The Category Lead EMEA&S is responsible for defining and implementing strategic category management across the EMEA&S region. They will coordinate with country procurement teams, support local strategies, and drive cross-country synergies. This role plays a central part in optimizing procurement performance, ensuring supply continuity, and delivering sustainable value through strategic sourcing, supplier management, and operational excellence.
Scope : Total external spend € 2.3B with target to manage 50% by 2027 through professional category management. EMEA&S scope includes 23 countries.
The Category Lead – EMEA&S will report to the Procurement Director EMEA&S, ensuring alignment between regional operational needs and overarching procurement strategy, and will be a member of the Procurement Management Committee EMEA&S.
