Senior Category Manager - Food
Licorne SocietyParis, Ile-de-France, France
Posted April 13, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Licorne Society is a boutique recruitment agency that specializes in placing talent within the digital, tech, and startup ecosystems. The firm offers end-to-end recruitment solutions across four core domains: executive search, technology, marketing & sales, and operations, covering roles from CEOs and CTOs to developers, growth marketers, and supply-chain managers. With deep industry knowledge and a network of high-growth companies, Licorne Society delivers tailored talent acquisition strategies that accelerate scaling and innovation. Their focus on startups and scale-ups positions them as a trusted partner for organizations seeking to build high-performance teams in fast-moving markets. Whether you're a senior executive or a tech specialist, Licorne Society's data-driven approach and personalised service ensure the right match for both candidates and clients.
Job Description
The Licorne Society is recruiting a Senior Category Manager for a food scale-up to develop a deep understanding of the category, stay up to date with commercial opportunities, optimize the supply chain, and build relationships with suppliers.
Requirements
- Master's degree in commerce with exposure to analytical challenges
- 4-6 years of experience in purchasing in an analytical environment
- Excellent mastery of French and English, both orally and in writing
- Perseverance and enthusiasm to lead projects to their full success
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Initiative and terrain awareness, with a real agility in resolving everyday problems
- A genuine interest in food and consumer products, combined with a good understanding of the sector's trends
