Lisa Vessia

Category Manager Procurement Europe

Luxembourg

About

Experience

  • Category Manager Procurement Europe at gategroup
    Aug 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

    As Category Manager for EU, I develop and implement the sourcing strategy for bakery and dessert products across multiple airline clients. I manage the entire product lifecycle—from market analysis and supplier selection to pricing, contract negotiation, and performance tracking—ensuring a consistent, high-quality offer that meets diverse regional tastes and operational requirements. Key responsibilities include: • Analyzing market trends and consumer preferences to build a competitive product range. • Leading supplier negotiations to secure optimal cost, quality, and sustainability standards. • Coordinating with culinary, logistics, and operations teams to ensure seamless supply across European hubs. • Driving innovation and standardization in the bakery segment while adapting dessert selections to local markets.

  • Department Manager at Auchan Retail
    Jan 2023 - Aug 2023 · 8 mos

  • IKEA (4 yrs 1 mo)
    • Marketing Manager
      Jan 2021 - Oct 2021 · 10 mos

    • Customer Relations Manager
      Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo

      In charge of the Customer Relations department (4 managers and 80 coworkers) included aftersales, children facilities, shopping tools, cashline and global customer experience throughout the store.

    • Business Area Manager - Aftersales & eCom Luxembourg
      Aug 2019 - Jan 2020 · 6 mos

  • Maman NYC (New York City Metropolitan Area)
    • Catering & Brand Manager
      Oct 2016 - Sep 2017 · 1 yr

      In charge of the catering department • Build and maintain relationships with clients and key personnel within customer companies • Analyze trends and identify best sellers to optimize orders and reduce costs • In charge of the invoicing and communication with suppliers • Organize events for big companies in the New York area • Create images and designs to strengthen the brand image (invitations, menus, signage, tags...) • Participate to the expansion of the company in NY and abroad

    • Junior Marketer
      Jul 2016 - Oct 2016 · 4 mos

      • Participate in the organization of events • Create images and designs to strengthen the brand image (invitations, menus, signage, tags...) • Participate to the expansion of the company in NY and abroad

  • Sales Assistant at Fabrique Délices
    Jun 2016 - Jun 2016 · 1 mo

    The Fancy food show is the North America’s Largest Specialty Food and Beverage Event • Present the product of the company • Answer to the questions of potential clients and partners