Posted
17-Jun-2024
Job type
Full time
Country
Belgium
Location
Brussels
Lead recruiter
Irene Castro
Function
Supply & Logistics
Reporting Line
Customer Services & Logistics Manager
On-site/Remote
Hybrid
Level of experience
Entry Level
Contract type
Permanent

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Your Opportunity

We are uniquely positioned to see the supply chain end-to-end – starting with our materials through to the touch point of our brands with shoppers in the market.  Join us & become both the voice of the customer for supply & the integrator across Sales, Marketing & Finance. 
  • 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. 
About You

We want people who are highly motivated, ready to commit & take the plunge to make their mark in a successful company.  This will be a career – not just a job!  We want the next generation of leaders to continue building the BEST brands in the drinks industry. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

With Our Consumer At The Heart Your Key Focus Will Be:

You will have in depth knowledge & understanding of contract management, focused on Fulfilment/Logistics activities. You will understand the importance of Systems infrastructure & real time data exchange to ensure optimal Service to our Customers & reduced manual intervention. Performance from our fulfilment providers will be aligned to our customer’s service metrics & you will ensure there are Joint Cost-2-Serve Initiatives to improve & support Supply Chain efficiencies.

Being the business partner for all Supply related topics 
  • 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

The Skills And Experience Needed To Create Your Legacy:
  • 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.
Personal Qualities:
  • 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. 


U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

PERKS OF WORKING WITH US

At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

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

  • 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

  • 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!
The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.

Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.

Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.

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.

Watch our career stories