Drive strategic growth as the Food Packaging Category Manager with Bunzl Canada in Burlington, ON. Oversee supplier relationships, pricing strategies, and product lifecycle management in a hybrid work setting. In this role, you will be responsible for financial performance and sourcing within assigned food packaging categories, impacting product innovation and customer satisfaction.
With a strong background in foodservice disposables, you will collaborate cross-functionally to support sales growth and operational efficiency. Your expertise will guide the execution of category strategies, optimize product assortments, and maintain supplier compliance. Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business goals
- Manage PBIT performance through sales growth and margin improvement
- Lead supplier evaluations and negotiations for cost competitiveness
- Oversee product lifecycle management, including new introductions
- Collaborate with Sales and Marketing for go-to-market planning Requirements:
- Five+ years in category management or procurement
- Strong financial acumen and supplier negotiation skills
- Experience managing national-brand and Own Brand programs
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Utilize your expertise in food packaging category management to foster growth and innovation at Bunzl Canada.