Senior Category Product Manager

The GraceKennedy Group seeks to identify an individual looking for an excellent opportunity to progress his/her career, and who possesses the vision and energy to help drive dynamic changes across the group, in the following capacity:-​

Senior Category Product Manager

At GraceKennedy Foods, strong supplier partnerships and strategic sourcing drive growth and excellence. The Senior Category Product Manager will lead the development and execution of category strategies that deliver value through reliable sourcing, cost optimisation, and supplier performance — ensuring the Division meets its operational and strategic objectives.

 WHAT WILL YOU BE RESPONSIBLE FOR?

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that optimise GK Foods’ supply base and supplier performance.
• Identify, qualify, and negotiate with suppliers and contract manufacturers to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets.
• Manage supplier contracts, performance metrics, and compliance with Company policies.
• Conduct spend analyses, risk assessments, and supplier performance reviews.
• Partner with cross-functional teams—including Category Management, Innovation, Operations, and Finance—to deliver divisional objectives.
• Lead supplier qualification, training, and development initiatives.
• Drive cost management and continuous improvement across assigned portfolios.
• Maintain supplier master data and provide regular performance and market reports.

WHAT IS REQUIRED FOR THE JOB?

• A first degree in the Social, Natural, or Management Sciences.
• At least five (5) years’ experience in purchasing, commodity, or supplier management.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills.
• Proven experience managing supplier relationships and contracts.
• Experience in the Food Industry is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in procurement systems and business software applications.

​Qualified applicants are invited to submit applications no later than 22/03/2026 via the careers section of our Corporate Website at www.gracekennedy.com

GraceKennedy upholds the principles of fairness and equity in the treatment of all our employees and stakeholders. The Company is committed to equity in all its employment practices and policies and seeks to recruit, develop and retain its employees on the basis of merit, ability and performance. As such, we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment, and will not discriminate on the grounds of race, national origin, religion, gender, or otherwise.