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Senior Category Buyer Transport & Logistics

  • AB InBev
Leuven, Belgium
Full-time
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  • AB InBev
Leuven, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
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DESCRIPTION:

Brewing the world’s most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy.

We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work.

That’s Who We Are: Come and Own it. 

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We’re looking for a proactive and strategic Senior Category Buyer to join our regional procurement team, focused on Transport & Logistics (VLC) Leuven, Belgium. In this role, you’ll lead strategic sourcing initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost and service improvements through smart procurement decisions. You’ll also support spot buying activities and ensure that contracts are delivering optimal value.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a regional role with real impact, contributing to smarter sourcing and sustainable operations across our business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

  • Develop and execute category strategy and risk mitigation plans;

  • Lead strategic and tactical sourcing activities;

  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships;

  • Identify opportunities for cost savings and added value through negotiations and innovation.


Spot Buying & Operational Support

  • Identify appropriate suppliers for ad-hoc or urgent needs;

  • Manage spot-buy processes using SAP, Ariba, and TMS systems;

  • Conduct RFQs and e-auctions, analyse bids, negotiate and select suppliers;

  • Support purchase order creation and manage catalogue updates.


Contract Management

  • Lead contract negotiations and implementation;

  • Ensure timely renewals and resolve contract or PO issues;

  • Consolidate contracts locally and across countries where possible.


Continuous Improvement

  • Promote automation and data-driven procurement;

  • Enhance spend visibility and supplier compliance;

  • Ensure transparency and consistency in sourcing practices;

  • Identify risks and support the development of mitigation strategies.


REQUIREMENTS:

Essential

  • University degree (or equivalent experience);

  • Strong analytical skills with a strategic mindset;

  • Hands-on experience in procurement or category management;

  • Basic understanding of finance and accounting principles;

  • Strong communication skills in English – clear, collaborative, and confident;

  • Ability to build trusted relationships across multiple teams and levels;

  • Comfortable using data to inform decisions and drive value.


Desirable

  • 1+ years of relevant procurement experience within supply chain, purchasing, or finance;

  • Working knowledge of tools like Ariba, SAP MM/SRM, TMS, advanced Excel or SQL-based systems;

  • Experience with e-sourcing tools is a plus.


BENEFITS:

Next to our competitive base salary, we put our people first by providing on-top benefits:

  • Competitive Bonus;

  • A Flexible Rewards system - (smartphone, bike lease, internet at home, Extra pension Plan, etc.);

  • Quarterly vouchers to taste our delicious beers;

  • Compensation & seniority days in addition to legal holidays (40 Days total);

  • Meal vouchers, allowances, gift per company policy;

  • A unique Parental leave;

  • Competitive Life insurance, disability and medical plan;

  • Learning & Development opportunities (LinkedIn Learning/ Workday Learning/Mentoring);

  • Multiple Physical & Mental Wellbeing support Initiatives.


WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

Build your career with us: We recruit for mindset, ambition and cultural fit.

Unique culture

  • We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company’s long legacy;

  • We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication. We respectfully speak openly, give constructive and direct feedback, and challenge each other to remain focused on our goals. 


Brands everyone loves

  • We are part of the collective, global history of beer. We are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favorites;

  • We love that our friends and family enjoy our products just as much as we do. That’s just one reason we keep our consumers at the heart of everything we do;

  • Another reason? We take pride in contributing to the world’s most renowned events, festivals, and meaningful moments that promote growth, positive impact, and a future with more cheers. 


Growth opportunities

  • Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth;

  • In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, people are able to deepen their impact and create a long-lasting legacy. 

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