**Purchasing Category Lead - Air, Ocean, Logistics Freight**
Are you ready to steer the purchasing strategy of a dynamic sector within an esteemed organisation? We are seeking a Purchasing Category Lead with expertise in Air, Ocean and Logistics Freight. .
Your mission will be to oversee procurement functions related to transportation and logistics services on a global scale. You'll act as both strategist and negotiator-a driving force behind cost-effective sourcing while ensuring seamless supply chain operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop comprehensive category strategies addressing air freight, ocean freight & logistic needs
- Negotiate contracts that deliver value across price service levels & supplier performance
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams worldwide
Relevant Skills Explained:
* **Consumer Electronics Knowledge:** Understanding market trends within this fast-paced industry ensures alignment between product demand cycles.
* **Air/Ocean Freight Expertise:** Proficiency in these transport modes enables optimisation shipping routes costs efficiency standards compliance.
* **Logistics Acumen**: Insight into end-to-end logistics processes supports effective planning execution inventory management distribution methodologies.
* **Procurement Mastery**: Strong background strategic tactical buying practices leads successful vendor relations contract administration spend analysis initiatives improvement efforts ROI enhancement measures taken regularly benchmarked best-practices embraced adopted company-wide all stakeholders engaged informed decisions made confidently swiftly benefiting overall corporate goals met exceeded expectations set forth by upper management commitment excellence upheld every step way journey toward operational superiority begins here - join us!
English and French language skills required for this position
*Note: While prior experience Consumer Goods/FMCG sectors beneficial not mandatory.*
