Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level
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#Ownership
The Senior Category Buyer is responsible to source the industrial equipment, spare parts and services used to brew beer for all our breweries across Europe. You will be responsible for the full sourcing process for this category from end to end. Join us and you will be defining the category Strategy, Sourcing, Tactics and Contracts, driving the optimal delivery of business requirements.
At AB InBev, dreaming big is what we do. Brewing the world’s most loved beers, building iconic brands like Corona, Stella Artois, Samson and crafting meaningful moments are what inspire us.
We’re a team of passionate owners who aren’t afraid to dream big because we know that together, we can achieve anything. To build a more sustainable, inclusive and rewarding future. Turning any challenge into an opportunity. So let’s take on the challenge together.
Cheers to dreaming big!
What will you be doing:
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Be part of the team which negotiates around 200Mio USD in CAPEX (new industrial equipment) and 70Mio USD per year in OPEX (Spare parts and Technical Services for WEZ)
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Define the strategic and tactical plan for your scope and ensure execution in terms of sourcing, negotiation, implementation and contract/performance monitoring
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Generate savings and capture other benefits (payment terms, sustainability etc) through the point above
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Lead Sourcing Process (Tender, e-Auction, Negotiations) within the framework of the Category and Sourcing Strategies.
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Provide input on local supply market, demands and forecasts, assess continuously market environment, supply base, and identify major industry trends and threats.
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Collaborate with functional budget owners and work closely with the Category Manager and Global Procurement Team.
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Monitor contract performance and take appropriate corrective actions when needed
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Connect with and coach the Spot buyers in the shared service center so they execute smaller tenders and spot buys according to the plan you put in place for the category
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Drives continuous improvement in their scope. The senior buyer is responsible to identify risks and opportunities and drive actions accordingly.
What you'll bring:
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3+ years working experience in a Procurement role where you have strategic (category strategy setting, sourcing plan definition) and tactical responsibilities (negotiations, SRM, stakeholder management etc.)
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Project management skills and ability to manage complex cross-country, cross-functional scope is required
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Technical background (engineering, brewing or packaging experience) is a plus
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Curious and innovative mindset with the ability to build strong internal and external partnerships
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Eager to drive our aspiring sustainability agenda
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Ability to work under pressure
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Advanced PC and presentation skills
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Fluent in English – any other main European language us a plus
We also offer great Benefit & Perks package!
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Benefits for you and your family to help your physical and mental health
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Competitive parental leave and pension contributions (2,5%)
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25 days holidays per year
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Employee benefits to help your physical and mental health and overall wellbeing (Accident, Health and Luggage insurance, discounted services like HP Market, Multisport Card, GS Pharmaceuticals, etc.)
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A beer allowance to enjoy our brands
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Meal vouchers
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Employee networks to support diversity and inclusion
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Global Bonus
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26 weeks paid leave for primary caregivers
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‘Return to Work’ programme
What you can expect from us:
In this role, you’ll have the potential to transform our business and your career. You’ll get the support and mentor you need to succeed. We’re a meritocracy, with plenty of room for growth and development, so you know your hard work will be rewarded.
We encourage you to think big and go after your goals. You’ll get to be creative, work with international teams so you can build a global network and have direct control over your career and where it takes you.
As the leading global brewer, we are committed to bringing people together for a better – and more equal – world. A more equal world starts when everyone can thrive. At Budweiser Brewing Group we value the diversity of cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce, and we strongly encourage women, people of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
If this sounds like the incredible opportunity you’ve been waiting for, apply today.
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