Category Manager

About the role

Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits and champagne industry, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand development, and global distribution technologies. Our prestigious portfolio of premium to luxury brands includes Absolut vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine's, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur and Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes. Our mission is to ensure the long-term growth of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our employees around the world to be ambassadors of our purposeful, inclusive and responsible culture of authentic conviviality. Pernod Ricard's consolidated sales amounted to € 10,959 million in fiscal year FY25. Role Purpose The Proximity Category Manager is responsible for delivering the Sales Activation sourcing strategy across the UK, Ireland, and relevant affiliates. This role leads local negotiations, manages supplier relationships, and ensures effective execution of category strategies to deliver cost efficiencies, strong supplier performance, and compliance with procurement policies. The role plays a critical part in maintaining continuity across the Sales Activation roadmap and supporting both local and global business objectives.