Total 17 job vacancies by Asahi Global Procurement Pte. Ltd.

Job Description

Global Category Manager – Professional Business Services

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Job title

Global Category Manager - Professional Business Services

Qualification criteria

· University degree, preferably in Business related field (master's degree preferred)

· Proficiency in English

· 7+ years of professional experience, whereof 4+ years in procurement

· International experience from multinational company

· Experience from an above-market role

· 3+ years of proven managerial experience

· Procurement platform/-s experience

· Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite

Reporting to

Global Category Director - Marketing and Business Services

Main interfaces

Internally

Senior leadership teams across the globe

Externally

Suppliers / other procurement organization / local authorities

Main purpose of the job

The primary role of a Global Category Manager – Professional Business services is to lead and implement procurement strategies, vision, and governance across the organization. This position heads the Procurement team, fostering unity across regions and promoting the sharing of best practices and knowledge. Alongside adhering to established governance, policies, and processes, the role involves protecting the company's assets and reputation through effective internal control systems, procedures, and legal compliance. The role is also responsible for driving sustainable procurement and procurement innovation strategies, as well as creating and implementing category strategies. Responsibilities include executing strategic sourcing plans to maximize business value, building and enhancing stakeholder relationships across all procurement activities, and managing supplier partnerships. The Global Category Manager also manages, and tracks plans and budgets against objectives, key value drivers, and related KPIs. Risk management, with a focus on price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability, is a key part of the role. The ultimate goal of the role is to contribute to operational excellence in Procurement and drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with Asahi's overall strategy and external benchmarks.

Accountabilities and deliverables

1. Implement Procurement purpose, vision, strategies and governance.

2. Lead Procurement team overseeing the definition and execution of functional goals.

3. Promote one team spirit between all regions to enable sharing of best practices and knowledge.

4. Support Global Procurement People strategy and culture (incl. DEI, employee engagement and well-being).

5. Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies, and processes.

6. Protect all company’s assets by putting in place internal control system and procedures.

7. Protect reputation of Asahi by following applicable legislation.

8. Drive Sustainable Procurement (incl. CSR) and Procurement innovation strategies and projects.

9. Create and implement category strategies.

10. Execute strategic sourcing plans to maximize the value for the business.

11. Build and enhance strong stakeholder relationship across all Procurement activities.

12. Develop and maintain strong partnership with suppliers including performance and quality assurance.

13. Manage and track plans and budgets including objectives, key value drivers and related KPIs.

14. Risk management focusing on extended agenda: price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability.

15. Contribute to achieving operational excellence for Procurement, including its processes and systems.

16. Drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with the overall Asahi strategy and external benchmarks.

Global Category Manager – Contract Manufacturing

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value, while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurementpeople are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capitalefficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurementemployees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Job title

Global Category Manager – Contract Manufacturing

Qualification criteria

· University degree, preferably in Business related field (master's degree preferred)

· Proficiency in English

· 12+ years of professional experience, where of 5+ years in contract manufacturing procurement

· International experience from multinational company

· Experience from an above-market role

· 3+ years of proven managerial experience

· Procurement platform/-s experience

· Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite

Reporting to

Global Category Director – Supply Chain & Logistics

Main interfaces

Internally

Senior leadership teams across the globe

Externally

Suppliers / other procurement organization / local authorities

Main purpose of the job

The primary role of a Global Category Manager – Contract Manufacturing is to lead and implement procurement strategies, vision, and governance across the organization. This position heads the Procurement team, fostering unity across regions and promoting the sharing of best practices and knowledge. Alongside adhering to established governance, policies, and processes, the role involves protecting the company's assets and reputation through effective internal control systems, procedures, and legal compliance. The role is also responsible for driving sustainable procurement and procurement innovation strategies, as well as creating and implementing category strategies. Responsibilities include executing strategic sourcing plans to maximize business value, building and enhancing stakeholder relationships across all procurement activities, and managing supplier partnerships. The Global Category Manager also manages and tracks plans and budgets against objectives, key value drivers, and related KPIs. Risk management, with a focus on price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability, is a key part of the role. The ultimate goal of the role is to contribute to operational excellence in Procurement and drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with Asahi's overall strategy and external benchmarks.

Accountabilities and deliverables

1. Implement Procurement purpose, vision, strategies and governance.

2. Lead Procurement team overseeing the definition and execution of functional goals.

3. Promote one team spirit between all regions to enable sharing of best practices and knowledge.

4. Support Global Procurement People strategy and culture (incl. DEI, employee engagement and well-being).

5. Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies, and processes.

6. Protect all company’s assets by putting in place internal control system and procedures.

7. Protect reputation of Asahi by following applicable legislation.

8. Drive Sustainable Procurement (incl. CSR) and Procurement innovation strategies and projects.

9. Create and implement category strategies.

10. Execute strategic sourcing plans to maximize the value for the business.

11. Build and enhance strong stakeholder relationship across all Procurement activities.

12. Develop and maintain strong partnership with suppliers including performance and quality assurance.

13. Manage and track plans and budgets including objectives, key value drivers and related KPIs.

14. Risk management focusing on extended agenda: price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability.

15. Contribute to achieving operational excellence for Procurement, including its processes and systems.

16. Drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with the overall Asahi strategy and external benchmarks.

We prefer talents with experience in manufacturing, finance, engineering, strong analytical skills, and some understanding of QC/QA.

Preferred industries include beer and FMCG.

