Commodity Risk Management Specialist

Overview
The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard existing value and unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network. Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses. Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity. Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges. One-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way. Cost and net working capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.
Job title
Commodity Risk Management Specialist
Reporting to
Head of Commodity Risk Management
Main interfaces
Internally: Regional and Global Procurement and Finance teams, Treasury teams, Supply Chain Planning Teams
Externally: Suppliers / Commodity Trading Vendors / Banks / System Vendors / Implementation partners / Advisors
Main purpose of the job
The Commodity Risk Management Specialist supports the global procurement commodity risk management framework by providing high-quality analysis, reporting, and coordination across business units and regions. The role plays a critical part in ensuring that data, risk exposures, and hedge strategies are accurately tracked, aligned, and reported consistently across the group. The Specialist will also support in identifying new commodity exposures, with an aim to expanding commodity risk management across the group, through collaboration with internal procurement and treasury teams and the external supply base. The role can evolve to include pricing strategy development across exposures in metals, energy and agriculture.
Accountabilities and Deliverables
Collect, consolidate, and analyse commodity exposure data across business units and regions
Ensure alignment of risk methodologies, assumptions, and reporting standards globally
Collaborate with regional procurement, treasury and finance teams to gather insights and support local execution of risk processes
Engage with key suppliers on projects to improve transparency, risk-sharing mechanisms, and data accuracy
Support internal controls, hedge documentation, and compliance with procurement risk policies
Prepare regular dashboards and reports on risk positions, hedging status, and market trends
Assist in continuous improvement of risk tools, templates, and systems
Act as a point of contact for regional teams on operational aspects of commodity risk management
Create strategic data-driven insights for Procurement in the area of commodity risk management
Collaborate with regional procurement and supply chain teams to support forecast alignment and exposure tracking
Work closely with regional finance and treasury teams on hedge accounting, documentation, and mark-to-market valuations
Support a wide range of Procurement Risk activities including Financial Risks and Non-Commodity Risks
Procurement functional competencies
Category management – Foundation
Stakeholder & Supplier Management – Foundation
Risk Management and Governance – Experienced
Sustainability, Supplier Innovation & Value creation – Foundation
Process Excellence – Foundation
Leadership competencies
Thinks Strategically – Leading Self
Inspires Learning – Leading Self
Leads Change – Leading Self
Values People – Leading Self
Enables Collaboration – Leading Self
Requirements
University degree, preferably in a business-related field (bachelor's degree preferred) and/or linked to quant finance or coding
Proficiency in English
5 years of professional experience, preferably linked to commodity markets
Experience in a multinational company is an advantage
Strong Excel and data visualization skills
Familiarity with risk management systems (e.g., CTRM, TMS)
Benefits
Competitive salary package aligned with industry standards and experience
Comprehensive health, life, and dental insurance
Opportunities for career growth and continuous professional development
Dynamic, inclusive, and collaborative work environment that values diversity and innovation
Flexible work arrangements, promoting work-life balance
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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