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.
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