Procurement functional competencies

Competency Level

1. Category management- Advanced

2. Strategic Sourcing and Contracting - Advanced

3. Stakeholder & Supplier Management - Advanced

4. Risk Management and Governance -Experienced

5. Sustainability, Supplier Innovation & Value creation -Advanced

6. Process Excellence -Experienced

Leadership competencies

Competency Level

1. Strategic Foresight -Advanced

2. Shapes Culture -Intermediate

3. Drives Positive Impact -Advanced

Benefits:

Competitive salary package.

Health, Life and Dental coverage.

Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

Dynamic and inclusive work environment.

Global Category Manager – Marketing Materials

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Job title

Global Category Manager – Marketing Materials

Qualification criteria

· University degree, preferably in Business related field (master's degree preferred)

· Proficiency in English

· 7+ years of professional experience, whereof 4+ years in procurement

· International experience from multinational company

· Experience from an above-market role

· 3+ years of proven managerial experience

· Procurement platform/-s experience

· Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite

Reporting to

Global Category Director - Marketing and Business Services

Main interfaces

Internally

Senior leadership teams across the globe

Externally

Suppliers / other procurement organization / local authorities

Main purpose of the job

The primary role of a Global Category Manager – Marketing Materials is to lead and implement procurement strategies, vision, and governance across the organization. This position heads the Procurement team, fostering unity across regions and promoting the sharing of best practices and knowledge. Alongside adhering to established governance, policies, and processes, the role involves protecting the company's assets and reputation through effective internal control systems, procedures, and legal compliance. The role is also responsible for driving sustainable procurement and procurement innovation strategies, as well as creating and implementing category strategies. Responsibilities include executing strategic sourcing plans to maximize business value, building and enhancing stakeholder relationships across all procurement activities, and managing supplier partnerships. The Global Category Manager also manages and tracks plans and budgets against objectives, key value drivers, and related KPIs. Risk management, with a focus on price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability, is a key part of the role. The ultimate goal of the role is to contribute to operational excellence in Procurement and drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with Asahi's overall strategy and external benchmarks.

Accountabilities and deliverables

1. Implement Procurement purpose, vision, strategies and governance.

2. Lead Procurement team overseeing the definition and execution of functional goals.

3. Promote one team spirit between all regions to enable sharing of best practices and knowledge.

4. Support Global Procurement People strategy and culture (incl. DEI, employee engagement and well-being).

5. Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies, and processes.

6. Protect all company’s assets by putting in place internal control system and procedures.

7. Protect reputation of Asahi by following applicable legislation.

8. Drive Sustainable Procurement (incl. CSR) and Procurement innovation strategies and projects.

9. Create and implement category strategies.

10. Execute strategic sourcing plans to maximize the value for the business.

11. Build and enhance strong stakeholder relationship across all Procurement activities.

12. Develop and maintain strong partnership with suppliers including performance and quality assurance.

13. Manage and track plans and budgets including objectives, key value drivers and related KPIs.

14. Risk management focusing on extended agenda: price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability.

15. Contribute to achieving operational excellence for Procurement, including its processes and systems.

16. Drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with the overall Asahi strategy and external benchmarks.

Asahi Global Procurement

Integration Assistant Staff– Sustainability

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Global Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network. Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Global Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Main purpose of the job

The Integration Assistant Staff– Sustainability plays a critical role in bridging the gap between global and regional organisations and connecting Global Procurement Office with Asahi Group Holdings with respect to the sustainablity agenda. Beyond that, the purpose of this job is to ensure sustainablity is embeded in procurement strategies, vision, and governance across the organisation, as well as foster unity across regions and promote the sharing of best practices and knowledge. Alongside adhering to established governance, policies, and processes, the role involves protecting the company's assets and reputation through effective internal control systems, procedures, and legal compliance. The role is responsible for driving sustainable procurement and procurement innovation strategies, as well as creating and implementing category strategies in aligmnet with the GPO Sustainablity team. The ultimate goal of this job role is to contribute to operational excellence in Procurement and drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with Asahi's overall strategy and external benchmarks.

This position reports to the Global Procurement Director SUPPLIER INNOVATION & SUSTAINABILITY/ dotted line to Liason Director.

Key qualification criteria

· A bachelor's degree in business, communications, or a related field.

· Able to communicate in English

· 3+ years of professional experience, whereof 2+ years in procurement/sustainability

· Experience from an above-market role

· Procurement platform/-s experience

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

· Good organizational and multitasking abilities.

· Knowledge of MS Office Suite

Accountabilities and deliverables

· Get support from Integration Lead and work on collaboration between the GPO team and regional procurement teams (focus on Japan) and Asahi Group Holding (Sustainability section) in according with implementing procurement purpose, vision, strategies, and governance with the primary focus on the Sustainability agenda regardless of language in a timely manner.

· Learn how to align of Global Category Strategies: Ensure that the global procurement strategy aligns with the specific procurement needs and regulations of each region (focus on Japan), taking into account factors such as local suppliers, market conditions, and supply chain dynamics.

· Get support from Integration Lead and promote one team spirit between all regions (focus on Japan) to enable the sharing of best practises and knowledge and the same with relation to Asahi Group Holding (Sustainability section)

· Learn Global Procurement People strategy and culture (incl. DEI, employee engagement, and well-being).

· Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies, and processes.

