Head of Category Management

Michael Page España·València, Spain

What they offer

  • Permanent contract

    Per the ad.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Michael Page España doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak fluent Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in València

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 7+ years of experience

    Lead-level role.

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About the role

We are looking for a Head of Category Management for the fast-moving consumer goods sector in Valencia. The main objective will be to lead the category management team within the Procurement & Supply Chain department.

  • Take on a strategic role in category management at an international level.
  • Join a leading company that is committed to talent development.

What you'll do

  • Manage and lead a team of Category Managers within the Procurement & Supply Chain department.
  • Define and implement the purchasing strategy for the assigned categories, aligned with the company's overall objectives.
  • Lead the end-to-end purchasing process: needs analysis, supplier search, request for quotes, negotiation, awarding, contracting, and follow-up.
  • Oversee the negotiation of prices, contracts, supply conditions, delivery times, service levels, and framework agreements.
  • Analyze market trends and sales data to make informed decisions.
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure consistency in the company's strategies.
  • Prepare reports and presentations on the performance of the team and the managed categories.
  • Identify opportunities for improvement in procurement processes.
  • Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, delivery, service, and innovation indicators.
  • Identify risks associated with the supply chain and develop contingency plans and alternative suppliers.

What you'll get

  • Permanent contract in a fast-moving consumer goods company located in Valencia.
  • The selected candidate will join a consolidated multinational company with a strong international presence and a growth and transformation project.
  • Opportunity to lead a team within the Procurement & Supply Chain department.
  • Stable work environment focused on results.



If you are interested in this position, do not hesitate to apply.

About the company & team

A major multinational company in the fast-moving consumer goods and industry sector.

Who are we looking for (M/F/D)?

The selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

  • University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, International Trade, Supply Chain, or a related field.
  • A postgraduate degree in Purchasing, Operations, Supply Chain, or Business Management will be valued.
  • A minimum of 7 to 10 years of experience in purchasing, category management, or strategic sourcing positions.
  • Previous experience leading teams in the fast-moving consumer goods sector.
  • Solid experience managing complete purchasing processes in high-volume companies with significant operational complexity.
  • Strong knowledge of negotiation strategies and category management.
  • Analytical ability to interpret data and make strategic decisions.
  • Ability to work as a team and collaborate with different departments.
  • Proficiency in IT tools and systems related to purchasing management.
  • Advanced English level (C1 or equivalent), essential for negotiation and communication with international suppliers and teams.
  • Proficiency in ERP tools and purchasing management systems, preferably SAP, Oracle, RMS, or similar.
  • Advanced level of Excel and data analysis tools.

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About the company

Michael Page España

Michael Page España

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