Senior Manager, Category Procurement (Dry Goods) job opportunity at Pernod Ricard.



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Pernod Ricard Senior Manager, Category Procurement (Dry Goods)
Experience: 12-years
Pattern: full-time
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Category Procurement (Dry Goods)

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degreeMaster's (M.A.)
loacation Louisville, KY, United States Of America
loacation Louisville, KY....United States Of America

Where Conviviality is at work.    Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company. We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet® Gin, and Skrewball™ whiskey, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!  Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.    Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!  The salary range for this role, based in Kentucky, is $112,880.00 to $141,100.00. The range may vary if the role outside of this location.  Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position. Role Purpose Lead the end-to-end procurement strategy, supplier management, and value creation agenda for packaging categories, ensuring delivery of cost competitiveness, supply resilience, innovation, sustainability, and flawless execution across the North American business. Key Responsibilities Category Strategy & Value Creation Own end-to-end packaging category strategies (glass, closures, labels, secondary packaging, etc.) aligned with business, brand, and regional priorities. Deliver multi-year cost-savings, inflation mitigation, and value-engineering pipelines . Translate packaging design and technical decisions into COGS, margin, and cash impact . Supplier Strategy & Commercial Leadership Lead supplier segmentation, negotiation strategy, contracting, and performance management . Drive supplier accountability across cost, service, quality, innovation, and ESG . Actively manage risk, BCPs, dual-sourcing, and capacity strategies . Packaging Development & NPD Leadership Partner with Marketing, NPD, and Operations to influence design-to-value decisions early. Ensure packaging solutions meet brand intent, manufacturability, sustainability, regulatory, and cost objectives . Lead supplier involvement in innovation, lightweighting, and alternative materials. Operational & Governance Excellence Ensure robust specifications, GS1 compliance, ERP master data, and change-management processes . Govern packaging standards, approvals, and compliance with all regulatory and Pernod Ricard frameworks. Budget creation, and COGS management Support supplier audits, continuous improvement, and quality initiatives. People & Stakeholder Leadership Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing packaging team . Act as a trusted business partner to Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, Quality, and Global Procurement. Influence at senior leadership level with data-driven recommendations. Key Success Metrics COGS savings & inflation recovery Supplier OTIF, quality, and risk KPIs NPD on-time / on-cost delivery Innovation pipeline value Sustainability targets (light-weighting, recycled content, CO₂) Required Experience & Capabilities 8–12+ years in CPG packaging procurement and/or packaging operations Demonstrated ownership of commercial negotiations and category strategies Strong understanding of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and cost drivers Proven ability to influence Stakeholders without authority Track record of value creation, not just execution Experience working in matrixed, regional/global organizations Education Bachelor’s degree required Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or equivalent strongly preferred MBA a plus When you join Pernod Ricard, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings our culture to life .  Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for them and their team’s schedules.      We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support.  Check out PRUSABenefits.com for details.  This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to match applicant skills with role requirements and qualifications. Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms. Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process.  To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us at PR_NA_TalentAcquisition@pernod-ricard.com . Job Posting End Date: Target Hire Date : 2026-03-01 Target End Date :

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