Expected level of Procurement functional and leadership competencies

Competency Level

1. Category management - Foundation

2. Strategic Sourcing and Contracting - Foundation

3. Stakeholder & Supplier Management - Foundation

4. Risk Management and Governance - Foundation

5. Sustainability, Supplier Innovation & Value creation - Foundation

6. Process Excellence - Foundation

Leadership Competencies

Competency Level

1. Strategic Foresight -Foundation

2. Shapes Culture - Foundation

3. Drives Positive Impact -Foundation

Job title – Finance Planning & Analysis Lead

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Job title

Finance Planning & Analysis Lead

Qualification criteria

· University degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.

· 7+ years of professional business experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in international FMCG industry

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to non-finance stakeholders

Reporting to:

Finance Director - GPO

Main interfaces

Internally

· Finance director - GPO

· GPO Leadership

· Procurement category managers/leads

· AGH Finance

· Regional Finance teams

Externally

· External finance bodies

Main purpose of the job

This role is pivotal in driving strategic financial planning and forecasting to support the achievement of business objectives. It involves a deep collaboration with key business stakeholders to integrate Procurement insights into global strategic plans, annual budgets, and forecasts. A significant responsibility includes developing and overseeing a global procurement benefit methodology that accurately quantifies the procurement organization’s value to the business. This position leads the benefits management process, ensuring its integration with finance forecasting as part of the global procurement finance operating model. Additionally, the role focuses on cultivating relationships with budget owners, enhancing the perceived and actual value delivered by the procurement function. Supporting the Finance Director in pivotal finance projects is also a key aspect of this role, underscoring its strategic importance in bridging Procurement and Finance to foster organizational growth.

Accountabilities and deliverables

1. Leads planning and forecasting activities with key strategic finance business partners to achieve business and company goals. Manages the process, which provides financial input of the procurement function into the long-term regional and global strategic financial business plans, the annual budgets, and any other forecasts.

2. Owns the global procurement benefit methodology, which clearly defines and quantifies the additional value the procurement organization is bringing to the business. Leads the entire benefits management processed, which is aligned to the finance forecasting activities as part of global Procurement finance operating model.

3. Partner with Global and Regional financial planning and forecasting teams to drive visibility of additional value delivered by global procurement function within the financial statements of individual business units.

4. Conduct rigorous review and critical analysis of financial inputs, assumptions, and forecasts provided by global procurement function, ensuring their reasonableness and alignment with strategic objectives.

5. Collaborate with the risk management team to identify and assess financial risks that may impact the organization's performance and objectives. Incorporate identified risks into financial models and analysis, ensuring that potential risk scenarios are considered in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes.

6. Work with the risk management team to develop stress testing scenarios to assess the resilience of financial plans and strategies under adverse conditions.

7. Review actual financial performance with functional heads/managers to understand drivers of performance and ensure any risks and opportunities are identified and communicated early to relevant stakeholders with interventions/action plans put in place.

8. Develop and build strong working relationship with key stakeholders to enable open and honest business discussions.

9. Seek continuous improvement in ways of working and align best practice across the team in conjunction with other finance business partners. Proactively work with peers to identify and implement efficiencies.

10. Provide finance support to selected key projects

Global Sustainability Lead – Climate Change

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Job title

Global Procurement Lead: SUSTAINABILITY – Climate Change

Qualification criteria

· University degree, preferably in Business related field (master’s degree preferred)

· Proficiency in English

· 10+ years of professional experience, whereof 5+ years in Sustainable Development

· International experience from multinational company

· 3+ years of proven managerial experience

· Advanced level of MS Office Suite

Reporting to

Global Procurement Director: SUPPLIER INNOVATION & SUSTAINABILITY

Main interfaces

Internally

Senior leadership teams across the globe

Externally

Suppliers / other procurement organization / local authorities

Main purpose of the job

The Global Sustainability Lead – Climate Change plays a crucial role in implementing procurement strategies with a strong emphasis on sustainability. Providing leadership to the Procurement Sustainability teams globally, this role promotes best practices across all regions and drives Sustainiability initiatives in dedicated areas. A key responsibility is the execution of sustainable category strategies. This role also focuses on building strong stakeholder relationships and managing supplier partnerships, with a specific focus on sustainability. Important too is the management and tracking of sustainability-specific plans and budgets. Ultimately, this role supports Procurement's operational excellence and the continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices, aligning these with Asahi's overall strategy.

Accountabilities and deliverables

1. Implement Procurement purpose, vision, strategies and governance.

2. Provide leadership to Procurement Supplier Innovation & Value Creation team across the group.

3. Lead Global Procurement Supplier Innovation & Value Creation team overseeing the definition and implementation of functional goals globally.

4. Promote one team spirit between all regions to enable sharing of best practices and knowledge.

5. Support implementation of Global Procurement People strategy and culture, including DEI, employee engagement and well-being.

6. Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies and processes.

7. Protect all company’s assets by putting in place internal control system and procedures.

8. Protect reputation of Asahi by following applicable legislation.

9. Drive innovation and value creation of sustainable Procurement.

10. Contribute to the complete definition, implementation and successful execution of category strategies.

11. Represent Procurement in relevant committees and governance bodies.

12. Build and enhance strong stakeholder relationships across all agenda specific procurement activities.

13. Develop and maintain strong partnership with suppliers focusing on agenda-specific aspects such as performance and quality assurance.

14. Manage and track agenda specific plans and budgets including objectives, key value drivers and related KPIs.

15. Support Procurement operational excellence, including its processes and systems.

16. Support continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with the overall Asahi strategy and external benchmarks.

