Category Manager

Company: Pilgrim's Europe
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Location: Uxbridge
Job Description:

Category ManagerDepartment:

ProcurementLocation: UxbridgeTravel:

Up to 60% across EuropeWe’re looking for a

Category Manager – Packaging

to lead sourcing strategies across key packaging categories for our 42 sites across Europe.This is a strategic role focused on delivering cost savings, sustainability initiatives, supplier performance, and long-term category value within a fast-paced FMCG environment.What You’ll DoDevelop and deliver

European category sourcing strategiesLead supplier negotiations, contract management and tendering activitiesDrive

cost savings, value creation and supply continuityMonitor market trends, raw material movements and category risksLead cross-functional projects focused on

innovation and sustainabilityBuild strong relationships with stakeholders across Procurement, R&D, Operations, Supply Chain and FinanceTrack category performance, savings delivery and budget impactWhat You’ll BringProven procurement experience within

FMCG or a fast-paced manufacturing environmentStrong category management, negotiation and supplier management skillsExperience delivering measurable cost savings and strategic sourcing programmesStrong commercial, analytical and stakeholder management capabilityAbility to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional initiativesWillingness to travel extensively across Europe

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Posted: October 27th, 2026