Procurement Team

FEATURED JOBS

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Senior Category Buyer - Transport

Praha
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Senior Category Buyer - Prague

Praha
Posted 27 days ago

Senior Category Buyer Transport & Logistics

LEUVEN

 

WHO ARE WE?

Procurement at AB InBev is guided by our company’s 10 Principles and driven by our commitment to Cost, Cash, Supply Security, and Sustainability. 
We’re not just focused on buying—we’re here to unlock value across the business through smart, responsible sourcing, data-driven decision-making, and long-term supplier partnerships.  
 

Our team includes130 procurement professionals, working across:

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Direct Procurement

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Indirect Procurement

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Transformation & Capabilities

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Sustainability

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Planning & Performance Management

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Procurement Operations

 

PROCUREMENT PRINCIPLES

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Customer Centricity

We play a vital role in ensuring products, services, and materials sourced align closely with the evolving needs and expectations of customers. By adopting a customer-centric approach, procurement teams shift their focus from purely transactional activities to strategic partnerships that enhance customer satisfaction and business outcomes.  

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Financial Performance

Our role is to find the optimal balance where costs are minimized without jeopardizing supply continuity or cash flow stability. We are a critical function that directly impacts our organization’s financial health through cost management and cash flow optimization.

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World Class Execution

At AB InBev World Class Execution is part of our Culture! Our Procurement division goes after consistently superior results through excellence in processes, technology, people, and supplier collaboration. This level of execution transforms us into a powerful enabler of organizational success.  


OUR TEAMS

Whenever we launch a new product on the market, procurement has a critical role to play.

Bringing a new product to market is a complex and collaborative effort, with our Procurement teams playing a pivotal role at every stage of the journey. From sourcing high-quality ingredients to ensuring the final product reaches our customers on time, procurement is at the heart of a successful launch.

DIRECT PROCUREMENT

Our Raw Materials Procurement team is responsible for category management and sourcing the high-quality ingredients that go into brewing our beers. In parallel, the Packaging team oversees the development, testing, and sourcing of innovative packaging solutions that reflect the premium nature of our brands. 

CAPEX

To brew and package at scale, our breweries must be equipped with the right machinery and spare parts. The Capex & MRO team ensures the timely procurement of these essential components, enabling smooth, uninterrupted production. 

TRANSPORT

Once our beers are  brewed and packaged, they need to be delivered safely and efficiently to our customers. Our Transport & Logistics team secures the right partners for distribution and manages warehousing solutions for SKUs that require intermediate storage. Their work ensures that our products arrive on time and in full, wherever they are needed. 

MEDIA

Building a strong brand presence requires strategic investments in media, marketing, POCM and events. Our Media & Marketing Procurement team plays a key role in sourcing and negotiating these elements to maximize the impact and return on investment. 

TRANSFORMATION

The Transformation & Capabilities Team drives strategic change and continuous improvement across all procurement. We focus on enhancing operational efficiency, building future-ready capabilities (AI tools and systems) and fostering a culture of innovation. By aligning people, processes, and technology, we enable sustainable growth, agility, and long-term value creation. 

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At every step of the process, our Procurement teams contribute their expertise to ensure that our brands reach the market with quality, efficiency, and impact. Their strategic partnerships and operational excellence are foundational to our success. The PPM team monitors our costs effectively, and helps in making transformational choices for our Company. 

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All our procurement teams make sure they procure with a sustainability mindset. Our team takes care of our overall reputation & sustainability agenda with external stakeholders. 

 

WHY JOIN US

We are owners who attract and develop great people. We’re looking for professionals who know how to manage categories, budgets, and stakeholder relationships — and who want to grow into a strategic role.  At AB InBev, we believe in hiring for potential and impact. We'll teach you the tools — you bring the mindset.
 

We look for candidates who bring:

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Strategic Mindset: Ability to align sourcing decisions with business goals.

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Supplier Expertise: Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.

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Analytical Thinking: Knowledge with data, cost analysis, and procurement tools. 

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End-to-End Insight: Understanding of supply chain dynamics and risks.

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High Integrity: Commitment to ethical sourcing and compliance.

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Agility & Initiative: Quick problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.  



EMPLOYEES' SPOTLIGHT

We asked our employees what they think about working in Procurement and why you should join our team!


What is the impact of Procurement
on the business?

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What skill set does a Procurement employee need to have?

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What makes the 
ideal candidate for ABI Procurement?

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PROCUREMENT ACHIEVEMENTS

In 2024, the Europe Procurement & Sustainability team, achieved key milestones aligned with our priorities: cost, cash, supply security, and sustainability.

1. Scope Managed multi billion spend in procurement across Packaging, Raw Materials, Logistics, and Indirect.

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2. Financial Performance Delivered deflationary Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) per hectoliter and top cash improvement year-over-year across all ABI Zones.

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3. Supply Security  Ensuring 1/3/10-year planning coverage with long-term supplier agreements and On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) delivery performance. 

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4. SustainabilityOur goals aim to drive impact across our value chain. We focus on areas important to our business and where we are well positioned to drive impact: climate, water, agriculture, and packaging. 

WHERE TO FIND US?

 Our Procurement teams are strategically located to support EUR operations while staying close to key markets and partners.

AB InBev Prague

AB InBev Mauritius

AB InBev Leuven


Belgium & Czech Republic is a home to teams in Direct Procurement, Indirect Procurement, Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management, Capabilities & Sustainability and PPMs. 

Mauritius  is where we focus on Procurement Operations.