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Coca-Cola CCI

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 Procurement Category Specialist, Lahore, Pakistan
 
 
 
 
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 Job Identification
 
 
 
 
 We are looking for a Procurement Category Specialist to be part of our Supply Chain Team in Lahore.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What We Expect
 
 
 
 
 1. Support sourcing event drafts and contracting needs for category group at the regional level and according to procurement strategies determined by corporations.
 
 
 2. Provide support to the Procurement Category Lead in strategy building, category analyses, market analysis, and category reporting to drive negotiations and supplier selection.
 
 
 3. Support the execution of sourcing events within provided spend limits as determined at corporate category group level.
 
 
 4. Ensure all procurement activates to align with CCI policies, audit expectations, and countries Legislation.
 
 
 5. Maintain good utilization for eProcurement tools made available by CCI.
 
 
 6. Develop and source alternatives to bring new local/global suppliers into the system, to engage in problems with suppliers such as quality, delivery, payments etc., create contingency plans.
 
 
 7. Utilize reporting and analytics to drive key strategies and decisions for the category group.
 
 
 8. Monitor industry trends and evolving technology to proactively identify supply base issues to minimize risk, protect continuity of supply, and exploit emerging opportunities.
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's Degree (Engineering/Finance/Business Administration)
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 English level upper-intermediate
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 Experience min 2 years
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 What We Embrace
 
 
 
 
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 &ldquo;People Centered&rdquo; Focus
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 Equal Salary Advocate
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 A Globally Diverse/An International Workplace
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 Inclusive Team-Building Activities
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 Digital Learning Opportunities
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 Leadership Exposure With Organizational Events
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 Inclusive Language And Culture
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 Social Clubs/Networks
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 Inclusive/Family-Friendly Policies
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 Who We Are
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 CCI is a multinational beverage company operating in T&uuml;rkiye, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Iraq, Uzbekistan, Bangladesh, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Jordan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Syria. We produce, distribute, and sell sparkling and still beverages, serving a population of 600 million people with more than 10,000 employees across 33 bottling plants and 3 fruit processing plants in 12 countries.
 
 
 At CCI, we are committed to creating value for our employees, customers, consumers, and communities. As a Top Employer certified company, we put people at the heart of everything we do. With our vision to become the best FMCG company, we achieve success through our One Team spirit, guided by our shared values of passion, integrity, accountability, and teamwork. Our ambition is to be a great place to work&mdash;an inclusive, diverse, and inspiring organization with strong leadership and organizational capabilities.
 
 
 We foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in everything we do. As the fourth company to obtain the EQUAL-SALARY global certification, we take pride in being an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer across all our markets.
 
 
 We take responsibility for the future with our Sustainability Commitments for 2030. Our roadmap focuses on six key areas: packaging, water, and climate in environmental sustainability; and human rights, diversity &amp; inclusion, and community investment in social sustainability. By 2030, we aim for 35% of newly hired individuals, 40% of managerial positions, and 50% of executive committee members to be women.
 
 
 
 We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, sex, color, national or social origin, ethnicity, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender expression, or political opinion.
 
 
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Procurement Category Specialist

