Regional Category Specialist
Job no: 503225
Work type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Melbourne
Categories: Logistics/Procurement
Your Impact
Reporting to the Regional Procurement Head of Category you will provide support on a range of projects within the Procurement & Sustainability Group function, working closely with Procurement category managers in Directs, Indirects & Supply Chain categories.
Key responsibilities
- To assist in the roll out of the category management framework that supports the Procurement & Sustainability function.
- Partnering with key stakeholders to understand internal business requirements and determine and help develop best sourcing and category management strategy
- To assist in the transition of completed sourcing transactions.
- To work with the business in ensuring the category delivers the forecast benefits derived from sourcing initiatives and to drive further category productivity over the term of the contract
- Participating in budgeting activity for the next financial year based on existing agreements and built in cost increase/decrease.
- Proposing continuous improvement opportunity of either systems/process as they relate to the Procurement sourcing process.
- Partnering with various internal stakeholders to determine best way to engage the market and reach the best commercial outcome
About You
- Demonstrated achievement of improvements within a supply chain environment with a high analytical component – FMCG preferred
- SAP supply chain experience in transactional and analytical tools
- Demonstrated management of customer / supplier relationships
- Experience with continuous improvement programs
- Exceptional written and verbal communication
Why Asahi Beverages?
At Asahi Beverages, we're passionate about crafting more than just drinks - we craft moments of connection, celebration, and shared enjoyment. We bring together a diverse portfolio of iconic beverage brands, a commitment to quality, and a drive to constantly innovate. Headquartered in Melbourne and with facilities right across Australia and New Zealand, you’ll find Asahi is a place where talent is nurtured, and ambition is rewarded. If you’re ready to toast your future, we’re ready to meet you.
We are a Circle Back Initiative employer and commit to responding to all applicants.
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