Job Description for Senior Procurement Corporate Counsel

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, SEA, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Job title

Senior Procurement Corporate Counsel

Qualification criteria

· Appropriate University degree.

· Qualified lawyer.

· 5+ years of post-qualification experience.

· Significant commercial contracts experience, with relevant experience in law firm and/or multi-national in house environment preferred.

· Experience in procurement and supply chain work is a strong preference.

· Singaporean law contract experience is required; knowledge of other Legal systems would be an advantage.

· Proficiency in English

Reporting to

Procurement Director: Risk Management

Main interfaces

Internally

· GPO Leadership

· Category teams

· Regional Legal teams

· AGH Legal

Externally

· Vendors

· Government bodies

Main purpose of the job

The Sr. Procurement Corporate Counsel for Global Procurement is responsible for providing expert legal advice on procurement matters, including contracts and negotiations. This includes drafting and reviewing supply agreements and leading negotiations to ensure legal soundness and compliance. The role involves coordinating legal work with regional colleagues, overseeing the development of procurement contract templates, and promoting best practices across the organization. They also play a key role in delivering relevant training programs, managing dispute resolution processes, monitoring compliance with policies and regulations, and providing support in board meeting preparations. Ultimately, they serve as an essential conduit between legal and procurement functions, ensuring a robust governance and risk management framework.

Accountabilities and deliverables

1. Provide expert legal advice on various procurement matters including contracts, negotiations, and supplier relations. Support the creation of procurement strategies by providing legal insights.

2. Provide advice to the Global Procurement function on general contractual issues, including drafting and reviewing supply agreements to ensure they are legally sound, comply with internal policies, and maximize value for the organization.

3. Lead negotiations on key supply agreements and provide negotiation support to the Global Procurement function.

4. Coordinate legal work and collaborate with AGH/regional Legal colleagues as necessary.

5. Manage development and maintenance of procurement contract templates, and co-ordinating best practice in procurement contracting across

6. Design and deliver training programmes, including these related to contract and negotiation issues, to the Global Procurement function, and co-ordinate delivery of relevant trainings to regional Procurement teams (working with Regional Legal, Procurement and HR teams as necessary).

7. Drive strong legal and business governance, acting as a point of escalation for issues, and design, implement, and drive compliance with robust internal approval processes for contracts and supply strategies

8. Deliver dispute resolution (for Global Procurement contracts or supplier claims), implement robust and proportionate risk management processes within Procurement, and manage external lawyers as required (in support of Procurement function objectives).

9. Maintain awareness of, and provide advice on, relevant legal or regulatory developments.

10. Monitor compliance with legal and relevant global policies (e.g. document retention, data protection), and support the AGP Finance Director in ensuring that Global Procurement meets regulatory requirements.

11. Support the AGP Finance Director in preparation for board meetings, and managing related legal documentation.

Job Description Global Procurement

Global Category Manager

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Job title

Global Category Manager - Metal

Qualification criteria

· University degree, preferably in Business related field (master's degree preferred)

· Proficiency in English

· 7+ years of professional experience, whereof 4+ years in procurement

· International experience from multinational company

· Experience from an above-market role

· 3+ years of proven managerial experience

· Procurement platform/-s experience

· Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite

Reporting to

Global Category Director

Main interfaces

Internally

Senior leadership teams across the globe

Externally

Suppliers / other procurement organization / local authorities

Main purpose of the job

The primary role of a Global Category Manager -Metal is to lead and implement procurement strategies, vision, and governance across the organization. This position heads the Procurement team, fostering unity across regions and promoting the sharing of best practices and knowledge. Alongside adhering to established governance, policies, and processes, the role involves protecting the company's assets and reputation through effective internal control systems, procedures, and legal compliance. The role is also responsible for driving sustainable procurement and procurement innovation strategies, as well as creating and implementing category strategies. Responsibilities include executing strategic sourcing plans to maximize business value, building and enhancing stakeholder relationships across all procurement activities, and managing supplier partnerships. The Global Category Manager also manages, and tracks plans and budgets against objectives, key value drivers, and related KPIs. Risk management, with a focus on price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability, is a key part of the role. The ultimate goal of the role is to contribute to operational excellence in Procurement and drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with Asahi's overall strategy and external benchmarks.

Accountabilities and deliverables

1. Implement Procurement purpose, vision, strategies and governance.

2. Lead Procurement team overseeing the definition and execution of functional goals.

3. Promote one team spirit between all regions to enable sharing of best practices and knowledge.

4. Support Global Procurement People strategy and culture (incl. DEI, employee engagement and well-being).

5. Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies, and processes.

6. Protect all company’s assets by putting in place internal control system and procedures.

7. Protect reputation of Asahi by following applicable legislation.

8. Drive Sustainable Procurement (incl. CSR) and Procurement innovation strategies and projects.

9. Create and implement category strategies.

10. Execute strategic sourcing plans to maximize the value for the business.

11. Build and enhance strong stakeholder relationship across all Procurement activities.

12. Develop and maintain strong partnership with suppliers including performance and quality assurance.

13. Manage and track plans and budgets including objectives, key value drivers and related KPIs.

14. Risk management focusing on extended agenda: price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability.

15. Contribute to achieving operational excellence for Procurement, including its processes and systems.

16. Drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with the overall Asahi strategy and external benchmarks.

Job Description

RECEPTIONIST / TEAM ASSISTANT

Functional overview

The purposeof Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation,as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-directionapproach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability,and circular economyis reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Job title

Receptionist / Team Assistant

Qualification criteria

· GCE ‘O’ / ‘A’ Level

· 2-3 years of experience in front desk, receptionist, and administrative experience

· Pleasant personality with good verbal and written communication skills

· Effective interpersonal skills

· Basic PC skills with MS Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

Reporting to

Human Resource Director

Main interfaces

Internally

GPO Leadership team

GPO employees

Externally

Vendors

Main purpose of the job

Coordinates all front desk and team support duties (e.g., managing and coordinating meeting room calendars, arranging courier services etc.)