Cohere Beauty

<div>Cohere Beauty is a diverse team of strategic collaborators, product innovators, R&amp;D formulators, and manufacturing professionals. Built on beauty and rooted in quality, our promise is to collaborate, co-innovate, co-develop, and co-manufacture. Promoting diversity and sustainability through our facilities and supply chains, Cohere Beauty&rsquo;s approach to social, safety, and environmental responsibility is grounded in a commitment to our employees, customers, and the communities where we live and work. At Cohere Beauty, we&rsquo;re here for what&rsquo;s next. 
Job Summary
The Procurement Category Specialist is responsible for creating and executing procurement strategies for a defined group of materials in alignment with Cohere Beauty&rsquo;s production and business objectives. This role works closely with external suppliers, internal teams, and customers to ensure a timely, cost-effective, and dependable supply of materials that meet both production schedules and customer expectations. The Procurement Category Specialist plays a critical role in negotiating cost savings, ensuring supply continuity, and driving continuous improvement within their assigned categories. 
This is what you will do: 
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Develop and implement procurement strategies for assigned product categories to support company production and financial goals.</li><li>
Develop strong partnerships with suppliers and customers that supply materials for production to help ensure open communication and continuity of supply.</li><li>
Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders in accordance with established policies and procedures</li><li>
Deliver schedule attainment of 95% by proactively identifying supply chain issues, problem suppliers/materials, and communicating resolution effectively with cross-functional team members to align with S&amp;OP schedule lock.</li><li>
Achieve ongoing cost savings through supplier negotiations and sourcing initiatives to meet annual savings goals for assigned categories.</li><li>
Responsible for maintaining optimal inventory levels that meet production requirements and company inventory reduction goals.</li><li>
Track delivery of purchase orders and work with suppliers to resolve any issues</li><li>
Ensure satisfactory quality compliance of suppliers regarding contractually specified performance metrics and mitigate any issues with performance that may arise.</li><li>
Assist in sourcing items by preparing and conducting competitive RFQ&rsquo;s. Request regulatory documentation and samples as needed.</li><li>
Investigate, resolve, and approve discrepant invoices and receiving issues.</li><li>
Consistently monitor the market for pricing trends, future supply constraints, and gain overall category knowledge to keep leadership and peers informed on market conditions.</li><li>
Actively participate in corporate-level, functional, and team projects, delivering results and driving continuous improvement.</li><li>
Maintain accurate procurement master data and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.</li><li>
Some travel is required for supplier visits and trade shows.</li><li>
This is a full-time, 100% on-site position.</li><li>
Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul> 
This is what you will need: 
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Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or comparable experience</li><li>
Minimum 3-5 years of purchasing, sourcing, category management, or planning experience required.</li><li>
Strong negotiation and critical thinking skills.</li><li>
Ability to work with a sense of urgency and deliver results under pressure; meet assigned deadlines.</li><li>
Strong analytical skills, decision-making mindset, detail-oriented, organized.</li><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate/collaborate clearly and effectively at all levels of the organization and externally.</li><li>
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and ERP systems.</li><li>
Ability to read, write, and speak English competently.</li><li>
Ability to work on-site.</li><li>
Ability to maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.</li><li>
Knowledge and understanding of the Purchasing Cycle (preferred).</li><li>
Strong organization and time management skills (preferred).</li><li>
Adaptability &ndash; open to and actively solicit new ideas and opinions (preferred).</li><li>
Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (preferred).</li></ul><div></div> 
We enthusiastically welcome your application, as we recognize the invaluable perspective, experience, and potential you possess. Apply with us today! Together, we win! 
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Alshaya Group Avrasya

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 Kuwait-based Alshaya Group started to operate in the Turkish market in 2002 with the objective of undertaking retailing activities within the framework of the Group's Turkish operating rights for major international brands. Today, the group represents a portfolio of world's best known international brands in Turkey, managing their retail franchise operations in segments including Fashion, Food, Health &amp; Beauty.
 
 
 Franchise portfolio includes Bath and Body Works, Pinkberry, Shake Shack, Starbucks and Victoria's Secret in Turkey.
 
 
 Alshaya Group&rsquo;s operations are based on the vision of "Being one of the world's leading retailers, managing world's best known brands in profitable, value-building partnerships," with a corporate culture that rewards "Think Big," "Act Small," and "Be You" is currently looking for a ''
 
 Category Specialist
 
 " to join its Starbucks division.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 University degree preferably in Engineering, Statistics and/or related fields,
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 Fresh graduated or minimum 1 years of experience at product development from conception to implementation in Retail or FMCG sector,
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 Leading and facilitating cross-functional teams or organizational groups,
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 Advanced knowledge of MS Office,
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 Fluency in English is a must,
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 Excellent analytical and communication skills,
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 Strong planning and organizational skills, ability to multi-task,
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 No military obligation for male candidates.
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 Job Description
 
