Job description
Develop and execute the category sourcing strategy and risk management for corn, corn grits & popcorn procurement for Turkey (all grains) & CE (for whole corn only). Own new corn variety development and approval processes with a strong link to breeding companies. Own the E2E contract process. Own supplier relationships, supply/quality issue resolutions and supervise supply processes.
Own the annual budget planning and monthly forecasting processes & reports. Own grains productivity pipeline and deliverables including new innovations, value engineering & new supplier qualification/onboarding. Support Europe Veg. Oils Lead for local oils sourcing in Turkey & CE. Reviewing the supply balance of corn,popcorn and corn grits and revising plans according to the volumes updates received every month.
Support import & export activities for Grains between PEP OUs. Calculating Potato/Corn-Semolina Price Variance on a monthly basis and preparing the report. Represent Procurement to local/sector finance teams for related categories. Maintain up to date market intelligence to manage the price risks Sharing relevant information to prepare monthly KPI reports Reconciling weekly supplier invoices and tracking invoices with finance Ensuring daily supplier & financial communication (document flow, information, etc.)
Coordinating with the logistics / production teams University degree, minimum Bachelor level or professional purchasing qualifications such as CIPS. Minimum 5 years experience in procurement. Ability to lead strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management and total cost of ownership. Drive for Results
- Communicates persuasively to win support, minimizes or removes barriers that get in the way of achieving results, and leverages understanding of key business drivers in own area to get results Collaborating & Influencing - influences others through reasoning and relationships and understands how to operate in a matrix organisation and use networks appropriately to get things done. Fluent in English Strong analytical and planing skills Teamwork and remote team leadership skills Negotiation skills Ability to coordinate and design projects and build capability for people Create an inclusive environment Driver's license Mobility for business trips Overview At Pepsi. Co, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Pepsi, Doritos and Lipton Ice Tea, our work touches millions of people every day. At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you. We are looking for a Grains Procurement Lead, Turkey & Central Europe based in İstanbul and who will be responsible for leading and developing the Grains category sourcing strategy and risk management (corn, corn grits & popcorn) for Turkey & CE (for whole corn only); owning new corn variety development and approval processes, E2E contract process, supplier relationships and supervise supply processes; annual budget planning and monthly forecasting processes; grains productivity pipeline and deliverables and supporting Europe Veg. Oils Lead for local oils sourcing in Turkey & CE.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute the category sourcing strategy and risk management for corn, corn grits & popcorn procurement for Turkey (all grains) & CE (for whole corn only). Own new corn variety development and approval processes with a strong link to breeding companies. Own the E2E contract process. Own supplier relationships, supply/quality issue resolutions and supervise supply processes.
Own the annual budget planning and monthly forecasting processes & reports. Own grains productivity pipeline and deliverables including new innovations, value engineering & new supplier qualification/onboarding. Support Europe Veg. Oils Lead for local oils sourcing in Turkey & CE. Reviewing the supply balance of corn,popcorn and corn grits and revising plans according to the volumes updates received every month.
Support import & export activities for Grains between PEP OUs. Calculating Potato/Corn-Semolina Price Variance on a monthly basis and preparing the report. Represent Procurement to local/sector finance teams for related categories. Maintain up to date market intelligence to manage the price risks Sharing relevant information to prepare monthly KPI reports Reconciling weekly supplier invoices and tracking invoices with finance Ensuring daily supplier & financial communication (document flow, information, etc.)
Coordinating with the logistics / production teams Qualifications University degree, minimum Bachelor level or professional purchasing qualifications such as CIPS. Minimum 5 years experience in procurement. Ability to lead strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management and total cost of ownership. Drive for Results
- Communicates persuasively to win support, minimizes or removes barriers that get in the way of achieving results, and leverages understanding of key business drivers in own area to get results Collaborating & Influencing - influences others through reasoning and relationships and understands how to operate in a matrix organisation and use networks appropriately to get things done. Fluent in English Strong analytical and planing skills Teamwork and remote team leadership skills Negotiation skills Ability to coordinate and design projects and build capability for people Create an inclusive environment Driver's license Mobility for business trips