Accountabilities and deliverables

Front Desk responsibilities

1. Ensures, in alignment with relevant GPO teams and vendors, the setup of services needed for effective and efficient operations of the GPO office, making sure all services meet the agreed level.

· Perform general receptionist duties, i.e. answering, screening and directing incoming calls to the appropriate personnel.

· Attend and receive guests at reception in a professional manner.

· Manage and coordinate meeting room calendars.

· Assist with meeting room bookings, arrange refreshments, and tidy up the rooms after meetings.

· Arrange postal services (local and international), sorting of incoming mails and posting of outgoing mails.

· Arrange courier services (local and international) whenever needed for all items including corporate gifts or items between regional offices.

· Assist in pantry, office, stationery supplies orders and business cards requisitions.

· Floor facilities coordinator.

Team Support responsibilities

· Coordinate travel arrangements (booking of flights, hotels transfers visa, etc.) for the assigned staff/Director(s)

· Prepares and submit expense claims for the assigned staff/Director(s) in a timely manner.

· Assist with vendors’ maintenance requests, requirements, and collation of information.

· Prepare and submit invoices and expenses.

· Attend to requests on building and office matters.

· Attend to requests for booking of meetings for visitors.

· Assist in organizing event/conferences.

· Assist with Health and Safety admin matters.

· Assist with onboarding and offboarding of employees.

· Ad hoc admin matters and duties as assigned.

What we offer:

This will be a permanent role with Asahi Global Procurement.

Benefits includes Health insurance, Life insurance, Dental coverage etc.

Job Description

Global Category Manager – Professional Business Services

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Job title

Global Category Manager - Professional Business Services

Qualification criteria

· University degree, preferably in Business related field (master's degree preferred)

· Proficiency in English

· 7+ years of professional experience, whereof 4+ years in procurement

· International experience from multinational company

· Experience from an above-market role

· 3+ years of proven managerial experience

· Procurement platform/-s experience

· Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite

Reporting to

Global Category Director

Main interfaces

Internally

Senior leadership teams across the globe

Externally

Suppliers / other procurement organization / local authorities

Main purpose of the job

The primary role of a Global Category Manager – Professional Business services is to lead and implement procurement strategies, vision, and governance across the organization. This position heads the Procurement team, fostering unity across regions and promoting the sharing of best practices and knowledge. Alongside adhering to established governance, policies, and processes, the role involves protecting the company's assets and reputation through effective internal control systems, procedures, and legal compliance. The role is also responsible for driving sustainable procurement and procurement innovation strategies, as well as creating and implementing category strategies. Responsibilities include executing strategic sourcing plans to maximize business value, building and enhancing stakeholder relationships across all procurement activities, and managing supplier partnerships. The Global Category Manager also manages, and tracks plans and budgets against objectives, key value drivers, and related KPIs. Risk management, with a focus on price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability, is a key part of the role. The ultimate goal of the role is to contribute to operational excellence in Procurement and drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with Asahi's overall strategy and external benchmarks.

Accountabilities and deliverables

1. Implement Procurement purpose, vision, strategies and governance.

2. Lead Procurement team overseeing the definition and execution of functional goals.

3. Promote one team spirit between all regions to enable sharing of best practices and knowledge.

4. Support Global Procurement People strategy and culture (incl. DEI, employee engagement and well-being).

5. Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies, and processes.

6. Protect all company’s assets by putting in place internal control system and procedures.

7. Protect reputation of Asahi by following applicable legislation.

8. Drive Sustainable Procurement (incl. CSR) and Procurement innovation strategies and projects.

9. Create and implement category strategies.

10. Execute strategic sourcing plans to maximize the value for the business.

11. Build and enhance strong stakeholder relationship across all Procurement activities.

12. Develop and maintain strong partnership with suppliers including performance and quality assurance.

13. Manage and track plans and budgets including objectives, key value drivers and related KPIs.

14. Risk management focusing on extended agenda: price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability.

15. Contribute to achieving operational excellence for Procurement, including its processes and systems.

16. Drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with the overall Asahi strategy and external benchmarks.

Job Description

Global Category Manager – IT

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Job title

Global Category Manager - IT

Qualification criteria

· University degree, preferably in Business related field (master's degree preferred)

· Proficiency in English

· 7+ years of professional experience, whereof 4+ years in procurement

· International experience from multinational company

· Experience from an above-market role

· 3+ years of proven managerial experience

· Procurement platform/-s experience

· Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite

Reporting to

Global Category Director

Main interfaces

Internally

Senior leadership teams across the globe

Externally

Suppliers / other procurement organization / local authorities

Main purpose of the job

The primary role of a Global Category Manager – IT is to lead and implement procurement strategies, vision, and governance across the organization. This position heads the Procurement team, fostering unity across regions and promoting the sharing of best practices and knowledge. Alongside adhering to established governance, policies, and processes, the role involves protecting the company's assets and reputation through effective internal control systems, procedures, and legal compliance. The role is also responsible for driving sustainable procurement and procurement innovation strategies, as well as creating and implementing category strategies. Responsibilities include executing strategic sourcing plans to maximize business value, building and enhancing stakeholder relationships across all procurement activities, and managing supplier partnerships. The Global Category Manager also manages, and tracks plans and budgets against objectives, key value drivers, and related KPIs. Risk management, with a focus on price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability, is a key part of the role. The ultimate goal of the role is to contribute to operational excellence in Procurement and drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with Asahi's overall strategy and external benchmarks.

