Sr. Manager, Procurement, Apac

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- Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with nearly $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories._
- RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands - TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities._
- RBI is committed to growing the TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES® and FIREHOUSE SUBS® brands by leveraging their respective core values, employee and franchisee relationships, and long track records of community support. Each brand benefits from the global scale and shared best practices that come from ownership by Restaurant Brands International Inc._

**Job overview**:
The Procurement Senior Manager is responsible for managing key food and packaging categories across Asia Pacific for all RBI brands. This role involves developing innovative and cost-effective sourcing strategies, leading vendor negotiations for cost-saving initiatives, and supporting franchisees during their entry into new markets. Additionally, this position collaborates closely with internal functions, including Field Operations, Marketing, Quality Assurance, and Global Supply Chain, to execute strategic projects effectively. The role also includes managing and mentoring junior team members. As part of the RBI APAC Procurement team, the Procurement Senior Manager plays a critical role in driving operational efficiency and strategic sourcing excellence.

**Your Responsibilities**:

- Sourcing Strategy: Develop and continuously refine comprehensive sourcing strategies for assigned categories of Food, Packaging, and CAPEX.
- Tender Execution: Manage and execute complete tender processes as required, ensuring competitive sourcing outcomes.
- Cost Optimization: Lead collaborative workstreams with RBI field teams, franchisees, and suppliers to identify and implement opportunities to optimize sourcing and reduce overall food costs in specific markets in the region.
- Supplier and Stakeholder Management: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, consistently driving improvements in supplier performance related to cost efficiency, service quality, and innovation.
- Project Management: Guide and assist franchisees in establishing robust supply chains during brand market entry.
- Team Leadership: Provide effective leadership, coaching, and mentorship to 1-2 direct reports within the APAC Procurement team, fostering professional growth and achieving team objectives.

**Your core skills**:

- Analytical Skills: Research, analyze, and interpret complex data to recommend informed and strategic courses of action.
- Communication: Clearly articulate strategic implications and tactical insights, enabling informed decision-making among leadership team members.
- Stakeholder Management: Identify, build, and maintain productive relationships by aligning stakeholder benefits to achieve shared medium-term objectives, including proactive supplier relationship management.
- Influence and Negotiation: Understand and address stakeholder motivations and concerns, adapting communication strategies to effectively inspire collaboration and reach mutually beneficial medium-term agreements.
- Team Management: Establish robust governance for work and project plans, effectively manage team performance, and delegate responsibilities to maximize team productivity and professional development.
- General Business Acumen: Employ comprehensive business management knowledge to drive strategic decisions impacting cross-functional teams, franchise partners, and external vendors.

**Your experiences**:

- Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain or Engineering preferred
- At least 5 years of professional experience
- Preferred experience in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, FMCG or related field
- Experience with SAP would be a plus

Benefits at all of our global offices are focused on physical, mental and financial wellness. We offer unique and progressive benefits, including a comprehensive global paid parental leave program that supports employees as they expand their families, free telemedicine and mental wellness support.

Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or a