Who We Are Suntory is a fast moving, agile and entrepreneurial business that is home to some of the nations most loved brands. The Suntory Group is one of the largest soft drinks companies and among the world’s leading consumer products companies. We offer a uniquely diverse portfolio of beverages enjoyed by millions across the globe About your role As our Senior Buyer you will negotiate with selected manufacturers contract terms including but not limited to SLA and cost breakdown per product needed to meet Supply Chain requirements while managing timing and quality in line with functional, business, region & Suntory objectives. You will build and manage a suppliers panel. Develop and implement Business Continuity Plan (BCP) for key SKUs. Participate to Make or Buy process on ad hoc basis. What You'll Do Accountability 1: Budget & cost optimisation/ Performance reporting Set budget standard prices for his/her portfolio & follow purchase price variances in close relation with Procurement Ingredient & Packaging teams Deliver financial targets for the portfolio through negotiations activities and proactive optimization projects Drive the negotiation on all the terms & conditions including SLA and prices review. Ensure appropriate reporting to the Procurement management. Accountability 2 : Market insights, strategies development and business partnering Follow up market evolutions regularly to identify new risks & opportunities. Manage proactively communication with stakeholders to share relevant market information Participate to Make or Buy study when relevant (current portfolio/new project). Accountability 3 : Compliance, Supplier Performance & risk management Hold regular Business Review Meeting (BRM) with most critical suppliers. Besides negotiation areas, monitor quality & KPI’s adherence Develop and negotiate performance improvement plan over the years. In a close collaboration with other departments (Finance, Supply Chain and Quality), having clear action plans and follow up done during the year. Prepare & contribute proactively to company manufacturers-annual reviews Maintain risk analysis & ensure we have BCP in place with our key partners Develop alternative sourcing (locations, suppliers, specifications) when relevant Develop framework agreements & drive continuous improvement by putting in place SLA / KPI’s Develop and implement BCP’s for key SKUs. Accountability 4 : Continuous Improvement, Innovation & Sustainability Define and follow a pipeline of Costs Out / Value In (COVI) / Value optimization ideas Proactively support the organisation to progress on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) & organic topics Contribute to Indirect and Procurement function continuous improvement though feedback and new solutions proposal What's in it for you Joining Suntory isn’t just about taking on a role, it’s about embarking on a career journey. You have the opportunity to work with talented, inspiring and authentic leaders and have the freedom to dream big and go for it (Yatte Minahare). At Suntory you’ll find a supportive work environment that values work life balance and that will help you realise your full potential and grow for good. Our People and Culture team are a team that genuinely care about creating a great experience for our employees and we would love you to be part of it. What You need to be successful University degree level, technical or economical. A Procurement specialization is a plus Solid purchasing/supply chain experience Knowledge and experience of the sector Industrial, Drinks or Copacking are a plus Excel, PPT & Procurement IT tools Fluent in English. French & Spanish are a plus Our DEI Commitment At Suntory, we recognize that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds contribute to our collective success. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other protected characteristic. Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.