EMEA Recruitment is partnering with a global leader in the FMCG sector, looking to bring on board a dynamic Category Manager to lead strategic logistics procurement.

In this role, you’ll shape and implement the category strategies for logistics, forge strong supplier partnerships, and work closely with local teams to streamline sourcing, optimise costs, and ensure compliance.

Acting as the key liaison between business units and logistics providers, you\'ll drive impactful initiatives that deliver value across multiple regions.

Key Responsibilities of the Category Manager:

• Craft and execute comprehensive logistics strategies, aligned with local market needs
• Oversee sourcing activities, lead contract negotiations, and manage supplier performance
• Act as a main point of contact for stakeholders, addressing logistical challenges and resolving issues promptly.
• Deliver insights on total cost of ownership and lead initiatives for continuous improvement

We are looking for a high-calibre candidate with the following skillset and experience:

• Educated to degree level, with over 5 years of experience in strategic procurement, particularly within logistics or supply chain management
• Exceptional analytical and negotiation skills, with a track record of effective supplier management
• Fluent in English, with a readiness to travel up to 15% within Europe

EMEA Recruitment is working with a global leader in the FMCG space. Our client is seeking a Category Manager with a background in managing a marketing category.

In this role, you will develop and implement category strategies, manage supplier relationships, and collaborate with local teams to ensure effective sourcing, cost optimisation, and compliance.

You’ll be the key link between local business needs and supply markets, driving initiatives that enhance value across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities of the Category Manager:

• Develop and execute regional marketing category strategies in alignment with local teams
• Lead sourcing efforts, contract negotiations, and supplier performance management
• Serve as the primary contact for local stakeholder management and problem-solving, including claims handling and quality issue resolution
• Provide insights on total cost of ownership and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Ideal Candidate:

• Degree educated, with 5+ years of experience in strategic procurement, ideally within marketing or related categories
• Strong analytical skills, contract management experience, and proven supplier relationship management capabilities
• Fluent in English; willing to travel up to 15% across Europe

EMEA Recruitment is proud to partner with a market-leading global manufacturing organization that has diversified its portfolio significantly over the last decade.

Our client has grown notably over the years and continues to expand their global presence in an ever-changing market.

My client is looking for a Global Operations & Logistics Strategy Manager to design the global footprint for capacity, demand, warehouse operations & logistics routes in alignment with EU regulations, trade agreements and strategy planning.

The role is based in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Responsibilities of the Global Operations & Logistics Strategy Manager:

• Design & lead the strategy for the global Industrial operational & logistics hubs to execute best practice in alignment with sourcing strategies, trade routes and operational/optimization planning
• Coordinate and design strategic routes and processes across the entire supply chain. Liaising with multiple key stakeholders across Supply Chain, Operations, Finance & Procurement
• Oversee the Operational footprint, including route optimization, warehouse planning, and sourcing/networking efficiencies
• Execute best practices across logistics & sourcing networks within regulatory/trade laws, warehousing/global footprint, and automation to drive operational efficiencies

• 8-10+ years\' experience in Supply Chain Operations, within a global or European environment, leading large-scale projects
• Educated to degree level in Supply Chain Management or Logistics - MBA preferred
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple cross-functional relationships, simultaneously executing global strategic & operational goals.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Manager Machine Parts & Indirects to join our manufacturing client in Zurich.

You will lead their European-focused spend, weighting towards Direct Materials used in the Automotive, Manufacturing, and Machinery production sectors.

Key responsibilities as Procurement Manager Machine Parts & Indirects include:

• Drive Procurement solutions by showcasing technical understanding of Machinery
• Take an engineering-driven approach and manage purchasing of Raw Materials such as Castings, Metals, Steel, Engine Parts, and broader materials used in industrial vehicle manufacturing
• Pick up Indirect spend coverage, with a focus on MRO, Utilities, Temporary Labour, and Freight
• Showcase Procurement expertise and understanding of market factors related to materials used in vehicle manufacturing
• Contribute to Procurement optimization projects and take Procurement within the business to the next level
• Bring cost savings through optimized Procurement methods - operate within the organization in a business partnering approach
• Lead a team covering Project Procurement and Strategic Sourcing

• Educated to degree or equivalent level, ideally in an Engineering or Supply Chain-related discipline
• Have 10+ years\' experience in Procurement, with a focus on category management in Direct materials related to Machinery manufacturing (Indirect exposure would also be an advantage)
• Hold technical knowledge of materials used in automotive and industrial manufacturing industries
• Have previously worked either regionally or globally in a multi-national organization
• Fluent in English, German would be beneficial but not essential

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

EMEA Recruitment is supporting a global organization in the consumer goods sector in hiring a Procurement Specialist to strengthen its Procurement function based in Cham.

In this role, you will manage sourcing, contract negotiations, and supplier relationships across multiple categories, ensuring cost efficiency, sustainability, and compliance with Procurement policies.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to drive process improvements and optimize Procurement strategies.

Key skills and experience required for the Procurement Specialist:

• Strong Procurement background with expertise in strategic sourcing and supplier management

• Experience in contract negotiation, cost optimization, and risk management

• Knowledge of sustainability and responsible sourcing practices

• Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills

• Experience in an international environment

• Fluent English is essential - additional languages are beneficial

This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to influence Procurement strategy within a global business. Some travel may be required.

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Regional Procurement Manager Packaging & Logistics to join our Manufacturing client and lead their EMEA regional spend within this category.

This role is based in Schaffhausen, Switzerland but we can also consider applicants open to being based in Germany, France, Belgium, Italy or the UK.

Key responsibilities as Regional Procurement Manager Packaging & Logistics include:

• Drive Procurement activities and strategies to deliver upon wider business objectives
• Showcase Category strategy and development specifically in the Packaging and Logistics categories
• Work with Logistics providers and manage supplier selection of 4PL, Warehousing, Transportation, and Distribution
• Contribute to Procurement optimisation projects and take Procurement within the business to \'the next level\'
• Manage spend of circa EUR100M and bring cost savings through optimised Procurement methods - operate within the organisation in a truly business partnering approach

• Educated to degree or equivalent level, ideally in an Engineering or Supply Chain related discipline
• Have 5+ years experience in Procurement, with a focus on category management in Indirects - specifically Logistics & Packaging
• Hold technical knowledge of packaging used in niche Manufacturing industries such as Chemicals and Materials
• Have previously worked either regionally or globally in a multi-national organisation
• Fluent in English, any other language would be an advantage

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.