Functional overview
The purpose of Asahi Global Procurement is to safeguard
the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi,
our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi
business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network. Procurement
capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate
risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local
businesses.
Asahi Global Procurement aspires to be the partner of
choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for
being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving
sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and
transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.
Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing
strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as
responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.
No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan,
Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction
approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.
Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally
important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity,
sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do.
Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but
also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group
philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.
Main purpose of the job
The Liaison Director plays a critical role in bridging the gap between the
global and regional units of a global organization and connects Global
Procurement Office with Asahi Group Holdings. The focus should be on promoting
effective collaboration and alignment while achieving procurement excellence at
both global and regional levels with primary focus on Asahi Group Japan.
The Liaison Director coordinates to establish and
maintain robust communication channels between two or more organizations (main
focus on GPO, AGH, AGJ, local Japanese businesses), ensuring that all parties
are well-informed and aligned on joint projects, policies, or objectives. Partners
with GPO Leadership team members and regional Procurement team.
This position reports to the Global Procurement CEO.
Key qualification criteria
- A bachelor's degree in business, communications, or a related field.
- Proficiency in English and Japanese
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Problem-solving skills.
- A proactive approach and the ability to work independently.
- Negotiation skills.
- A background in procurement
- MS Office and relevant software tools.
Accountabilities and deliverables
- Liaisons with relevant GPO teams and regional procurement team (AGJ) in
according with implementing procurement purpose, vision, strategies, and
governance.
- Establishes and maintain robust communication channels between GPO teams
and regional procurement team (AGJ) and Asahi Group Holdings.
- Supports to liaison in alignment with relevant GPO teams and regional
procurement team (AGJ) regardless of language in a timely manner
- Ensures that all parties are well-informed and aligned on joint
projects, policies, or objectives.
- Ensure Alignment of Global Category Strategies: Ensure that the global
procurement strategy aligns with the specific procurement needs and regulations
of each region (focus on Japan), taking into account factors such as local
suppliers, market conditions, and supply chain dynamics.
- Standardization and Localization: Find the right balance between standardizing procurement processes globally for efficiency and localizing them
as needed to address regional variations.
- Supplier Relationship Management: Facilitate communication and
collaboration between global procurement and regional teams (focus on AGJ) to
effectively manage relationships with suppliers, ensuring consistent standards
and performance evaluations.
- Demand Forecasting: Coordinate information sharing between global and
regional teams (focus on Japan) to improve demand forecasting accuracy,
enabling more efficient procurement planning and inventory management.
- Cost Optimization: Work with both global and regional units to identify
opportunities for cost savings, whether through bulk purchasing, negotiation
strategies, or leveraging local suppliers.
- Risk Management: Collaborate with global (focus on AGH) and regional
units (focus on AGJ) to assess and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring
continuity of supply even in the face of disruptions.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that global procurement practices adhere
to relevant regulations and compliance standards in each region, providing
guidance and support to regional teams.
- Procurement Technology Implementation: Facilitate the implementation and
adoption of procurement technology platforms that are effective for both global
and regional needs, streamlining processes and enhancing visibility.
- Supplier Diversity: Support efforts to promote supplier diversity by
working with global and regional teams to identify opportunities for sourcing
from diverse suppliers.
- Performance Metrics: Establish consistent procurement performance
metrics that align with the organization's goals and can be tracked globally
and regionally, allowing for benchmarking and continuous improvement.
- Collaborative Training: Organize training sessions that facilitate
knowledge sharing and skill development among global and regional procurement
teams.
