop actionable strategies

• Experience in beverage or food manufacturing industries is highly desirable

• Knowledge of inventory management systems, demand planning and supply chain optimisation

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, with experience working across multiple departments

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, data analysis tools and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems

• Strong project management capabilities and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement or a related field

• Familiarity with procurement processes, cost analysis and margin management

• Demonstrated ability to drive cost savings and process improvements

About us

Our Client is a leading player in the fast moving retail chains providing a variety of consumer goods at a high quality and good price through out regions across Luzon. Their mission is to deliver outstanding value to their customers through innovative procurement strategies, efficient operations and strong supplier partnerships. With a dedicated team of professionals across their Cavite operations and beyond, they are committed to building a workplace where talent is developed, innovation is encouraged and success is celebrated.