Category strategy 

• In collaboration with the category manager – contribute to formalize the category strategy and its roadmap in coordination with various stakeholders that you will have to align (BT/Sustainability Team/R&I incl. DIMP/Zones)
• As global category senior buyer, collaborate with all category buyers in the zones dedicated to the category
• Develop a thorough market knowledge and good understanding of the formulas natural shift challenges, and how the category can answer to it.
• Anticipate mid-term/long-term evolutions related to Regulatory and Consumer shifts
• Share global market knowledge and intelligence with zones and internal stakeholders

Scarcity & Risk Management 

• Comply with risk management policy (STRONG) toward most impactful raw materials and implement BCP for your dedicated scope accordingly or diversifications
• Carry out SURE rating for your dedicated scope
• Carry out Risk supply assessment for all raw materials of your dedicated scope to monitor Anticipation RM process.

Economic Performance

• Build year N+1 purchasing action plan and lead the budget for your dedicated scope
• Manage global bids for your dedicated suppliers in compliancy with internal control guidelines 
• Implement budget actions and follow-up its implementation along the year N (trend)

Supplier Management

• Manage key suppliers (KSM) while accountable for the supplier relationship management (SRM)
• Lead annual business reviews and follow-up continuous improvement plan
• With the support of the Category Manager & Director, implement long-term contract and strategic deals

CSR Management

• Follow-up the Sustainable Field projects of the category, and update their contractual frame , together with the Sustainability Team
• Contribute to master sustainability ambitions and stakes for the category
• Challenge and monitor suppliers regarding CSR capabilities
• Identify and implement relevant projects to reach 2030 targets – L4TF