Strategic Category Manager - Packaging & VAS (EE)

Beiersdorf AG; Poznań; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

International environment

Development opportunities

Job summary

Beiersdorf AG in Poland is seeking a Local Category Manager to shape procurement for Packaging Materials (VAS) and POS Displays across Eastern Europe. You will develop category strategies, drive sourcing, negotiate with suppliers and ensure supply security while aligning with Supply Chain and Marketing teams.

You will partner with regional and global Procurement colleagues to deliver savings, improve processes and ensure compliance with contracting standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement leadership and category management.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of Procurement categories including VAS Packaging Materials, POS Displays
• Develop and deploy category strategies aligned with business and Supply Chain objectives across Eastern Europe.
• Drive sourcing projects, supplier negotiations and contract management activities to maximize value creation, service quality and supply security.
• Support the development and optimization of Supply Chain operations, Shopper and Marketing activities
• Act as a trusted business partner for Supply Chain, Shopper and Marketing stakeholders, providing procurement expertise and market insights.
• Identify and implement opportunities for cost optimization, service improvements, process harmonization and innovation.
• Lead supplier relationship management activities, including supplier performance reviews, risk management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to identify emerging trends, new suppliers and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with Procurement standards, policies and contracting requirements.
• Monitor category performance, savings delivery and Procurement KPIs while maintaining accurate sourcing and supplier data in relevant systems.
• Collaborate closely with regional and global Procurement colleagues to leverage synergies, share best practices and support strategic initiatives.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Sourcing & negotiations

Category management

Stakeholder collaboration

Market analysis

Cost optimization

Supply chain integration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Procurement

Tools

Procurement systems

Contract management

Job description

Beiersdorf AG in Poland is seeking a Local Category Manager to shape procurement for Packaging Materials (VAS) and POS Displays across Eastern Europe. You will develop category strategies, drive sourcing, negotiate with suppliers and ensure supply security while aligning with Supply Chain and Marketing teams.

You will partner with regional and global Procurement colleagues to deliver savings, improve processes and ensure compliance with contracting standards.