TRAFFIC
Gauteng
Strategic Category Lead, Packaging & Beverages (Africa)
KFC Corporation
South African Rand . ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
Job Description
A leading food company is seeking a Category Lead to shape the strategic vision for the Packaging & Beverages category within Supply Chain Management. This senior role involves developing long-term plans, ensuring effective execution of strategies across the region, and championing sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain, with over 5 years of experience in category management, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to influence cross-functional partnerships.
About This Role
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Salary Benchmark
$136,380/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening
Management of Personnel Resources
Speaking
Monitoring
Negotiation
Common Technologies
Microsoft Dynamics 365
Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne
Oracle PeopleSoft
Microsoft PowerPoint 365
Procure-to-Pay (P2P) solutions
E-Procurement platforms
Discontinued
Various modern DBMS
Job Overview
Date Posted
17 Feb 2026
Salary
South African Rand . ZAR
200,000 - 300,000
Location
Gauteng, South Africa