Category Manager Logistics ( East Africa)

ENTRY LEVEL REQUIREMENTS (CAPABILITIES, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE)

• Graduate or equivalent qualification and member of professional body, e.g., CIPS
  
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Procurement, Finance, FMCG Commerical or other relevant role, with subject-matter expertise in supply markets and spend categories relevant to the role
  
• Demonstrated performance in leading projects and teams, managing and negotiating with suppliers and experience developing and executing category and procurement strategies
  
• Strong analytical and financial awareness including a comprehensive understanding of AOP requirements and financial goals & value drivers relevant to the categories in scope
  
• Senior or middle manager or senior specialist role experience with track record influencing and managing senior stakeholders and budget holders and driving cross-border teams
  
• Exceptional communication skills: verbal, written and presentation; strong interpersonal skills
  
• Proven track record of consistent performance and delivery
  

Category- and/ or Market-specific requirements

• Excellence in Execution: Manage tot. budget (P&L and BS): 120 ml£ MRO & Man Services, 100 m£ CapEX. Lead stakeholder engagement for Manufacturing Services Requirements.
  
• Strong Relationships with external partners
  
• Develop robust 3yr + pipelines of projects introducing technology/Innovation and
  
• Lead an engaged team and be a strong team player in the EABLica Procurement Leadership Team leading some EABLica projects/Initiatives.