Asahi Group
Job title:
COUNTRY HEAD OF PROCUREMENT
Company:
Asahi Group
Job description
Country Head of Procurement (HG19)The role is based in Rome, ItalyAsahi Europe & International is a subsidiary of Asahi Group Holdings Ltd, a global beverage and food company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Japan.Employing
12,000 people, Asahi Europe & International is the custodian for leading super premium lager brands Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch, Asahi Super Dry, plus international Czech lager brands, Pilsner Urquell and Kozel.The business has world-class brewing and production facilities in 8 markets – UK, NL, ITL, PL, CZ, SK, HU, RO. In most of these markets, we are the leading brewer with full portfolio of famous brands. Commercial operations in other parts of Europe, USA, Canada, LatAm, Africa and Asia are served through our global distribution network.Main purpose of the jobManage a team of local category managers and specialists being responsible for the team performance and people management.Manage and coordinate local Procurement activities, build a strong Procurement organization in the local market recognized as trusted partner by the business for excellence in sourcing, operation and transaction. Act as role model in supplier and stakeholder management and drive one team spirit across procurement.More specifically, you will be trusted to:
- Manage and develop local procurement team aligned with procurement’s strategy and vision. Be an advocate of Procurements sustainability agenda thriving our CSR.
- Support development of above market category strategy by aligning / outlining local business needs with group category requirements, facilitating implementation including contracting and allocating resources as required.
- As a member of extended the Procurement Leadership Team, define functional goals and the Procurement strategy / governance while contributing to development & recognition of the function internally and externally.
- Implement Procurement policies, procedures and systems locally. Create risk awareness within the team, ensure compliance and initiate corrective actions in case of deviations.
- Drive operational and transactional excellence.
- Build strong internal stakeholder relationship and ensure business satisfaction with procurement organization and supplier performance.
- Act as a change ambassador for continuous improvement in sourcing, governance, people management and value delivery. Lead discussions with internal stakeholders to identify further Integrated Spend Management/ Total Cost of Ownership opportunities. Support the local business in defining their plans, budgets and strategies.
- Ensure supplier management is executed appropriately according to the SRM strategy including monitoring supplier performance.
- Promote one team spirit between countries and categories to enable best practices, synergies and leverage.
- Deliver against targets, monitor and track results, initiate actions in case of deviations.
- Manage functional budget as agreed with Country Operations Lead.
Do you have what it takes?
- University degree, preferably in Business related field (Master degree preferred)
- Proficiency in English
- 7+ years of professional experience, whereof 4+ years in Procurement
- International experience (from multinational company)
- Experience from an above-market role
- 5+ years of proven managerial experience
- MS office advanced, Procurement platform/-s and ERP experience
Enjoy a little extra with our benefits (the list of benefits applies to Italy)
- Flexible Working: 50% Smart Working
- Company car
- Life Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Medical check-up
- EAP (Employee Assistant Program)
- Pension fund
- Beer allowance
- Employee discounts
- Annual bonus and salary review
- Wellbeing initiatives
Join our team and uncover even more exciting perks that make Asahi Europe &International an exceptional place to workWe are committed to nurturing a workplace where we celebrate and respect differences, and support everyone to be true to who they are! At Asahi Europe and International, we believe you can SHINE AS YOU ARE – no matter your age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs. We want to support you to be courageous in your individuality and to know that whoever you are and whatever your circumstances, you can belong with us without having to conform.
Expected salary
Location
Roma
Job date
Sun, 09 Jun 2024 01:05:40 GMT
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