Senior Category Manager Petfood

Sourcing Strategy & Procurement Plan: Design and implement global and regional saving opportunities, regularly reporting the status of these initiatives. Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships, lead fact-based negotiations, and continuously track supplier performance to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with business management, local premix business, and site teams to ensure effective procurement and resource allocation. Strategy Implementation: Monitor and ensure the implementation of sourcing strategies, breaking down organizational barriers and engaging business users for successful execution. Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Selection: Oversee the strategic sourcing process, select key suppliers, and manage collaboration for knowledge sharing and communication with local buyers. Performance Tracking: Measure and track internal performance, forecast savings, and communicate results. Internal Customer Management: Collect feedback from internal customers, identify further TCO reduction opportunities, and build credibility by providing expertise and support. Best Practices & Innovation: Ensure the use of strategic sourcing processes, best practices, and creative thinking. Cost Input & Competitive Advantage: Provide monthly cost inputs for premix costing and inform regional business managers about supply situations and product-related issues for competitive advantage. Legal Coordination: Collaborate with the Legal Department to ensure procurement processes comply with laws and DSM regulations. WE BRING A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers. A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset. A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally; The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose. A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome. Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected - regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity. A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things and an eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future. Ability to communicate effectively and influence stakeholders. Fluency in English. APPLICATION PROCESS Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal, latest by the 17 of April 2025. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES COMMITMENT We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: (here,) there's a place for everyone with us. Our people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.