Procurement Manager (Direct category)

Job Summary

At Suntory Beverage and Food, we boldly move forward together to realize the dreams of becoming a world-leading next-generation global beverage company – you are an important part of this and here’s how your role helps us win.

Your role as a Procurement Manager is essential in achieving this goal. Here's how you contribute:

• Strategic Impact: Drive significant cost savings and ensure superior product quality through effective procurement strategies.
• Leadership and Collaboration: Lead a high-performing team and coordinate seamlessly with various departments to achieve business goals.
• Innovation and Sustainability: Champion sustainable practices and continuous improvement to drive innovation and support environmental goals.

Job Responsibilities

• Sourcing Support: Support the sourcing activities (RFI/ RFP/ RFQ) covering existing and new Raw & Packaging materials – to support both the existing, new products, packaging change etc. 
• Database Management: Responsible for Database management and Analysis (OEM, suppliers’ database, Spend data etc.). 
• Price Variance: Responsible for the collection and validation of the monthly Purchase Price Variance database with OEMs.
• Cost management: Responsible in handling day-to-day communication with OEMs & internal stakeholders when the need arise e.g. related to supply/ price query of Raw & Packaging materials/ other ad-hoc matters
• Project: Support other projects initiated by Procurement/ Supply Chain/ other internal stakeholder e.g. Feasibility Study for cost optimization/ process improvement/ Productivity projects.
• Supplier management: Support the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), i.e. monitor the supplier performance based on the KPI agreed.
• System support: System support such as maintenance of pricing in SAP, Vendors master, Material Master creation etc.
• Procurement support: Responsible for procurement support for indirect/non-inventory materials & related activities e.g. PO creation

Your Team

Role: Sole contributor
Reporting to: Head of Procurement
Team members: 1 x Procurement Manager (Indirect Category), 1 x Procurement Executive

Skills and Experience

Skills

• Strategic Sourcing: Ability to develop and implement procurement strategies that align with business goals.
• Negotiation: Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms with suppliers.
• Financial Acumen: Understanding of financial principles to manage budgets and cost-saving initiatives.
• Analytical Thinking: Proficiency in analyzing market trends, spend patterns, and supplier performance.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills to collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in procurement processes and documentation.
• Knowledge of Procurement Software: Familiarity with tools like SAP, Oracle, or other procurement software (Good-to have: SAP proficiency)

Experience

• Professional Experience: Typically, 5-8 years in procurement, supply chain management, or related fields in the MNC FMCG industry, with 3 years of direct experience in the Direct Procurement category at a managerial capacity and skillset. 
• Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of the FMCG sector and its unique challenges.
• Supplier Management: Experience in managing supplier relationships and performance.
• Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of industry standards, rules, and regulations.
• Cost Management: Proven track record of implementing cost-saving strategies without compromising quality.

Qualifications

• Min. Bachelor’s Degree: In Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.

Education

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, 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.