Procurement Category Lead – IngredientsLocation: Australia or New Zealand, with flexibility for time zones and hours as this role spans multiple regions.Are you passionate about driving impactful procurement strategies? Ready to bring your sourcing expertise to a dynamic team at Coca-Cola Europacific Partners?Key Highlights: Expertise in strategic sourcing for ingredients or packagingSkilled in collaboration across functions with a commercial, results-focused mindsetCommitment to sustainable, cost-effective solutionsProven track record of driving supply chain improvementsAbout Us Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) is one of the largest producers and distributors of beverages and snacks across the Asia Pacific. Our products reach millions daily, and we proudly support 42,000 employees and countless others across our supply chain. Our Procurement team partners with suppliers to streamline operations, enhance value, and foster innovation across business units.About the Role This is a great opportunity for a Procurement Category Lead to make a real impact, driving sourcing strategies for Sugar, Other Ingredients, and Co-Manufacturing. Reporting to the Regional Head of Procurement – Ingredients, currently based in Indonesia, you'll lead cross-functional collaboration, manage supplier partnerships, and mentor a Procurement Category Manager.What You'll Do: Lead category strategies that optimize procurement for Sugar, Other Ingredients, and Co-Manufacturing.Execute negotiation strategies and build strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.Drive continuous improvement initiatives and sustainability outcomes across the supply chain.Develop and coach your team to foster growth and ensure high performance.What You Bring: A natural talent for influencing and collaborating with diverse teams, making a meaningful impact at all levels.Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, negotiation, and project management, creating value that resonates across regions.A passion for fostering high performance and growth within your team—people management experience is an advantage but not essential.A commitment to sustainability and efficiency, with a focus on smart, cost-effective solutions.Exposure to global markets is a plus, along with flexibility for varying time zones and working hours as the role operates across multiple regions.A background in Procurement or Strategic Sourcing—ideally within FMCG—that has equipped you to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments.Working at CCEP At Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, we're always refreshing the way we work to become an increasingly inclusive, diverse, and equitable company. We are committed to providing you with the best recruitment experience possible, so please let us know if there are any accessibility adjustments we can support you with throughout the recruitment process.Coca-Cola Europacific Partners is dedicated to the health and safety of all employees and is committed to equal employment opportunities in a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.This role can be based in New Zealand or Australia and will be subject to our standard pre-employment checks, including employment references, working rights, and/or medical and background checks, as applicable to the position.At CCEP, we value openness, initiative, and a focus on both today and tomorrow. If you're ready to make an impact and grow with us, apply now.Please gain support from your manager for your application.Applications close 18th November #J-18808-Ljbffr