Our client has over 150 years of history and is one of the world’s most iconic spirits brands. They are currently looking for an experienced Regional A&P Procurement Manager to join their team.

Responsibilities:

• Aid in building of a sourcing strategy for ATL, BTL and Media in order to maximize quality and value.
• Ensure efficient implementation of that strategy in the region in close collaboration between regional/global procurement teams and BU business partners.
• Assist and contribute to the development of global sourcing strategies by providing insights on specific BU requirements, together with the Global A&P Procurement Managers, and implements them on a BU basis across all BU entities and levels of the organization.
• Make sure the procurement vision fits to the overall business vision and strategic plans.
• Deploy A&P sourcing strategies to key stakeholders in Asia Pacific and ensure effective application of those new sourcing processes.
• Execution of agreed procurement strategies on a BU and / or regional lead basis for selected sub category.
• Ensure delivery of A&P saving targets for BU and support delivery of global savings targets.
• Collaborate with global Procurement teams to implement sourcing and supply chain improvements, which are broadly re-applicable.
• Work with central procurement to identify and implement structural improvements.
• Ongoing contract and supplier management (supplier reviews, KPI’s, adherence to contract etc).
• Ensure locally sustainable supply solutions including contingency, responsible Sourcing and Supplier Performance Management.

 Qualifications & Experience:

• University Degree or similar
• Min. 5 years+ of experience in a procurement role, preferably in a multinational environment in a complex matrix structure.
• Familiar with strategic sourcing best practices, procurement process and procedures.
• Category Management Advertising http://www.viagrabelgiquefr.com/ and Promotions. (ATL, BTL and Media). For example, negotiating with global communications agencies on 360o campaign work, negotiated with digital creative and build agencies and has consolidated local media contracts to regional basis
• Experience in POS and Other Indirects services a plus.
• Change management experience.
• Proven track record in delivery of complex procurement initiatives on time and on budget.
• Able to manage in a matrix environment.
• Language skills: Fluent English, Cantonese & Mandarin