Want to join a fast-moving company, among hard-working and convivial teams and participate to our Group's procurement roadmap? We are looking for a Global Category Manager - Secondary Packaging!  You will be based at The Island, our office in central Paris.

Your objectives

Contributes to category sourcing strategy and supports category roadmap development and implementationDevelops programs to maximize value creation along multiple pillars, including margin improvement, security of supply & resilience, S&R, quality, and innovation.Creates efficient internal processes and maintains structured communication matrix with PR affiliates and central functionsThe position reports directly to the Global Category Director

Your key missions

Supports the development of the Global Pernod Ricard category strategy •Develop and lead category strategy development, working alongside the Category Director and partnering with affiliates to co-create•Contributes to the definition of roadmap to deliver objectives along the key pillars•Manages 1-on-1 negotiations and commercial events/tenders on regional and global scale•Is responsible for execution of contracting strategy, for building category S&R roadmap to support Group Sustainability agenda•Is accountable for delivery of pipeline of initiatives with margin improvement projectsPlays 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, sourcing base development, and business allocation decisions•Is part of strategic interface towards suppliers - builds strong and strategic relationships with manufacturers/ providers•Leads supplier performance and improvement Onboards 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 requestsActively participates to the Pernod Ricard Procurement transformation•Leads development and implementation of best practice procurement tools and processes•Identifies 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 to apply!

Professional

At least 7-year experienced procurement professional with successful, multi-year track record in a procurement organizationExperience from FMCG procurement organization at regional or global levelPreferable experience in direct procurement, packaging, specifically packaging

Technical

Experienced in building/realization of category strategy in an autonomous positionVery good knowledge of sourcing processes and methodologiesAdvanced negotiator, developed problem-solving and analytical skillsExcellent communication skills: verbal and presenting, proficient in EnglishPractical experience and capabilities in digital & e-sourcing toolsIn-depth knowledge of packaging development and manufacturing process

Behavioral

High energy and enthusiasm for new challengesSelf-motivated and ready to take responsibilityEntrepreneurial: always seeking new ideas Excellent stakeholder management & alignment capability Ability to combine vision creation with operational engagement (a hands-on approach)Very strong time and activity planning and managementAbility to deliver objectives in the context of time pressureConfident and action orientated, able to make timely decisions based on the available data Is agile and can adapt to change at pace whilst remaining results driven

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 and grow in global Group holding various brands distributed across more than 160 markets.

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

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2025-05-01

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