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 environment.
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.
Food Packaging Category Manager at Bunzl in Burlington employer: Bunzl Canada Inc.
Bunzl Canada Inc. is an exceptional employer that prioritizes employee growth and development, offering a comprehensive onboarding and mentoring program for new Business Development Representatives. With a commitment to inclusivity and a positive work culture, employees enjoy a strong sense of belonging while contributing to a rapidly growing global company. Located in Canada, Bunzl provides unique opportunities to engage with diverse clients and innovative solutions in the industrial warehouse and packaging supplies sector.
