Category Manager Logistics Procurement (T&D) WE
Location: Ziegelbrücke, Switzerland / Breakspear Park, Hemel Hempstead, UK
Role Overview
Are you ready to shape the future as Regional Category Manager at Carlsberg? We are seeking a Category Manager Logistics Procurement (T&D), to support logistics (T&D) commercial processes including tendering in Western Europe in accordance with the Group Category Logistics strategy.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Manage and control the expenditure through policies and suppliers.
* Stakeholder management on an on-going daily basis
* Preparation and support of RFx
* Understanding local business requirements and supply markets, coordinating cross-border implementation, and providing input to category strategy
* Category analytics and database management
* Support budget process through deep cost structure understanding
* Co‑ordinate and run Supplier Performance reviews were setting and delivering clear value improvement agenda with suppliers / stakeholders
* Participate in, and define and develop, the strategic targets, Category strategy, WOW, processes and business reviews
* Identify and implement growth opportunities and cost optimization opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce complexity and create transparency
* Ensure agreed KPI’s (e.g. cost reduction, cost avoidance, cash flow improvement, portfolio simplification) are delivered and be part of deciding which projects should be prioritized and rolled out at regional level
* Ensure contract compliance and adhere to Procurement Policies
* Take responsibility for specific projects related to the relevant Category
* Secure sharing of information and best practices with local commercial and procurement teams with category in scope
* Lead relevant communication to the internal stakeholders
What We’re Looking For
* Experience (+ 8 years) in Procurement or Logistics/Supply Chain, FMCG goods, preferable beverages
* End-to-End Supply Chain / Commercial a plus
* Candidate with international working experience is preferred
* Experience in managing and balancing commercial and technical requirements
* Experienced in internal customer and external supplier relationships
* Experienced project management
* Experienced in development and implementation of sourcing strategies
* Understanding of complex organizational interdependencies
* Experience with sourcing systems and e-tool solutions preferable, e.g. Keelvar
* Capable of analysing independently the market, suppliers and alternative possibilities
* Demonstration of strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to condense complex issues into concise and relevant information
* Strong Category Management/ Supplier Management experience, including contract management
* Strong experience in tender processes: RFI, RFP and e-auctions
* Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent IT skills across Word, Excel, PowerPoint
* Good negotiation skills, and willing to challenge the status quo
* A proven ability to multi-task effectively
* Background within either Facilities Management, Supply Chain, Engineering Capex or MRO
* Good general knowledge of FMCG beverage supply chains
* Growth Mindset
Growth Mindset Culture
We live growth mindset culture in Carlsberg; we are looking for new colleagues who:
* Live by Semper Ardens (always burning) and constantly strive for the extraordinary
* Foster an environment of positive energy and compassion
* Passionate about the consumer in everything we do
* Decide fast and deliver with excellence
* Empower, support, and grow our people to reach their full potential
Education
* Master’s degree preferred and or time served experience
Languages
* Fluent English (spoken and written)
* Other languages will be considered as an advantage
What You Can Expect
* The opportunity to work closely with the Senior Management and also with respective Carlsberg markets and within Carlsberg HQ and Carlsberg Regions
* The chance to work for a company with nearly 180 years of heritage
* A dynamic international work environment with great energy
* An inclusive and supportive company culture
Interested?
If you feel that you are interested for such a challenge please send us your application through the link. We read applications continuously, and vacancies may be filled sooner than the deadline, so apply as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application.
Application deadline: January 31st, 2026.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Other
Job function
Marketing and Sales
Industries
Food and Beverage Services
Carlsberg Group: Brewing for a better today and tomorrow
For us success has always been in the diverse mix of our people, our beers and our brands. At Carlsberg, we want to recruit and develop people with a global mindset, cultural understanding, and international experience to ensure that our organization stays agile, inclusive and prepared for future growth. Only by acknowledging and harvesting from different perspectives and experiences, will we gain competitive advantage and leverage the effect of diversity for business growth. Carlsberg aims to create equal access to opportunity regardless of social identity, and we encourage everyone to apply regardless of gender, nationality, race, religion or any other characteristics protected by law.
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