Category Manager: Exclusive and retained. Global Advertising powerhouse

Category Manager – Print /3 D POS structuresWho is the clientMy client is a global data and technology led Advertising/Marketing Partner who work with some of the world’s most iconic brands. They are not an agency in the classic sense but a strategic partner to large organisations seeking GTM, cutting edge consumer conscious innovation.What you’ll do:The Category Manager will be responsible for developing and controlling the execution of the appropriate category management and sourcing strategies for our Retail activation channel (print and POS/PPOS). You will maximize the value delivered to client accounts while meeting the business objectives of the organization. This includes developing and maintaining Category Sourcing Plans, providing category expertise to local teams and supporting Business Development and Account Management teams.Leading APAC development and update of category sourcing strategies and managing sourcing activities with the Regional Procurement and Supply Chain Director.A key contributor to creating a sourcing plan for respective categories/sub-categories and control its executionParticipating in the negotiation and contract development process with your local colleagues (case by case, for more complex situations)Developing and managing partnerships with internal clients (including efficient cross-functional collaboration) and relationships with strategic suppliersSupporting tactical procurement & Supply Chain team in proactive work with internal clients to identify, forecast and optimise demand and standardize specifications to maximize savingsContributing to a positive work environment and promote teamworkEnsuring the meeting of high ethical standards related to strategic sourcing processProviding category expertise to internal customers, suppliers, clients and supporting business development and implementation activities for the assigned categoriesWhat you'll bring:Extensive sourcing experience and strong record in successful sourcing retail activation projects and materials in APAC.Experience across multiple disciplines and technologies (print, manufacturing, packaging, Temporary POS, permanent POS, materials and finishing)Advanced in usage of sourcing toolsExperience in Quality Assurance and end to end quality processExperience of strategic sourcingExperience with international Brand executionsMulti-country knowledge (APAC)The softer skills that we believe, will help you thrive in this role:Precise and target oriented executionerThe ability to communicate with people of all levelsProficient negotiations skillsFluent in EnglishAbout you:Collaborative – can collaborate well with a team, be an active listener and communicate constructivelyEntrepreneurial – not afraid of failure, and the ability to bounce back when things go wrongPioneering – as Einstein once said: “We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them”!Accountable – transparent, honest and diligent. We take credit on our successes, and acknowledge when things don’t go as plannedPassionate – most importantly, we want you to feel excited about what you do!This is a time specific role. Please contact: Dinie@contegosearch.com or apply through this AD