Global Category Manager - America'S Glass in Louisville

Location: Louisville, Kentucky, US

Careers that unlock the magic of human connection

Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company. We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, Beefeater® Gin, and Avión™ Tequila, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!

Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard. Here, we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The salary range for this role, based in Kentucky is $138,000.00 to $172,500.00. The range will vary if outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Objective

Contributes to Global category sourcing strategy and supports category roadmap development and implementation.
Develops programs to maximize value creation along 4 main lenses, including margin improvements, best security of supply and quality practices, Sustainable sourcing and innovation.
Creates efficient internal processes and maintains structured communication matrix with PR affiliates and central functions.
The position reports directly to the Global Category Director.

Responsibilities & accountabilities

Supports the development of the Global Pernod Ricard category strategy.
Develop medium term category strategy, beside Category Director & with local procurement teams.
Contributes to the definition of roadmap to deliver objectives along 4 sources of value.
Manages 1-on-1 negotiations and commercial events/tenders on regional and global scale.
Is responsible for execution of contracting strategy, for building category S&R roadmap to support Group Sustainability agenda.
Is accountable for delivery of pipeline of initiatives with margin improvement projects, driving productivity.
Plays a key role in supplier identification, development and relationship management.
Understands category market dynamics and secures good supplier intelligence.
Is strongly engaged in potential supplier identification, sourcing base development, and business allocation decisions.
Is part of strategic interface towards suppliers - builds strong and strategic relationships with manufacturers/ providers.
Onboards stakeholders at all levels & facilitates transversal ways of working with affiliates and corporate functions.
Develops effective implementation plans for global activities, follows closely with affiliates on identified local initiatives.
Provides escalation support to find solutions for ongoing requests.
Actively participates to the Pernod Ricard Procurement transformation.
Leads development and implementation of best practice procurement tools and processes.
Identifies new opportunities to reach category objectives and anticipates risks which might hinder realization of agreed targets.

Skills

Professional:

Highly experienced procurement professional with successful, multi-year track record in a procurement organization.
Experience from FMCG procurement organization at regional or global level.
Direct procurement experience is preferrable, specifically in Glass packaging.

Technical:

Experienced in building/realization of category strategy in an autonomous position.
Very good knowledge of sourcing processes and methodologies.
Advanced negotiator, developed problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication skills: verbal and presenting, proficient in English.
Practical experience and capabilities in digital & e-sourcing tools.

Behavioral:

Strong leadership and ability to manage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Ability to manage ambiguity and complexity.
High energy and enthusiasm for new challenges.
Self-motivated and ready to take responsibility.
Entrepreneurial: always seeking new ideas and chances.
Excellent stakeholder management & alignment capability.
Ability to combine vision creation with operational engagement (a hands-on approach).
Very strong time- and activity planning and management.
Ability to deliver objectives in the context of time pressure.
Confident and action orientated, able to make timely decisions based on the available data.

Organizational Relationship

Category Director:

Report to and work closely with the Global Category Director to develop and execute Global Category strategy.

Category Manager & Analyst:

Work side-by-side with the other Global Category Manager & Analyst to align on and drive on-going category activities.

Internal Stakeholders:

Procurement Center of Excellence (CoE) and other HQ functions.(Sustainability, Quality, Innovation).
Affiliate Marketing directors & VP Ops.
Affiliate Procurement managers and Glass buyer.
Affiliate Head of Pack development.
Central and affiliate Finance teams.

When you join Pernod Ricard, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings our

culture to life

Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a hybrid or remote option. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for their and their team’s schedules.

We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out

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Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms.

Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact your talent acquisition manager.

Job Posting End Date:

2025-01-28

Target Hire Date:

2025-03-28

Target End Date:

Global Category Manager - America's Glass

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