Proximity Procurement Regional Lead

Pernod Ricard is a convivial, responsible and successful global wine and spirits group. Number 2 worldwide with a clear ambition to become the leader of our sector, we have one of the most comprehensive portfolios of the industry with 240 premium brands available in over 160 countries.

Job Scope and Context

• Collate all necessary category analytics;
• Analyze spend and user specific requirements within the work being executed;
• Support and execute procurement strategies developed in-country or by Procurement Manager or Procurement Director;
• Escalate where necessary supplier performance issues to Procurement Manager;
• Support collaborative optimization activities where applicable;
• Handle first level escalations with suppliers/internal stakeholders to resolve performance issues;
• Collaborate with supplier and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of local and Procurement Manager sourcing outputs / agreements;
• Ensure suppliers are correctly enabled through ERP (databases);
• Ensure contractual terms & conditions are effectively “operationalized”, identify and track benefits, while executing negotiations;
• Procurement of business products and associated services, maximizing value for money and return on investment, aligning with business and procurement strategies;
• Maintain database of contracts and approved suppliers;
• Classification of all components within the category;
• Supplier identification, selection and Relationship Management for Request for Quotations / Proposals;
• Support meeting and communication routines with suppliers;
• Support meeting and communication routines with internal stakeholders;
• Execution of approved annual sourcing calendar developed in-country or by Procurement Manager.

Reporting

• Updating of monthly category reports (savings and payment summary);
• Provide feedback for monthly variances vs planned budgets;
• Maintain and report on Purchase Orders created within category.

Negotiation with Suppliers

• Suppliers briefed in accordance with Technical Specifications and requirements from business;
• Support commercial negotiations with suppliers to ensure best fit for purpose items are contracted in line with approved scope and specifications;
• Record all negotiations in reporting trackers.

Evaluate, Categorize, and Select Preferred Suppliers (RFQ/P based)

• Support supplier vetting annually, and as new suppliers are added to databases;
• Compile a preferred supplier database per Category per region;
• Supplier and contract relationship management, record keeping of all third-party engagements (meetings).

Database Maintenance

• All data relating to the category accurately documented and updated;
• Master data planned in advance (prior to transacting with suppliers);
• Database (supplier, contracts) maintained and reviewed monthly;
• Database updates and risks need to be communicated to Procurement Manager or Procurement Director;

Supporting Documentation

• All supporting documentation created and maintained.

Build and Maintain Effective Relationships with All Stakeholders

Liaise with third party suppliers

• Effective relationship management with various suppliers;
• Suppliers understand minimum quality standards and standardized specifications required;
• Suppliers understand Pernod Ricard expectations;
• Communication of procurement policies and source to pay training of external suppliers.

Communication and interaction with all stakeholders

• Professional communication, behavior and actions result in credibility, trust and respect with all work partners.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

Functional and Technical Competencies:

Category strategy interpretation and implementation (2), data analysis (3), Risk Management (2), Procurement (3), Physical Asset Management (1), Material and Services Knowledge (2), Financial Acumen (2), Report Writing (2).

Behavioral Competencies:

Creativity & Innovation (3), Business Acumen (3), Customer Service & Quality Orientation (3), Project & Change Management (2), Relationship Building & Communication (3), Effective communication (3).

Leadership Competencies:

Entrepreneurship (3), Results Orientation (3), Live the Values (4), Provide guidance to team (3).

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant 3-year B Degree tertiary qualification (or similar);
• At least 5 years’ experience in a procurement environment with a proven history of managing suppliers;
• Procurement and tender experience is essential;
• Good excel skills;
• A proven track record of influencing key internal and external stakeholders.

Experience in the FMCG industry will be an advantage.