Seniority Level : Associate

Ownership

Senior Category Buyer Capex & MRO

The Senior Category Buyer is responsible for creating and implementing European strategies for Capex and MRO categories.

This includes leading strategic sourcing projects and other initiatives to drive the success of these strategies.

At AB InBev, dreaming big is what we do. Brewing the world’s most loved beers, building iconic brands like Bud, Stella Artois, Hoegaarden, Tripel Karmeliet, Leffe and crafting meaningful moments are what inspire us.

We’re a team of passionate owners who aren’t afraid to dream big because we know that together, we can achieve anything. To build a more sustainable, inclusive and rewarding future. Turning any challenge into an opportunity. So let’s take on the challenge together.

Cheers to dreaming big!

Key Responsibilities :

Category Strategy & Sourcing : Support the deployment of the RPO category strategy for Capex & MRO Europe. Define and execute sourcing activities aligned with internal requirements, including managing RFPs and contracts.

Supplier Management : Manage supplier relationships by monitoring key deliverables such as SLAs, KPIs, and financials. Ensure compliance with internal policies throughout the sourcing process.

Procurement Operations : Drive procurement within the European scope, monitor category and contract performance, resolve contract issues, and ensure timely renewals. Support budget planning by providing local market insights.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation : Challenge existing processes to enhance efficiency and procurement results. Identify and initiate innovation projects with internal teams and suppliers.

Stakeholder Engagement : Collaborate with key stakeholders and suppliers to ensure alignment with targets. Engage with the Global Procurement Office to support strategy deployment at regional and local levels.

Compliance & Reporting : Uphold compliance with corporate policies, including the Code of Business Conduct, and ensure accurate analytics reporting on volumes, prices, and variances.

Who We’re Looking For :

Master’s degree or equivalent experience

Strong analytical and project management skills

Fluent in English

Experience in Capex & MRO or a passion for machinery maintenance

Category management experience is a plus

Ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects and drive strategic procurement initiatives

If you don’t meet all the requirements but are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply!

What you can expect from us :

In this role, you’ll have the potential to transform our business and your career. You’ll get the support and mentor you need to succeed. We’re a meritocracy, with plenty of room for growth and development, so you know your hard work will be rewarded. We encourage you to think big and go after your goals. You’ll get to be creative, work with international teams so you can build a global network and have direct control over your career and where it takes you.

We are building a team that’s more supportive, more inclusive and more collaborative. A team that’s diverse in background, skills and experience.

So if you dream big but are concerned you’re not a perfect fit against the job description, we’d still encourage you to apply. You may just the right candidate to help us create a future with more cheers.

As the leading global brewer, we are committed to bringing people together for a better – and more equal – world. A more equal world starts when everyone can thrive. At AB InBev we value the diversity of cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce, and we strongly encourage women, people of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

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