YOUR OPPORTUNITY
- Your focus will be ensuring that contracts in place with our local fulfilment providers (POSM, 3PLs, etc.) are optimized to full potential.
- Your role is critical in providing our Commercial & Planning teams with resources & service levels that ensure we are considered #1 supplier to our customers.
- The role will involve collaborative joint project initiatives that span Supply Chain E2E, reducing cost/waste, working with customers & our contractors to improve Service, Delivery Efficiency & Cost.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as the 'One point of Contact' for both markets as well as Supply Centers with regards to volume requirements / replenishment forecast.
- Become the key point of contact for any supply question from your market’s stakeholders as well as regional and global stakeholders.
- Lead & manage Logistics & Freight contracts locally to secure Service as Measured by Customer.
- Lead & manage Logistics & Freight contracts locally to ensure operational excellence & alignment to the regional blueprint for integration of systems, processes, compliance, insurance, security & technology.
- Lead & implement Cost 2 Serve initiatives aligned to Customer Engagement Strategy [Gold/Silver/Bronze] & Bacardi’s sustainability objectives; focused on Joint Value Creation & Collaboration activities with the Customer to improve Service, Delivery Efficiency, Sustainability & Cost
- Lead & implement Cost 2 Serve initiatives with contract partners to ensure cost optimization, linked to Bacardi’s sustainability objectives
- Secure the business: ensure sufficient capacity & resources at contractors to support business requirements in short, mid & long term. Frequent visits to the Contractors facilities will be required.
- Ensure compliance to governance models for 3PLs, Business Security (including Cyber Attacks) & Customs & Excise aligned to the regional blueprint
- Vested interest in industry movements & future approaches to logistics & fulfilment services, to ensure that Bacardi are always at the cutting edge of systems & technological advancements
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Track record of executing & managing contracts. Including successful negotiations & securing optimal service levels even in long standing contracts to ensure continuous improvement & optimum cost efficiencies.
- Data savvy, High levels of numeracy & logical reasoning; ability to assimilate & act on complex data & information.
- Good interpersonal, communication & relationship management skills including ability to influence & communicate at all levels.
- Service mindset, taking ownership to resolve contractual issues with a proactive approach to issues & opportunities as well as understand the financial impact of decisions.
- Ability to build relationships & be a strong team player both within Contractors, Customer & Bacardi.
- SAP experience beneficial however training will be provided in role
- Good levels of Dutch, French and English are required.
- Dynamic and engaging work style; highly organized, motivated, detail oriented, a sense of urgency, and an ability to prioritize tasks
- Great verbal and written communicator
- Self-starter that thrives in a dynamic environment with frequently changing priorities
- Comfortable in balancing risks and uncertainties, strong sense of accountability & ownership, proactive problem-solving skills
LEADERSHIP AGILITY
At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.
- Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
- Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
- People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
- Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
- Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with
- Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience
Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity.
PERKS OF WORKING WITH US
Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement
Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement
- Competitive Pay Package
- Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
- Retirement/Pension Plan
Health & Wellbeing
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
- Calm Meditation App subscription (free)
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies
Additional Benefits
Additional Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements (depending on role/office/site location)
- Access to E-learning Platforms and Career Development programs
- Travel Discounts ( i.e., hotel and car rental)
- And much more!
Be a Part of Our Culture
BE Fearless
We empower our teams to question, challenge and innovate.
This means adopting an agile mindset, being comfortable with trying new things and taking risks, without being reckless.
BEHAVE LIKE Family
We treat each other, and our communities, like family. Always.
We are all ‘Primos’ (Spanish for cousins) at Bacardi. Being part of the family gives you the support you need to be the best you can be.
THINK LIKE A Founder
The spirit of entrepreneurship is at the heart of everything we do.
Everyone at Bacardi sees this business as their own. We do the right thing for the business and take accountability for our work.
LIFE INSIDE BACARDI Career Stories
Be Fearless, act like a Founder.
Follow our Primos on their journey to success. Where did they start and what’s it like to work for Bacardi? You too can be part of our story.