Global Category Manager - Logistics & Packaging - Indirect Procurement

Morgan Advanced Materials•,

4d•Remote

About The Position

Morgan Advanced Materials is seeking a Global Category Manager for Logistics & Packaging to lead procurement efforts for these critical spend categories. This role involves developing category strategies, leading sourcing initiatives, managing supplier relationships, and collaborating with manufacturing, supply chain, and operational teams globally. The position is fully remote, with a preference for candidates in the Eastern Time Zone to support North American operations while engaging with international stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strategic thinking and practical execution, understanding the interconnectedness of logistics and packaging within a manufacturing context.

Requirements

Proven procurement or category management experience within Logistics, Packaging, or ideally both.
Strong category expertise across freight, transportation, warehousing, customs, and logistics services.
Demonstrable experience sourcing and managing packaging categories, including supplier selection, commercial negotiation, and cost optimisation.
Experience managing strategic supplier relationships and delivering measurable business value.
Strong commercial and negotiation skills, with a track record of delivering savings and operational improvements.
Comfortable working within a global manufacturing or industrial environment.
Able to influence stakeholders across functions, regions, and levels of seniority.
Self-motivated and comfortable operating remotely whilst staying closely connected to the business.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute global category strategies across Logistics and Packaging.
Lead strategic sourcing activity covering transportation, freight, warehousing, customs, packaging materials, and packaging suppliers.
Manage relationships with logistics providers, including 3PL and 4PL partners, as well as key packaging suppliers.
Negotiate global and regional agreements that deliver value, improve service levels, and strengthen supply chain resilience.
Partner with manufacturing, operations, supply chain, and procurement teams across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Identify opportunities to optimise packaging specifications, reduce waste, and support sustainability goals.
Drive supplier performance, continuous improvement initiatives, and category governance.
Assess and mitigate commercial and supply chain risks across both categories.
Lead cross-functional procurement projects from strategy through to implementation.