As a Senior Global Category Manager, reporting to the Head of Procurement RM T&W Beverages, you will develop and implement strategies. These strategies will include related tactical plans to source the large spend and complex/business critical RM categories. Additionally, you will secure supply for those categories following the business plan. Operating with high autonomy, you will manage a clear sourcing strategy, priority setting and resource optimization, This position can be based at Cincinnati, Sao Paulo or Netherlands working in a hybrid model (4 days at the office, 1 day remote). For Cincinnati, salary expectation based on technical experience: $160,000 to $180,000 Your main responsibilities will include: Sourcing Strategy • Manage the key category according to the current procurement strategy • Drive the implementation of RM into the category • Analyze market and implement risk management strategies for the portfolio • Lead sourcing strategy development within cross functional team for main categories • Drive sourcing strategy implementation by leading major RFQs and key 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 • Own key supplier relationship, and lead GBS escalated supplier conflict resolutions • Communicate to suppliers any forthcoming changes specifications • Ensure contract cover for materials and supplier compliance to contracts • Ensure vendor performance at target levels Stakeholder Relationship • Communicate to main internal stakeholders/Segment BP any market conditions changes which may affect the Business • Support the responsible sourcing / Sourcing4 good projects implementation 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 main commodities People Management Develop category managers supported by proper development planning You? Your professional profile includes: • Bachelor's degree in similar fields. • 7+ years of experience in Procurement • Knowledge of F&F industry/FMCG Manufacturing/Chemical industry • Specific technical and market knowledge in the respective category. • Fluent in English. Spanish is a plus. • 30% travel required We offer an attractive benefits package (including annual bonus and health insurance) and, more importantly, plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth within an inspiring, challenging environment. Givaudan takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications/certifications and education, and internal equity.