At GBfoods

we offer
culinary solutions in several countries of Europe and Africa with prestigious leading local brands, including Jumbo, Gallina Blanca, Erasco, Gino, Liebig, Star, Bama, D&L;, Grand'Italia and Blå Band , among others. Our Purpose “Celebrating local flavours” is to empower and take care of each of the local communities we belong to and to bring out their authentic flavours. Some of our local brands have been in consumers' kitchens for over a century and have positioned themselves as authentically loved brands, as well as deeply rooted parts of the local culture. We are currently looking for an experienced Category Manager – Packaging to lead the strategic sourcing and category management agenda for packaging materials across multiple markets. Define, communicate, and ensure the implementation of short-, medium-, and long-term Packaging Category Strategies. Drive strategic and sustainable procurement initiatives that create business advantages through market and cost intelligence, economies of scale, structural cost competitiveness, supply risk management, strategic supplier partnerships, and packaging innovation. Define Packaging Sourcing Strategy (short, medium and long term) based on Category Management principles and business needs.



Monitor general packaging raw materials trends (paper, plastics, aluminum, glass, resins and additives). Develop Supply & Cost Transparency models for packaging materials. Define Sourcing Map & Market Strategy (local / regional / imports / mix). Own category budgeting, savings delivery and deviation control. Ensure TCO visibility for all packaging materials. Drive Packaging Innovation and Sustainable Sourcing with suppliers and in coordination with R&D; (eco-design, downgauging, recyclability, mono-materials). Establish governance and control ensuring transparency, compliance and procurement execution excellence. Execute supplier negotiations, contracting and commercial frameworks for packaging categories. Coordinate the deployment of category strategies with country procurement teams. Manage critical suppliers and ensure operational continuity with local teams. 2 teleworking days/week ~ Free products of our brands ~ English and cooking lessons Strong background in Packaging procurement (primary & secondary packaging). ~ Experience managing regional/global suppliers and imports. ~ Solid understanding of packaging cost structures and specifications. ~ Fluency in English. ~ SAP / SAP Ariba knowledge desirable. ~

📌 Category Manager (España)
🏢 Gbfoods
📍 España