Global Category Manager Logistics Outbound

Purpose and objective of the position

• Contributes to category sourcing strategy and supports category roadmap development and implementation
• Develops programs to maximize value creation along 3 main lenses, including margin improvements, best security of supply and quality practices, Sustainable sourcing
• Creates efficient internal processes and maintains structured communication matrix with affiliates and central functions
• The position reports directly to the Global Category Director Logistics & Capex. The position scope : Outbound logistics (3PL contract management, Road transportation, Intermodal)

Your key missions

You will support the development of the Global Pernod Ricard logistics category strategy

• Develops and executes category strategy, in closely collaboration with Category Director
• Contributes to the definition of roadmap to deliver objectives along 3 sources of value
• Manages 1-on-1 negotiations and commercial events/tenders on regional and global scale
• Is responsible for execution of sourcing strategy, for building category S&R roadmap to support Group Sustainability agenda while priority #1 is road transport decarbonation
• Is accountable for delivery of pipeline of initiatives with margin improvement projects

You will play a key role in supplier identification, development and relationship management

• Understands category market dynamics and secures good supplier intelligence
• Is strongly engaged in potential supplier identification (both global & regional players), sourcing base development, and business allocation decisions
• Is part of strategic interface towards suppliers – builds strong and strategic relationships with suppliers

You will onboard stakeholders at all levels & facilitates transversal ways of working with affiliates and corporate functions

• Develops effective implementation plans for global activities, follows closely with affiliates on identified local initiatives
• Provides escalation support to find solutions for ongoing requests
• Identifies and meets local requirement across affiliates

You will actively participates to the Pernod Ricard Procurement transformation

• Leads development and implementation of best practice procurement tools and processes

You will identify new opportunities to reach category objectives and anticipates risks which might hinder realization of agreed targets

If you recognize yourself in the description below, don’t wait and apply!

• You have experience in procurement with successful, multi-year track record in a procurement organization
• You have experience from FMCG procurement or supply chain organization at regional or global level
• You are highly experienced in logistics category management
• You have strong knowledge of sourcing processes and methodologies
• You have advanced negotiation skills, developed problem-solving and analytical skills
• You have excellent communication skills: verbal and presenting, proficient in English
• You have practical experience and capabilities in digital & e-sourcing tools
• You have In-depth knowledge on 3PL contract and transport development

Location: Paris

Wait, there’s more…

We offer you an outstanding and collaborative workplace that embodies our sharing & conviviality culture, the possibility to work from home (2 days a week), a very complete mutual insurance, an attractive compensation including profit-sharing, the possibility to train daily, employee events…

Pernod Ricard values diversity and solidarity within its organization and in its relations with stakeholders. Our recruitment methods focus on skills, and we welcome all types of talents.

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Target Hire Date:

2025-03-01

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