Regional Category Team Member

Consumer Brands Purchasing Australia, Chatswood - Sydney, NSW, New South Wales Full Time Regular
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About this Position

At Henkel Consumer Brands, we are on the lookout for a Regional Category Team Member to lead the development and implementation of sourcing strategies across contract manufacturing and traded goods. This role will also focus on strengthening and scaling the raw materials and packaging supplier base, while driving continuous improvement across procurement processes. 

What you´ll do

  • Drive cost-saving initiatives and optimize profitability through effective sourcing strategies for raw materials and packaging
  • Support innovation and new business initiatives through strategic procurement activities
  • Manage and strengthen supplier relationships to ensure long-term value and performance
  • Continuously improve and redesign sourcing strategies and procurement processes
  • Identify opportunities to enhance supply chain efficiency and operational effectiveness
  • Mitigate supply risks to ensure continuity of production and sales
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives and growth
  • Monitor market trends and supplier performance to drive informed sourcing decisions

What makes you a good fit

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher qualification
  • Proven professional experience within a multinational FMCG environment
  • Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
  • In-depth knowledge of raw materials market dynamics within the laundry and home care industry
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Supply chain experience or a strong understanding of S&OP processes

Some perks of joining Henkel

  • Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
  • Diverse national and international growth opportunities
  • Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
  • Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
  • Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
  • Flexible Public Holidays
  • Company Products Allocation

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.

JOB ID: 26096450

Job Locations: Australia, New South Wales, Chatswood - Sydney, NSW

Contact information for application-related questions: talent.seaanz@henkel.com

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Sobre a Henkel

Com base num forte legado de cerca de 150 anos, estamos a liderar o caminho para reimaginar e melhorar a vida todos os dias. Hoje e para as próximas gerações. Através das nossas marcas e tecnologias inovadoras e sustentáveis, e das nossas equipas em todo o mundo. A Henkel ocupa posições de liderança em negócios industriais e de consumo: o nosso portfólio inclui reconhecidos produtos de cuidado capilar, detergentes e amaciadores para roupa, bem como adesivos, selantes e revestimentos funcionais. 

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