Are you a seasoned professional in the world of corporate travel and event management? Our client is seeking a
* Global Category Manager
* MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions) & Travel
* ready to make their mark on an international scale. Based in picturesque Switzerland, this permanent position offers the unique opportunity to steer procurement strategies within a vibrant cosmetics sector.
Your Role:
* Develop and implement category plans globally for MICE and Business Travel.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Marketing and Procurement divisions.
* Drive strategic sourcing initiatives aligned with company goals.
Skills Required:
* Indirect Procurement Experience: Experience here is key; overseeing non-direct expenditures such as services or secondary goods means optimizing costs without compromising quality—an essential part of your role when coordinating large-scale meetings/events/travel requirements efficiently while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
* Travel: Expertise in managing business travel programs ensures efficient logistics coordination worldwide—a cornerstone skill required for success as our new manager will oversee all aspects of corporate travels from strategy development to execution.
* Cosmetics/FMCG Knowledge: An understanding or background related to cosmetics can be beneficial—insight into market trends aids informed decision-making regarding vendor selection tailored specifically toward these products' events.
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