Junior Category Manager
Cascais, Portogallo
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Logoplaste is currently seeking to recruit a Junior Category Manager to integrate the Supply Chain (Procurement) team of Logoplaste.

Reporting directly to the Supply Chain and Procurement Manager, you will be required to work as an integral part of the team.

If you fit the profile, please submit your CV. This Recruitment process is confidential.

 

Job Summary

The Junior Category Manager supports the strategic and tactical aspects of indirect (OPEX) category-specific procurement activities. This role focuses on ensuring the effective management of supplier relationships and purchase order processing within designated product categories.

This position plays a crucial role in driving procurement efficiencies, contributing directly to the overall performance and profitability of the organization.

 

Key tasks & Activities

 Supplier Coordination

  • Acts as the primary contact for suppliers, handling communications and procurement-related interactions to ensure timely delivery and resolution of any procurement-related issues.
  • Issues and manages purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in terms of product specifications, pricing, and procurement delivery timelines.

Contract Administration

  • Supports the negotiation and administration of contracts, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions and facilitating renewals or modifications as needed.

Performance Tracking and Reporting

  • Monitors supplier performance against established metrics such as supplier delivery times, quality standards, and cost compliance, providing regular feedback.
  • Collects and analyzes data related to procurement activities, creating reports to help track spending, savings, and compliance with operational targets.

Cross-functional Collaboration

  • Works closely with other departments, such as Finance and Quality Assurance, to align procurement strategies with broader organizational goals and objectives.

 

Who we are looking for…

 

Background and Experience

  • Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration.
  • 2+ years of experience as a Category Manager in Procurement area.

 

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
  • English and Portuguse language proficiency (mandatory)

 

Interpersonal Skills

  • Effective Negotiation.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with suppliers.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and derive actionable insights.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

 

Logoplaste is an equal opportunities employer, where the foundation of our culture and our drive is based on Diversity & Inclusion. At Logoplaste we are all unique and different, everyone is accepted and respected for who they are. This is our strength.

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