Ingredients and/or Packaging Category Apprentice

You

Looking for an apprenticeship at the heart of the strategic challenges of a leading FMCG company?

You are motivated by understanding markets, negotiating with suppliers, and identifying value-creating solutions. You enjoy working with a variety of stakeholders and contributing to high-impact projects in an international environment.

Join us and play an active role in defining and implementing procurement strategies for key categories. You will develop valuable procurement expertise while growing in a stimulating, multicultural, and learning-focused environment.

About your role

Under the supervision of your manager (Category Manager), you will be responsible for managing an ingredient and/or packaging category, as well as for managing and monitoring the performance of several suppliers.

You will work in a multicultural environment across our 4 European Business Units and collaborate with a wide range of internal stakeholders, including Quality, Supply Chain, R&D, Manufacturing, and Legal teams.

What you'll do

• Define and implement category strategies, from needs analysis through supplier negotiation and execution.
• Build and monitor category budgets for the upcoming year.
• Manage tender processes from preparation through to implementation.
• Monitor market trends to identify risks, opportunities, and performance improvement levers.
• Help secure supply continuity by identifying, assessing, and developing alternative sourcing solutions.
• Maintain and track quality, regulatory, and supplier documentation.
• Provide operational support related to contracts, specifications, NDAs, Codes of Conduct, sustainability documentation, and other procurement-related processes.

You'll also contribute to cross-functional Procurement projects by:

• Preparing and participating in supplier Business Reviews and supporting supplier performance tracking through key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Updating market dashboards and sharing category insights and analyses.
• Supporting sustainable procurement initiatives through supplier assessments and follow-up action plans.
• Coordinating activities with R&D teams and contributing to the delivery of the current innovation and product development roadmap..

This apprenticeship opportunity is available from November for 1 year, and is based at our headquarters in Neuilly-sur-Seine.

Us

Suntory Group is a Japanese company and the third-largest player in the global beverage industry.

Suntory Beverage & Food Europe (SBFE) is the European entity of Suntory's Soft Drinks division. Its core business is the manufacturing, distribution, and marketing of non-alcoholic ready-to-drink beverages.

The company's portfolio includes more than 20 brands, with some of the most well-known being Orangina, Schweppes, Oasis, Pulco, Lucozade, Ribena, and Trina.

SBFE comprises four Business Units: France & Belgium, Great Britain & Ireland, Iberia, and AMC (Africa, Middle East & Caribbean), distributing its products in more than 80 countries worldwide.

SBFE offers an environment where people can thrive, work, and grow. It is an inventive and bold company, built on genuinely human and responsible values. With our unique mindset and energy, serious about what we do without taking ourselves too seriously, we are committed to promoting positive and sustainable activities and lifestyles, while respecting both people and the environment.

What's in it for you

Joining Suntory is more than joining one of the leading players in the soft drinks industry. It's the start of a rewarding professional journey. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented, inspiring, and authentic people. At SBFE, you'll find a supportive work environment that values work-life balance and helps you reach your full potential.

What You need to be successful

• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree (Bac+4/5 equivalent) at a university, business school, or equivalent institution, with a specialization in Procurement or Purchasing.
• A first experience in Procurement, Purchasing or Import/Export would be a plus.
• You are fluent in French and English; Spanish would be an additional asset.
• You have analytical and synthesis skills, enabling you to turn data into clear and actionable recommendations.
• You are organised and detail-oriented, allowing you to manage your responsibilities autonomously and reliably.
• You are proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• You are comfortable working with a variety of stakeholders and enjoy building collaborative relationships.

Our DEI Commitment

At Suntory, we recognize that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds contribute to our collective success. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, or differing abilities, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.