Accountabilities and deliverables

1. Implement Procurement purpose, vision, strategies, and governance.

2. Lead Procurement team overseeing the definition and execution of functional goals.

3. Promote one team spirit between all regions to enable sharing of best practices and knowledge.

4. Support Global Procurement People strategy and culture (incl. DEI, employee engagement and well-being).

5. Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies, and processes.

6. Protect all company’s assets by putting in place internal control system and procedures.

7. Protect reputation of Asahi by following applicable legislation.

8. Drive Sustainable Procurement (incl. CSR) and Procurement innovation strategies and projects.

9. Create and implement category strategies.

10. Execute strategic sourcing plans to maximize the value for the business.

11. Build and enhance strong stakeholder relationship across all Procurement activities.

12. Develop and maintain strong partnership with suppliers including performance and quality assurance.

13. Manage and track plans and budgets including objectives, key value drivers and related KPIs.

14. Risk management focusing on extended agenda: price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability.

15. Contribute to achieving operational excellence for Procurement, including its processes and systems.

16. Drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with the overall Asahi strategy and external benchmarks.

Job Description

Global Category Manager – Marketing Materials

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Job title

Global Category Manager – Marketing Materials

Qualification criterias

· University degree, preferably in Business related field (master's degree preferred)

· Proficiency in English

· 7+ years of professional experience, whereof 4+ years in procurement

· International experience from multinational company

· Experience from an above-market role

· 3+ years of proven managerial experience

· Procurement platform/-s experience

· Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite

Reporting to

Global Category Director

Main interfaces

Internally

Senior leadership teams across the globe

Externally

Suppliers / other procurement organization / local authorities

Main purpose of the job

The primary role of a Global Category Manager – Marketing Materials is to lead and implement procurement strategies, vision, and governance across the organization. This position heads the Procurement team, fostering unity across regions and promoting the sharing of best practices and knowledge. Alongside adhering to established governance, policies, and processes, the role involves protecting the company's assets and reputation through effective internal control systems, procedures, and legal compliance. The role is also responsible for driving sustainable procurement and procurement innovation strategies, as well as creating and implementing category strategies. Responsibilities include executing strategic sourcing plans to maximize business value, building and enhancing stakeholder relationships across all procurement activities, and managing supplier partnerships. The Global Category Manager also manages and tracks plans and budgets against objectives, key value drivers, and related KPIs. Risk management, with a focus on price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability, is a key part of the role. The ultimate goal of the role is to contribute to operational excellence in Procurement and drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with Asahi's overall strategy and external benchmarks.

Accountabilities and deliverables

1. Implement Procurement purpose, vision, strategies and governance.

2. Lead Procurement team overseeing the definition and execution of functional goals.

3. Promote one team spirit between all regions to enable sharing of best practices and knowledge.

4. Support Global Procurement People strategy and culture (incl. DEI, employee engagement and well-being).

5. Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies, and processes.

6. Protect all company’s assets by putting in place internal control system and procedures.

7. Protect reputation of Asahi by following applicable legislation.

8. Drive Sustainable Procurement (incl. CSR) and Procurement innovation strategies and projects.

9. Create and implement category strategies.

10. Execute strategic sourcing plans to maximize the value for the business.

11. Build and enhance strong stakeholder relationship across all Procurement activities.

12. Develop and maintain strong partnership with suppliers including performance and quality assurance.

13. Manage and track plans and budgets including objectives, key value drivers and related KPIs.

14. Risk management focusing on extended agenda: price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability.

15. Contribute to achieving operational excellence for Procurement, including its processes and systems.

16. Drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with the overall Asahi strategy and external benchmarks.

Job Description

Global Category Manager - Plastics

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Job title

Global Category Manager - Plastics

Qualification criteria

· University degree, preferably in Business related field (master's degree preferred)

· Proficiency in English

· 7+ years of professional experience, whereof 4+ years in procurement

· International experience from multinational company

· Experience from an above-market role

· 3+ years of proven managerial experience

· Procurement platform/-s experience

· Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite

Reporting to

Global Category Director

Main interfaces

Internally

Senior leadership teams across the globe

Externally

Suppliers / other procurement organization / local authorities

Main purpose of the job

The primary role of a Global Category Manager – Plastics is to lead and implement procurement strategies, vision, and governance across the organization. This position heads the Procurement team, fostering unity across regions and promoting the sharing of best practices and knowledge. Alongside adhering to established governance, policies, and processes, the role involves protecting the company's assets and reputation through effective internal control systems, procedures, and legal compliance. The role is also responsible for driving sustainable procurement and procurement innovation strategies, as well as creating and implementing category strategies. Responsibilities include executing strategic sourcing plans to maximize business value, building and enhancing stakeholder relationships across all procurement activities, and managing supplier partnerships. The Global Category Manager also manages, and tracks plans and budgets against objectives, key value drivers, and related KPIs. Risk management, with a focus on price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability, is a key part of the role. The ultimate goal of the role is to contribute to operational excellence in Procurement and drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with Asahi's overall strategy and external benchmarks.

