Senior Manager Procurement - Customer Marketing

About Us

HEINEKEN USA Inc., the nation's leading high-end beer importer, is a subsidiary of HEINEKEN International N.V., the world's most international brewer. Key brands imported into the U.S. are Heineken® – the world's most international beer brand, Heineken® 0.0 – an alcohol-free beer innovation, Heineken® Silver – a new lower-carb, lower-cal beer, the Dos Equis Franchise, and the Tecate Franchise. HEINEKEN USA also imports Amstel Light, Red Stripe, Strongbow Hard Apple Ciders, Bohemia and more. For news and updates, follow us on Twitter @HeinekenUSACorp, or visit HEINEKENUSA.com

Who We Are

At HEINEKEN USA, we’re a team with a passion to bring our iconic brands to the next level. The work is challenging, we learn from our experiences (even our mistakes), and we love what we do. You’ll be empowered to think differently, try new things, and GO PLACES.

About the Role:

As a member of the Procurement team, you will manage procurement activities and provide overall vendor governance and oversight within the Commercial and Marketing functions. You will assist in the ongoing development of the company-wide procurement processes and partner with all levels of leadership cross-functionally to build impactful, efficient and cost-effective vendor relationships by:

• Support the business in sourcing, negotiating and contracting for the products & services they require.
• Deliver savings against these categories.
• Liaison with Business controllers to ensure accurate forecasting and budgeting.
• Execute process excellence in procurement controls
• Participate on regional Americas initiatives and manage the interface with Global Purchasing in Netherlands
• Driving procurement strategy and policy in the key Commercial spend areas. Focus on driving value while also providing process support to enable efficiencies within the functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage sourcing and vendor management strategies. Take full independent ownership for procurement for assigned commercial categories which include but are not limited to the following:

• Sampling Programs- Traditional and Non-Traditional
• Below The Line (BTL) Agencies
• Activations
• Package Design

Execute and deliver on Procurement strategies:

• Negotiate with prospective vendors on matters of price, scope and contract performance, to secure the best overall value to Heineken
• Prepare, lead and execute tenders
• Understand and incorporate external and internal dynamics to enable the development of aligned procurement strategies
• Align category strategies with relevant stakeholders
• Translate strategic plans into short term actions
• Demonstrate contracting skills with vendors in order to secure optimal terms and conditions in tandem with legal

Manage and develop vendors to drive value and innovation:

• Define commercial terms, SLAs, KPIs, etc.
• Lead resolution of any escalation of issues with vendors
• Manage relationships with Strategic and Critical vendors to promote opportunities and innovation
• Form strong relationships with vendor partners
• Lead vendor performance reviews

Exercise strong Business Partnering skills:

• Partner with other cross-functional leaders to implement functional processes and identify organizational improvement opportunities
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (up to VP and RVP level) to ensure to ensure business needs are being addressed.
• Act as escalation point and subject matter expert for both internal and external parties
• Build and sustain effective stakeholder relationships

1. Liaise with Global and Americas Regional Procurement teams

• Collaborate with regional and global Procurement teams on initiatives representing Heineken USA requirements

Basic Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Business, Marketing, or a related field
• Ability to identify and cultivate relationships with key stake holders, representing a broad range of functions and levels.
• Ability to travel outside the US no more than 2 times a year.
• Independent, self-motivated, and results-oriented, including ability to prioritize several conflicting demands to achieve optimum performance while maintaining a sense of urgency.
• 5+ years of recent Commerce procurement experience, preferably within the CPG industry
• Able to work with cross functional teams and demonstrate leadership regardless of role or direct reporting line
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to speak clearly and express self in groups and one-to-one conversations.
• Proven in-depth knowledge of sourcing and procurement principles and best practices.
• Demonstrated consistency and attention to detail; possesses high level of organization and strong focus on maintaining global standards and processes

Computer Skills

• Enterprise Resource Planning Software: SAP
• Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Power Point

Compensation & Benefits:

• Benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision + Matching 401k Plan
• Base Salary Range: $130,000 - $140,000 + Annual Bonus
• Vacation – 20 Days Paid Vacation & Unlimited Sick Days
• $200 Monthly Beverage Allowance

HEINEKEN USA is an equal opportunity employer. Embracing and celebrating diversity is core to HEINEKEN’s purpose of “brewing the joy of true togetherness to inspire a better world”. We believe that people as diverse as our brews – including and not limited to gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, nationality, social background, disability and thinking style – enrich our lives and strengthen our business. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates as we champion a culture of belonging that provides fair and equal opportunities for all.

This position is not available for visa sponsorship.