 
 
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 Assists the Brand Category Team in the development of the product range for the relevant category (food, beverage, whole bean and retail items) that would strengthen and support the innovative and market leader position of Starbucks Coffee by ensuring suppliers offer services at and above the standards and expectations, increasing sales and improving margins,
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 Plans actions to achieve targets set for category performances in terms of turnover and units,
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 Creates and presents the business case for new products or programs to support market growth strategies and profitability targets,
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 Leads integrated launch programs for products, including product direction, marketing plans, store operations and supply chain requirements,
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 Follows-up performance of products, gathers consumer insights and evaluates program effectiveness; identifies actions to improve product performance and integrates findings into future activities and initiatives,
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 Manages harmonization of all products and service to Starbucks standards applied all over the world,
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 Monitors trends/fashion/orientations taking place in Turkey and in the world market; estimates these developments and takes action to sustain and improve the market leader position.
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Starbucks Category Specialist

Ingredion

<div><div><div>About Ingredion:
Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you&rsquo;ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet&rsquo;s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you&rsquo;re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create. 
Location: Westchester
Workplace type: Hybrid
We're looking for someone who brings clarity to complexity, enjoys fostering strategic dialogue, and knows how to navigate diverse stakeholder priorities with confidence and tact.
As a The Procurement Category Specialist, Packaging, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Ingredion&rsquo;s US/CA strategy for key packaging categories&mdash;including pallets, drums, totes, and secondary/tertiary packaging&mdash;with direct accountability for ~$15MM in annual spend.
As a core member of the Corporate Direct Strategic Sourcing team, you'll drive value creation by leading cross-functional sourcing efforts, building strong supplier relationships, and helping build and streamline processes in a dynamic, evolving environment.
What you will do:<ul><li>
Develop and execute the USCA Packaging category strategy to drive measurable business results.</li><li>
Align category goals with broader business needs, proactively resolving any strategic misalignments.</li><li>
Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and Operations to influence strategy using category expertise.</li><li>
Lead financial processes including monthly cost forecasting, savings reporting, and strategic sourcing with P&amp;L impact.</li><li>
Manage supplier relationships, including negotiations, SRM development, and ensuring delivery, quality, and cost targets.</li><li>
Guide procurement teams in daily strategic execution and provide data-driven recommendations based on spend analysis.</li><li>
Monitor global market trends and build risk management strategies to mitigate supply disruptions and ensure business continuity.</li></ul>
What you will bring:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field</li><li>
3&ndash;6 years of procurement/supply chain experience in complex environments</li><li>
Hands-on expertise with SAP, SAP Ariba, Icertis, and e-Sourcing tools</li><li>
Proven record in sourcing and strategic cost reduction</li><li>
Strong collaboration across functions with measurable results</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple projects in a high-pressure culture</li><li>
Strong analytical, financial, and communication skills</li></ul>
Who you are:<ul><li>
Bring sourcing experience in packaging, ingredients, commodities, or chemicals</li><li>
Set ambitious targets, manage competing priorities, and drive results independently</li><li>
Communicate with precision and influence, fostering strategic relationships across teams</li><li>
Lean into crucial conversations and conflict with clarity and impact</li><li>
Have an owner's mindset&mdash;intrigued by continuous improvement and challenging status quo</li><li>
Understand internal politics and know how to lead through organizational complexity</li></ul>
Why Join Ingredion?
Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:<ul><li>
Total Rewards Package &ndash; Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success</li><li>
Comprehensive Benefits &amp; Wellness Support &ndash; Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being</li><li>
Flexible Work Arrangements &ndash; We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally</li><li>
Career Growth &ndash; Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement</li><li>
Employee Recognition Program &ndash; A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally</li><li>
Employee Discount Program &ndash; Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel.</li></ul>
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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability&mdash;mental or physical&mdash;marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (&ldquo;protected classifications&rdquo;). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.
Relocation Available:
No
Pay Range:
$81,680.00-$108,906.67 Annual
This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).
Incentive Compensation:
As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.
Benefits:
Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.</div>

