Category Manager - Directs at The Kraft Heinz Company

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, Category Management, Negotiation, Analytical Skills, Project Management, Commercial Mindset, Stakeholder Engagement, Supplier Negotiations, P&L Management, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Excel Proficiency, Business Systems, Sustainability, ESG Integration

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Job Description Category Manager - Directs Opportunity to strategically drive end-to-end business value in our Procurement team Flexible work arrangement – 3 days in office, 2 days remote Location: Melbourne CBD, Victoria Utilise Your Procurement Proficiency with Kraft Heinz! Are you a seasoned procurement professional looking to take your career to the next level? Do you want to join a global organization that's transforming procurement into a strategic driver of business value? We have an exciting opportunity for a Category Manager to join our team, where you'll play a critical role in driving commercial impact, innovation, sustainability, and resilience across our supply base. The Company The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands. Key position responsibilities include, but not limited to: Drive Category Strategy: Create, deliver, and execute the sourcing strategy for assigned category including analysing market trends, identifying market developments and conduct category reviews to drive business understanding of these markets and how best to utilise the capabilities of suppliers and industry developments to deliver a competitive advantage. Business Partnership: Act as a strategic business partner—proactively engaging with cross-functional stakeholders (i.e: Commercial, Operations, R&D, Supply Chain, Finance etc) to influence decisions, support innovation, and unlock end-to-end value. Demonstrate the ability to influence decisions and challenge the status quo constructively. Lead sourcing initiatives, including RFX processes, supplier evaluation, and contract implementation Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive business growth, innovation, and sustainability Manage spend under management, category complexity, and supplier performance to deliver commercial impact Analyse market trends, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies to ensure supply chain resilience Lead project initiatives to drive productivity, innovation, sustainability, and risk mitigation Integrate ESG targets into sourcing strategies and supplier partnerships to contribute to Kraft Heinz's global sustainability commitments About you: Proven experience in a procurement or category management role, ideally within a manufacturing or FMCG environment Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills, with a commercial mindset Ability to influence and engage cross-functional stakeholders and senior leaders Experience developing category strategies, leading complex supplier negotiations, and managing P&L Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with a collaborative mindset Proficiency in Excel and procurement/business systems, with a willingness to learn and adapt to new systems Tertiary qualifications in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related discipline preferred Benefits of working with us Hybrid Working – Flexibility around when and where you work Pay for Performance – industry leading variable compensation offerings tied to company and individual performance on top of a competitive base salary package Parental Leave – paid time off for both primary AND secondary caregivers Leave Options – Purchased leave, volunteer leave and LiveWell leave programs to give you even more flexibility to plan your life and spend time on causes that matter Novated Leasing Great Place to Work certification in Australia and New Zealand In House Training Programs Corporate Discount Programs Ready to make an Impact? If you're a strategic thinker, a collaborative leader, and passionate about procurement, we want to hear from you. If you're eager to take your procurement career to the next level and contribute to a global organisation, please submit your application. We will review applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close this job posting at any time. #LI-DNI Location(s) Freshwater Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. ABOUT US Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company. Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food. WHY US We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food. Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz. INCLUSION MATTERS TO US Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry. We’re committed to: Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Growing our Business Resource Groups — vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities. Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.

Responsibilities

The Category Manager will create and execute sourcing strategies for assigned categories, analyzing market trends and conducting category reviews. They will act as a strategic partner, engaging with cross-functional stakeholders to drive business growth and innovation.