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Full-time
bachelor degree
Competitive bonus, Flexible rewards system, Smartphone, Bike lease, Internet at home, Extra pension plan
Posted 5d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Senior Category Buyer is responsible for developing and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives and managing supplier relationships for the Transport & Logistics category. They will also handle tactical purchases, contract negotiations, and drive continuous improvement through procurement automation.
Requirements
Candidates should possess a university degree and at least one year of relevant procurement experience in supply chain, purchasing, or finance. Strong analytical skills, a strategic mindset, and proficiency in tools like SAP and Ariba are essential for success in this role.
Full job description
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level
#Ownership
Senior Category Buyer Transport & Logistics
PURPOSE
Brewing the world’s most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive. Our portfolio of iconic brands includes global classics like Stella Artois, Bud, and Corona, and well-known favorites such as Jupiler, Leffe, and Hoegaarden. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy. We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work.
We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy.
We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work.
That’s Who We Are: Come and OWN IT.
The Category Buyer VLC is responsible for developing and implementing strategies for RPO VLC Category via strategic sourcing initiatives and optimization projects, as well as performing spot buy. The role negotiates strategic and tactical purchases and implements contracts for the VLC category ensuring benefits in service levels, quality, price, etc.
The key accountabilities for this role include :
Strategic Category Sourcing
Define & execute category strategy and risk mitigation plans
Execute strategic & tactical sourcing
Manage supplier relationship and develop collaborative initiatives
Generate savings & added value by negotiation and project implementation
Execute Spot Buys
Identify suppliers for specific need or categories
Utilize properly SAP / Ariba
Conduct RFQ/e-Auction
Analyse results, negotiate and select supplier
Manage Contracts
Identify suppliers meeting business requirements
Negotiate with suppliers and select the best option
Review, sign and ensure implementation of negotiated contracts/PO’s
Resolve outstanding contract/PO issues and claims
Complete contract termination requests & submit for approval
Consolidate contracts locally as well as across countries
Assure timely contract renewal and manage/plan contract expiration dates
Escalate issues to Procurement & Sustainability Manager
QUALIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Education
University Degree or equivalent or adequate experience
Critical skills needed for success in this position:
Strong analytical skills Hands-on procurement / category management experience Strategic mindset Basic knowledge of finance and accounting Communicating effectively by conveying information and ideas in English, in a clear, meaningful, and timely manner, providing information to ensure understanding; solicit inputs and provide open candid conversations Developing collaborative relationships for the purpose of accomplishing work objectives; developing relationships with other individuals by listening, sharing ideas, and appreciating others’ efforts Ability to conceptualize business impact focused analytics
Preferred skills for this position:
>1 years of relevant procurement working experience in a supply chain, Purchasing or Financial environment Understanding of sourcing and analytics tools such as Ariba, SAP MM/SRM, advanced MS Excel, MS Access, Database tools (SQL etc), TMS Basic knowledge on using e-sourcing tools
Next to our competitive base salary, we put our people first by providing on-top benefits:
Competitive Bonus
A Flexible Rewards system - (smartphone, bike lease, internet at home, Extra pension Plan, etc.)
Quarterly vouchers to taste our delicious beers
Compensation & seniority days in addition to legal holidays (40 Days total)
Meal vouchers, allowances, gift per company policy
A unique Parental leave
Competitive Life insurance, disability & medical plan
Learning & Development opportunities (LinkedIn Learning/ Workday Learning/Mentoring)
Multiple Physical & Mental Wellbeing support Initiatives
BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH US
We recruit for mindset, ambition, and cultural fit.
UNIQUE CULTURE
We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company’s long legacy. We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication.
BRANDS EVERYONE LOVES
We are part of the collective, global history of beer. We are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favorites.
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth. In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, our people are able to deepen their impact and create a long-lasting legacy.
As a company, we dream big to create a future with more cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life’s moments, move our industry forward and make a meaningful impact in the world. We are committed to building great brands that stand the test of time and to brewing the best beers using the finest ingredients.
Our diverse portfolio of well over 500 beer brands includes global brands Budweiser®, Corona® and Stella Artois®; multi-country brands Beck’s®, Hoegaarden®, Leffe® and Michelob ULTRA®; and local champions such as Aguila®, Antarctica®, Bud Light®, Brahma®, Cass®, Castle®, Castle Lite®, Cristal®, Harbin®, Jupiler®, Modelo Especial®, Quilmes®, Victoria®, Sedrin®, and Skol®.
Our brewing heritage dates back more than 600 years, spanning continents and generations. From our European roots at the Den Hoorn brewery in Leuven, Belgium. To the pioneering spirit of the Anheuser & Co brewery in St. Louis, US. To the creation of the Castle Brewery in South Africa during the Johannesburg gold rush. To Bohemia, the first brewery in Brazil.
Geographically diversified with a balanced exposure to developed and developing markets, we leverage the collective strengths of approximately 167,000 colleagues based in nearly 50 countries worldwide.
Offices: Brouwerijplein 1, Leuven, 3000, BE · 250 Park Ave, New York, NY 10177, US · 125 W. 24th Street, New York, NY 10011, US · Piazza Francesco Buffoni, 3, Gallarate, Lomb. 21013, IT · Ceresstraat 1, Breda, North Brabant 4811 CA, NL
Beer production and salespremium drinksmarketinginnovationsustainabilitysocial responsibilitybrand managementbeerbeveragesconsumer goods
As a company, we dream big to create a future with more cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life’s moments, move our industry forward and make a meaningful impact in the world. We are committed to building great brands that stand the test of time and to brewing the best beers using the finest ingredients.
Our diverse portfolio of well over 500 beer brands includes global brands Budweiser®, Corona® and Stella Artois®; multi-country brands Beck’s®, Hoegaarden®, Leffe® and Michelob ULTRA®; and local champions such as Aguila®, Antarctica®, Bud Light®, Brahma®, Cass®, Castle®, Castle Lite®, Cristal®, Harbin®, Jupiler®, Modelo Especial®, Quilmes®, Victoria®, Sedrin®, and Skol®.
Our brewing heritage dates back more than 600 years, spanning continents and generations. From our European roots at the Den Hoorn brewery in Leuven, Belgium. To the pioneering spirit of the Anheuser & Co brewery in St. Louis, US. To the creation of the Castle Brewery in South Africa during the Johannesburg gold rush. To Bohemia, the first brewery in Brazil.
Geographically diversified with a balanced exposure to developed and developing markets, we leverage the collective strengths of approximately 167,000 colleagues based in nearly 50 countries worldwide.
Offices: Brouwerijplein 1, Leuven, 3000, BE · 250 Park Ave, New York, NY 10177, US · 125 W. 24th Street, New York, NY 10011, US · Piazza Francesco Buffoni, 3, Gallarate, Lomb. 21013, IT · Ceresstraat 1, Breda, North Brabant 4811 CA, NL
Beer production and salespremium drinksmarketinginnovationsustainabilitysocial responsibilitybrand managementbeerbeveragesconsumer goods