Sr. Category Manager Logistics

The Senior Category Manager Logistics role at dsm-firmenich is responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring, and realizing the sourcing strategy for the Logistics category, in alignment with the company’s requirements and guidelines. The objective is to ensure the achievement of all agreed goals in collaboration with Business Units (BU) and Group functions, while contributing to the overall success of dsm-firmenich.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop the category strategy and an approved plan for the logistics category. Lead the deployment of the strategy within the category and assign priorities for procurement initiatives.
• Prepare and lead fact-based negotiations, supplier selection, and the contracting process.
• Manage procurement initiatives in close alignment with relevant stakeholders and procurement colleagues.
• Act as account manager for key suppliers: develop and manage relationships, track performance, and ensure all contracts are valid and up to date (Key Supplier Management - KSM).
• Facilitate knowledge sharing, collaboration, and effective communication between category managers and buyers within and across categories by providing strategic and deep category expertise, ensuring the use of standardized processes and best practices.
• Contribute to the development of the dsm-firmenich Indirect Procurement strategy and actively enhance its profile and recognition within the internal stakeholder community.

We bring

• An open, trusted and flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome.
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset.
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally.
• A firm belief that working together with our stakeholders and suppliers is the key to achieving great things.
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future.

You bring

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 5 years of experience in Procurement or a related business function.
• Strong expertise in category management, strategic thinking, and creative problem-solving.
• Proven ability to influence and motivate stakeholders across functions.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive and results-driven approach.
• Solid negotiation and demand management skills.
• Strong analytical capabilities and the ability to extract actionable insights from data.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.