Global Category Specialist

Overview
Job title:
Global Category Specialist - IT/IS
Reporting to:
Global Category Director - Marketing & Business Services
Contract Type:
1-year Fixed Term Contract (maternity cover), with the possibility of extension
Asahi Procurement's purpose 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, and responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.
Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way. Cost and Working Capital efficiency is important along with proactive risk management. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.
Main interfaces:
Internally: Senior leadership teams across the globe
Externally: Suppliers / other procurement organization / local authorities
Main purpose of the job:
As a Global Category Specialist - IT/IS, the primary role is to oversee, implement, and optimize procurement strategies and operations across the organization. Ensuring compliance with company policies, fostering a unified team, and promoting the sharing of best practices across all regions are key elements of the position. The role involves managing supplier relationships, executing strategic sourcing plans, and implementing category strategies to maximize business value. It also entails risk management, with a focus on price volatility, supplier stability and product or service availability. Driving sustainable procurement initiatives and innovations, while cultivating a positive work culture that aligns with the company's people strategy, are vital aspects of the role. Ultimately, the aim is to contribute to operational excellence in procurement, continuously improve capabilities, and align procurement practices with Asahi's overall strategy.
Responsibilities
Act according to Procurement purpose, vision, strategies and governance
Promote one team spirit between all regions to enable sharing of best practices and knowledge
Support Global Procurement People strategy and culture (incl. DEI, employee engagement and well-being)
Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies, and processes
Protect all company's assets by putting in place internal control system and procedures
Protect reputation of Asahi by following applicable legislation
Advocate and foster Sustainable Procurement (incl. CSR) and Procurement innovation strategies and projects
Support creation and implementation of category strategies
Support execution of strategic sourcing plans to maximize the value for the business
Support building and enhancement of strong stakeholder relationship across all Procurement activities
Support development and maintenance of strong partnership with suppliers including performance and quality assurance
Support management and tracking of plans and budgets including objectives, key value drivers and related KPIs
Support risk management focusing on extended agenda: price volatility, supplier stability and product or service availability
Contribute to achieving operational excellence for Procurement, including its processes and systems
Support continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with the overall Asahi strategy and external benchmarks
Qualifications
University degree, preferably in Business related field
Able to communicate in English
5+ years of professional experience, whereof 2+ years in procurement of IT/IS products and services
International experience from multinational company
Experience from an above-market role
Procurement platform(s) experience
Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite
Benefits
Competitive salary package.
Health, Life and Dental coverage.
Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
Dynamic and inclusive work environment.
Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Other
Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
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