Procurement Category Specialist, Packaging

Watsons Turkey

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 Watsons Turkey is a part of AS Watson Group, the world's largest international health and beauty retailer, operating over 17,000 stores under 12 retail brands across 31 markets with more than 130,000 employees. As of the 2024 fiscal year, AS Watson Group recorded a revenue of 24 billion USD and serves over 6 billion customers annually through its O+O (Offline plus Online) platforms, offering a technology-enabled retail experience. As the leading O+O health and beauty retailer in Asia, Watsons operates 8,000 stores and over 1,500 pharmacies across 16 markets in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Watsons Turkey is one of the leading beauty and personal care retailers in Turkey, with more than 450 stores in 66 cities and over 3,500 employees. It aims to make a positive difference in customers&rsquo; lives through its products and services. Watsons is Asia&rsquo;s No.1 Personal Care and Beauty Retailer.* *Based on the results of the "Top 50 Customer Experience Brands" survey conducted by Campaign Asia with 9,000 participants across six Asian countries
 
 
 
 
 
 
 * The data you share is protected and processed within the scope of the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 ("KVKK"). For detailed information, you can visit https://www.watsons.com.tr/calisan-adayi-aydinlatma-metni.
 
 
 
 
 * 6698 say&inodot;l&inodot; Ki&scedil;isel Verilerin Korunmas&inodot; Kanunu ("KVKK") kapsam&inodot;nda payla&scedil;m&inodot;&scedil; oldu&gbreve;unuz veriler korunmakta ve i&scedil;lenmektedir. Ayr&inodot;nt&inodot;l&inodot; bilgi i&ccedil;in https://www.watsons.com.tr/calisan-adayi-aydinlatma-metni adresini ziyaret edebilirsiniz.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
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 BA degree from a related department
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 Min 3 years of experience in Ecommerce category management (Experience in Offline retail category management is a plus)
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 Experience in managing company-owned e-store is a plus
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 Experience in Beauty and/or Personal Care categories
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 Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
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 Excellent command of English
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 Having successful planning, communication and organizational skills,
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 Job Description:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Preparation and management of company-owned e-stores promotion plans
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 Regular analysis (daily, weekly, monthly) performance with respect to KPIs
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 Regular reporting of promotions performance, sales, margin and other commercial figures
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 Supporting E - Commerce Category Executive to monitor the category, brand and supplier performance and take necessary actions to meet KPIs
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 Regular communication with suppliers
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 Working closely with digital marketing team in order to increase performance of promotions
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 Supporting E - Commerce Category Executive in following industry, trends, customer needs to develop strategic action plans
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 Supporting E - Commerce Category Executive in assortment development.
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Senior E-Commerce Category Specialist

OLX Pakistan

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 Description:
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking a highly skilled Category Sales Specialist with expertise in Tele-sales, B2B, and B2C client management. This role goes beyond traditional Tele-sales, requiring the ability to close deals over the phone as well as conduct in-person client meetings to build long-term relationships and drive revenue growth. The ideal candidate will be a sales professional with strong negotiation skills, a proven track record in outbound sales, and the ability to manage both indoor and outdoor sales activities.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Duties:
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Conduct Tele-sales to engage potential and existing B2B and B2C clients, presenting solutions that meet their needs.
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 Manage outbound sales campaigns, ensuring high conversion rates and deal closures.
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 Meet clients in-person for B2B business meetings, presentations, and negotiations.
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 Maintain a structured pipeline for leads, prospects, and active customers.
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 Achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets consistently.
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 Work closely with the sales team to support category growth initiatives.
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 Maintain accurate CRM records, sales reports, and forecasts.
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 Provide feedback on customer behavior, competitor activity, and market trends.
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 Build long-term, trusted relationships with business partners and clients.
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 </ul>
 
 
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Category Sales Specialist

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