Salt is working with a global leader in the beverage industry, currently undergoing a global transformation across all areas of the business. We’re seeking a freelance Global Category Manager with strong experience in Logistics and Warehouse to help develop long-term integrated category strategies focusing on cost, performance, and sustainability.
1. Hybrid working in London (not negotiable)
2. Duration until the end of the year
3. £465 per day, inside IR35
About the role:
4. Strategic sourcing and performance delivery in logistics (transport, warehousing, ocean freight)
5. Member of the Global Supply Leadership Team
6. Direct accountability for Ocean Freight, overseeing an annual spend of USD 150 million
7. Managing an annual spend of GBP 1 billion with a global team
8. Develop long-term, integrated category strategies focusing on cost, performance, and sustainability
9. Engage and influence senior stakeholders to support strategic outcomes
10. Benchmark strategies against best practices and manage business risks
You will need:
11. knowledge in logistics and ocean freight procurement.
12. Minimum of ten years in procurement with increasing responsibility, ideally in an international setting
13. Strong negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and business acumen
14. Proven capability in global sourcing and managing diverse teams, with a focus on inclusion