Accountabilities and deliverables

1. Implement Procurement purpose, vision, strategies and governance.

2. Lead Procurement team overseeing the definition and execution of functional goals.

3. Promote one team spirit between all regions to enable sharing of best practices and knowledge.

4. Support Global Procurement People strategy and culture (incl. DEI, employee engagement and well-being).

5. Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies, and processes.

6. Protect all company’s assets by putting in place internal control system and procedures.

7. Protect reputation of Asahi by following applicable legislation.

8. Drive Sustainable Procurement (incl. CSR) and Procurement innovation strategies and projects.

9. Create and implement category strategies.

10. Execute strategic sourcing plans to maximize the value for the business.

11. Build and enhance strong stakeholder relationship across all Procurement activities.

12. Develop and maintain strong partnership with suppliers including performance and quality assurance.

13. Manage and track plans and budgets including objectives, key value drivers and related KPIs.

14. Risk management focusing on extended agenda: price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability.

15. Contribute to achieving operational excellence for Procurement, including its processes and systems.

16. Drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with the overall Asahi strategy and external benchmarks.

Job Description Global Procurement

Global Procurement Lead: RISK MANAGEMENT (non-commodity)

Job Loc: Singapore

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Main purpose of the job

The Global Procurement Lead for Risk Management (Non-commodity) designs and implements a global risk management framework with a focus on price volatility, supplier stability, and product/service availability. They support procurement operational excellence, drive continuous improvement, generate strategic data-driven insights, establish tailored KPIs, and manage non-compliance issues. They are responsible for ensuring adherence to governance, policies, and processes, protecting company assets and reputation by following applicable legislation. They advocate sustainable procurement and innovation strategies, contribute to category strategies, and represent procurement in committees. Building strong stakeholder relationships, managing supplier partnerships, and tracking plans and budgets are also part of their role.

Accountabilities and deliverables

1. Promote one team spirit between all regions to enable sharing of best practices and knowledge.

2. Support implementation of Global Procurement People strategy and culture, including DEI, employee engagement and well-being.

3. Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies and processes.

4. Protect all company’s assets by putting in place internal control system and procedures.

5. Protect reputation of Asahi by following applicable legislation.

6. Advocate and foster Sustainable Procurement (incl. CSR) and Procurement innovation strategies and projects.

7. Support the complete definition, implementation and successful execution of category strategies.

8. Represent Procurement in relevant committees and governance bodies.

9. Build and enhance strong stakeholder relationships across all agenda specific procurement activities.

10. Develop and maintain strong partnership with suppliers focusing on agenda-specific aspects such as performance and quality assurance.

11. Manage and track agenda specific plans and budgets including objectives, key value drivers and related KPIs.

12. Design and implement global Risk management framework focusing on extended agenda: price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability.

13. Support Procurement operational excellence, including its processes and systems.

14. Support continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with the overall Asahi strategy and external benchmarks.

15. Create Strategic data driven insights for Procurement.

16. Develop, establish and track KPIs specifically tailored to measure and evaluate the performance of the procurement function.

17. Non-compliance management.

Qualification criteria

· University degree, preferably in Business related field (master’s degree preferred)

· Proficiency in English

· 7+ years of professional experience, whereof 3+ years in non-commodity Risk Management

· International experience from multinational company

· Advanced level of MS Office Suite

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Job title Global Procurement Lead: RISK MANAGEMENT (commodity)

Qualification criteria

• University degree, preferably in Business related field (master’s degree preferred)
• Proficiency in English
• 7+ years of professional experience, whereof 3+ years in commodity Risk Management
• International experience from multinational company
• Advanced level of MS Office Suite

Reporting to Global Procurement Director: RISK MANAGEMENT

Main interfaces

Internally Senior leadership teams across the globe

Externally Suppliers / other procurement organization / local authorities

Main purpose of the job

• The Global Procurement Lead for Risk Management designs and implements a global risk management framework with a focus on price volatility, supplier stability, and product/service availability.
• They support procurement operational excellence, drive continuous improvement, generate strategic data-driven insights, establish tailored KPIs, and manage non-compliance issues.
• They are responsible for ensuring adherence to governance, policies, and processes, protecting company assets and reputation by following applicable legislation.
• They advocate sustainable procurement and innovation strategies, contribute to category strategies, and represent procurement in committees.
• Building strong stakeholder relationships, managing supplier partnerships, and tracking plans and budgets are also part of their role.

Accountabilities and deliverables

• Promote one team spirit between all regions to enable sharing of best practices and knowledge.
• Support implementation of Global Procurement People strategy and culture, including DEI, employee engagement and well-being.
• Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies and processes.
• Protect all company’s assets by putting in place internal control system and procedures.
• Protect reputation of Asahi by following applicable legislation.
• Advocate and foster Sustainable Procurement (incl. CSR) and Procurement innovation strategies and projects.
• Support the complete definition, implementation and successful execution of category strategies.
• Represent Procurement in relevant committees and governance bodies.
• Build and enhance strong stakeholder relationships across all agenda specific procurement activities.
• Develop and maintain strong partnership with suppliers focusing on agenda-specific aspects such as performance and quality assurance.
• Manage and track agenda specific plans and budgets including objectives, key value drivers and related KPIs.
• Design and implement global Risk management framework focusing on extended agenda: price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability.
• Support Procurement operational excellence, including its processes and systems.
• Support continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with the overall Asahi strategy and external benchmarks.
• Create Strategic data driven insights for Procurement.
• Develop, establish and track KPIs specifically tailored to measure and evaluate the performance of the procurement function.
• Non-compliance management.

