Raw Materials Controller

Job Description

AB InBev is seeking a Raw Materials Controller to foster and maintain a progressive learning environment by delivering effective services across the value chain. This role primarily involves executing and implementing people-focused interventions to enhance performance and morale, with a strong emphasis on raw material management within the manufacturing process.

Requirements

• Preferably a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• At least 2-3 years of experience in the manufacturing industry, procurement, or logistics
• Proficiency in PC usage and relevant experience with IBIS/SYSPRO systems
• Understanding of brewing and packaging materials, as well as the brewing and packaging processes, is highly advantageous
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation capabilities
• Aptitude for financial analysis
• Excellent planning and coordination skills
• Ability to perform under pressure with a strong focus on detail and accuracy
• High energy levels
• Effective communication skills across all organizational levels
• Proficiency in problem-solving and performance analysis
• Flexible, innovative, and adaptable mindset

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the implementation of the Logistics Pillar and VPO (Voyage to Excellence) initiatives
• Interpret and apply production plans to ensure continuous availability of raw materials
• Maintain high accuracy of stock records in IBIS and SYSPRO systems
• Manage and ensure accuracy of IBIS and SAP master data
• Ensure compliance with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Conduct audits of material stock reconciliation
• Provide essential information to regional, plant, department production planning, divisional planning, and suppliers
• Adhere to relevant audit requirements, including VPO and DPO
• Provide information and actively participate in resolving situational and systemic problems
• Investigate and minimize material transfer losses
• Assist with trials of new materials as required
• Lead and manage team dynamics effectively
• Cultivate and manage relationships with suppliers
• Offer support to the Packaging Manager and Brewing Manager
• Identify and support training and coaching needs
• Ensure adherence to Purchase-to-Pay (PTP) processes and follow up on Goods Receipt/Invoice Receipt (GR/IR)
• Maintain hygiene compliance, 5S standards, and general housekeeping for raw materials storage
• Facilitate the entrenchment of Team Work Practices (TWP)
• Manage associated by-products