Senior Global Category Manager (Procurement) – Vernier (CH) / Saint Celoni (ES)
As a Raw Material Senior Integral Category Manager you will develop and implement strategies to source the large spend and/or complex, business‑critical Aroma Chemicals, secure supply in line with the business plan, and operate with high autonomy, clear sourcing strategy, priority setting and resource optimisation.
Responsibilities
Sourcing Strategy
- Manage the main category according to the 2030 procurement strategy
- Improve the implementation of RM in to the category
- Analyze market and implement risk management strategies for the portfolio
- Lead sourcing strategy development within team for key categories
- Bring sourcing strategy implementation by leading major RFQs and important negotiations
Portfolio Management
- Negotiate contracts globally
- Select, manage and audit suppliers
- Identify opportunities for portfolio optimization and involve creation and manufacturing in development of optimization plans
- Implement Scope 3 PCF reduction towards Givaudan 2030 procurement strategy.
- Oversee main supplier relationship, and lead GBS escalated supplier conflict resolutions
- Communicate with suppliers any forthcoming changes in demand/specifications
- Ensure contract cover for materials and supplier compliance to contracts
- Ensure vendor performance at target levels
Stakeholder Relationship
- Communicate with main internal stakeholders/Segment BP any market conditions change which may affect the Business
- Support the responsible sourcing/Sourcing4 good projects implementation / Scope 3 PCF reduction journey and provide information to Procurement Sustainability Manager – in full agreement on our global sustainability strategy
Cost Optimization
- Provide information for business planning process
- Develop cost reduction projects
- Provide price forecast and market trends for important commodities
People Management
- In a second phase, build and develop category buyers
Qualifications
- University degree preferred or equivalent experience
- Degree on Chemical Engineering or Organic Chemistry preferred
- 7-10 years of experience in Procurement
- Knowledge of F&F; industry/FMCG Manufacturing/Chemical industry
- Specific technical and market knowledge in the respective category
- International exposure in previous role
- Fluent in English
Benefits
- Healthcare support
- Paid time off and family leave
- Retirement plan
- Sport and leisure clubs
- Company shop
- Staff restaurant
Multiple locations: Vernier (Switzerland), Sant Celoni (Spain).
Givaudan is committed to equal opportunities. Therefore, we welcome applications regardless of cultural and social background, gender, age, religion or sexual identity.
We also have a safe working environment, progressive working conditions and are certified as an equal pay employer.
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