Global Category Manager – Packaging & Process Equipment

Global Category Manager – Packaging & Process Equipment, Job Description

As Global Category Manager – Packaging & Process Equipment, you will own the global category strategy for one of JDE Peet’s most strategic CAPEX portfolios. You will be accountable for a significant global spend, shaping supplier ecosystems, influencing executive investment decisions, and building long-term partnerships with leading global OEMs.
You will act as the commercial counterpart to Global Engineering, Manufacturing and Supply Chain Leadership, ensuring major capital investments deliver maximum business value through innovation, standardization, resilience, sustainability and total cost of ownership.

What you'll be responsible for

• Own and execute the global category strategy aligned with long-term manufacturing and supply chain objectives.
• Lead commercial strategies for major global CAPEX investments and global framework agreements.
• Influence executive stakeholders on investment decisions, supplier strategy and technology roadmaps.
• Build executive-level partnerships with strategic OEMs and lead Executive Business Reviews.
• Drive supplier innovation, equipment standardization and manufacturing competitiveness globally.
• Deliver multi-year value creation through cost optimization, innovation, sustainability and risk reduction.
• Lead complex negotiations and governance for high-value global sourcing initiatives.
• Develop strategies to mitigate geopolitical, financial and supply continuity risks.
• Represent Procurement in global cross-functional steering committees and investment governance.
• Coach regional procurement teams and promote procurement excellence globally.

Working at JDE Peet’s is hands‑on, giving you the chance to leave your mark while working together as one team. We’re a fast‑paced company on a mission, focused on what matters most. Our environment demands energy, agility, and bold thinking. If you’re ready to make an impact and grow in a global team, JDE Peet’s is the place for you.

For this role as a Global Category Manager – Packaging & Process Equipmentwe’re looking for someone who has the following skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in technical procurement, engineering, manufacturing or CAPEX sourcing.
• Experience leading global sourcing strategies and multi-million-euro investment projects.
• Strong executive stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Experience working with leading global OEMs within FMCG, Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods, Pharmaceutical or similar industries.
• Strong commercial acumen with expertise in strategic negotiations, supplier relationship management and total cost of ownership.

Our DE&I Statement

At JDE Peet’s we aim to create a better future where we authentically serve, reflect and embrace everyone. We believe in fostering a more diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation where everyone feels comfortable to truly be who they are and unleash their full potential. This means we do not tolerate discrimination on the basis of our race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, age, disability, or any other trait protected by law.

Throughout the entire employee lifecycle, we place DE&I at the core of our people processes. This enables us to drive objectivity and eliminate any potential bias, ensuring an inclusive experience in the workplace. Do not hesitate to reach out if you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.

Our efforts on this agenda have earned us the prestigious Catalyst Award, as well as the Fair Pay Leader Certification in 2025 thanks to an unexplained gender pay gap of 0.52%.

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