Procurement Category Specialist

1 month ago


Auckland, New Zealand Suntory Holdings Limited Full time

Procurement Category SpecialistRequisition ID: 8676Who are we?Craft your future with Suntory Oceania, a new $3b multi-beverage partnership between Suntory Global Spirits and Suntory Beverage & Food. Underpinned by quality, craftsmanship and a strong sense of purpose, our exciting new partnership will be powered by two manufacturing sites, five distribution centres and more than 1500 Suntorians across Australia and New Zealand.Our market-leading portfolio will have over 40 brands, including Jim Beam and Maker's Mark Bourbon, Hibiki Japanese Whisky, Canadian Club Whisky, -196, V Energy, Maximus, and Suntory BOSS Coffee. As One Suntory, we will be positioned as the fourth largest beverage player in the region, ready to ignite the category, creating more beverage moments from sunrise to sunset. Together, we will bring the best of Suntory to Oceania.The OpportunityThis will be a 12 month Fixed-Term-Contract due to Parental Leave. As a Procurement Category Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting the execution of world-class strategic sourcing initiatives within the raw materials category. This position involves developing and deploying strategies that maximize value from raw material suppliers, ensuring optimal vendor relationships and supply chain performance.Key ResponsibilitiesCategory Strategy: Collaborate with the Category Manager to develop and implement a comprehensive sourcing strategy for raw materials that aligns with Suntory Oceania's business goals.Supplier Relationship Management: Establish and nurture strong supplier relationships, driving performance improvement and fostering collaborative innovation. Manage the entire supplier lifecycle.Contract Management: Lead the development and negotiation of contracts, ensuring commercial and legal compliance, and resolving disputes as needed.Cost Optimisation: Identify and implement opportunities for cost reduction and value creation through strategic sourcing and supplier consolidation.Risk Management: Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and regulatory changes to mitigate risks in the raw materials category.Data Analysis & Reporting: Use procurement tools to collect, analyse, and report on key data related to supplier performance, cost savings, and market trends.Strategic Sourcing: Support the design and execution of sourcing strategies that align with business development goals, working with internal and external stakeholders to deliver effective procurement solutions.What You BringBachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.Minimum of 5 years' experience in procurement or strategic sourcing, with a focus on direct categories, ideally within the FMCG industry.Strong knowledge of raw materials, including fruits and industry trends.Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis and reporting.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.Proficiency in procurement tools (e.g., SAP ERP, eSourcing).Unleash Your SpiritAs Suntorians we believe in Dreaming Big and Growing for Good. We take pride in our sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, striving to grow responsibly and inclusively. Come be part of the Suntory family and Unleash Your Spirit.In addition to being part of a passionate team, we offer a competitive remuneration package and an industry leading parental leave policy. This position is a critical part of our Procurement team so has plenty of scope for professional development with the opportunity to learn from, and work with, top leaders across the Oceania, regional and global business.We want our interview process to be as inclusive as possible. If you require any adjustments as part of the process, do not hesitate to let us know.
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