Category Manager - Logistics Competitive salary Lucerne Permanent Posted 4 days ago Job ID: 9503 George Weemes Associate Director * \\[email protected\\] * My Profile * See my jobs Job Description EMEA Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Global Category Manager - Logistics on behalf of our client, a leading international player in the food and beverages sector. Based at their regional office in Lucerne, you will join an entrepreneurial and fast-paced organization known for its significant year-on-year growth and world-class product portfolio. As Global Category Manager, you will hold a global remit with a core focus on the US market, specifically responsible for the strategic sourcing and management of the Road Freight category. You will lead the design and execution of Procurement strategies across North American transportation networks, focusing on cost optimization, service excellence, and building resilient partnerships with carriers to support a complex distribution infrastructure. We are looking for a high-caliber candidate with the following skillset and experience: * FMCG background is essential for this role * Extensive experience in Procurement within the US market is a must * Proven expertise in road freight/inland transportation procurement * Ability to manage a global category while maintaining a deep operational focus on North American logistics * Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering measurable value and efficiency * Fluent English is essential EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.