Procurement functional competencies

Competency Level

1. Category management

Foundation

1. Stakeholder & Supplier Management

Experienced

1. Risk Management and Governance

Advanced

1. Sustainability, Supplier Innovation & Value creation

Foundation

1. Process Excellence

Experienced Leadership competencies

Competency Level

1. Strategic Foresight

Intermediate

1. Shapes Culture

Intermediate

1. Drives Positive Impact

Intermediate

Key Dimensions

Area of impact

EUR p.a. / number

Type of impact

Category spend (OPEX, CAPEX)

USD 10 bn

Remote

Managed functional budget (OPEX, CAPEX)

USD 50-100 Mio

Remote

GPO Fixed-cost budget

USD 10+ Mio

Remote # of reports (direct / indirect)-N/A

# of regions 4

N/A

# of business functions

1

N/A

Asahi Global Procurement

Integration Assistant Staff– Sustainability

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Global Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network. Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Global Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Main purpose of the job

The Integration Assistant Staff– Sustainability plays a critical role in bridging the gap between global and regional organisations and connecting Global Procurement Office with Asahi Group Holdings with respect to the sustainablity agenda. Beyond that, the purpose of this job is to ensure sustainablity is embeded in procurement strategies, vision, and governance across the organisation, as well as foster unity across regions and promote the sharing of best practices and knowledge. Alongside adhering to established governance, policies, and processes, the role involves protecting the company's assets and reputation through effective internal control systems, procedures, and legal compliance. The role is responsible for driving sustainable procurement and procurement innovation strategies, as well as creating and implementing category strategies in aligmnet with the GPO Sustainablity team. The ultimate goal of this job role is to contribute to operational excellence in Procurement and drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with Asahi's overall strategy and external benchmarks.

Key qualification criteria

· A bachelor's degree in business, communications, or a related field.

· Able to communicate in English

· 3+ years of professional experience, whereof 2+ years in procurement/sustainability

· Experience from an above-market role

· Procurement platform/-s experience

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

· Good organizational and multitasking abilities.

· Knowledge of MS Office Suite

Accountabilities and deliverables

· Get support from Integration Lead and work on collaboration between the GPO team and regional procurement teams (focus on Japan) and Asahi Group Holding (Sustainability section) in according with implementing procurement purpose, vision, strategies, and governance with the primary focus on the Sustainability agenda regardless of language in a timely manner.

· Learn how to align of Global Category Strategies: Ensure that the global procurement strategy aligns with the specific procurement needs and regulations of each region (focus on Japan), taking into account factors such as local suppliers, market conditions, and supply chain dynamics.

· Get support from Integration Lead and promote one team spirit between all regions (focus on Japan) to enable the sharing of best practises and knowledge and the same with relation to Asahi Group Holding (Sustainability section)

· Learn Global Procurement People strategy and culture (incl. DEI, employee engagement, and well-being).

· Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies, and processes.

Asahi Global Procurement

Integration Lead

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Global Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network. Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Global Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Main purpose of the job

The Integration Lead plays a supporting role in bridging the gap between global and regional organisations and connecting Global Procurement Office with Asahi Group Holdings with respect to dedicated categories. He/She act in aligmnet with the respecive Category Director, Category team and the Liason Director. Beyond that, the purpose of this job is to oversee, implement, and optimize procurement strategies and operations across the organization, as well as foster unity across regions and promote the sharing of best practices and knowledge. The role involves managing supplier relationships, executing strategic sourcing plans, and implementing category strategies to maximize business value. It also entails risk management, with a focus on price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability. Driving sustainable procurement initiatives and innovations, while cultivating a positive work culture that aligns with the company's people strategy, are vital aspects of the role. Ultimately, the aim is to contribute to operational excellence in procurement, continuously improve capabilities, and align procurement practices with Asahi's overall strategy.

This position reports to the Global Category Director for MBS.

Key qualification criteria

· University degree, preferably in Business related field

· Able to communicate in English

· 5+ years of professional experience, whereof 2+ years in procurement

· International experience from multinational company

· Experience from an above-market role

· Procurement platform/-s experience

· Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite

Accountabilities and deliverables

· Support collaboration between the GPO team and regional procurement teams (focus on Japan) in according with implementing procurement purpose, vision, strategies, and governance regardless of language in a timely manner.

· Support Alignment of Global Category Strategies: Ensure that the global procurement strategy aligns with the specific procurement needs and regulations of each region (focus on Japan), taking into account factors such as local suppliers, market conditions, and supply chain dynamics.

· Ensure that all parties are well-informed and aligned on joint projects, policies, or objectives.

· Promote one team spirit between all regions (focus on Japan) to enable the sharing of best practises and knowledge.

· Support Global Procurement People strategy and culture (incl. DEI, employee engagement, and well-being).

· Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies, and processes.

· Protect all of the company’s assets by putting in place an internal control system and procedures.

· Protect the reputation of Asahi by following applicable legislation.

· Contribute to achieving operational excellence in Procurement, including its processes and systems.

· Support continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with the overall Asahi strategy and external benchmarks.