Junior Procurement Project Management Specialist, EMEA

Ready to make your next big professional move? Join us on our journey to achieve our big dream of building the most loved restaurant brands in the world. Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with nearly $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories.RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities.RBI is committed to growing the TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES® and FIREHOUSE SUBS® brands by leveraging their respective core values, employee and franchisee relationships, and long track records of community support. Each brand benefits from the global scale and shared best practices that come from ownership by Restaurant Brands International Inc.Job OverviewThe position of Junior Procurement Specialist for New Country Entries in EMEA is responsible for the creation of procurement strategies for the expansion of Restaurant Brands International Brands in EMEA, while its purpose is to be the key pillar in developing and executing cost effective sourcing strategies. The role is defined as a project manager, leading the market entry of the respective brand into a new market from a procurement standpoint. This role will work cross-functionally with Marketing, Operations, Quality Assurance, Global Procurement, Legal and Innovation to support the Burger King, Tim Hortons, Popeye’s and Firehouse Brand.The role is based out of Zug and requires 5 days per week office presence. Travel within the EMEA region might be required.Your Roles & ResponsibilitiesManage and own beginning-to-end procurement new country entry (NCE) projects across Burger King, Tim Hortons, Popeyes, and Firehouse Subs in EMEA.Define, create, and implement EMEA sourcing strategies for assigned markets and brands in close cooperation with the business team, franchisees and other relevant stakeholders.Ensure full alignment of Procurement strategies and execution plans with the Business Leaders (Mkt/Ops/SQA/GMs) and Master FranchiseesOwn and Build selected Supplier Relationships to consistently improve Supplier Performance and availability.Ensuring compliance with corporate sustainability commitments.Facilitating innovation projects and new product rollouts in collaboration with cross functional teams.Providing in-depth analytical support for NCE procurement projects.Your Skills & ExperienceAt least 2 years previous experience, preferred background in project management.At least Bachelor degree, preferably from business or finance area.Exceptional business and financial acumen; comprehensive knowledge of overall business and its position in the overall marketplace.Demonstrated ability to drive results through the management of projects, processes.Advanced problem solving skills and analytical capabilities in complex situations.Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to direct and influence others at all levels.Excellent Microsoft Office skills.Eligibility to work in Switzerland without work permit sponsorship.Benefits at all of our global offices are focused on physical, mental and financial wellness. We offer unique and progressive benefits, including a comprehensive global paid parental leave program that supports employees as they expand their families, free telemedicine and mental wellness support.Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, provincial or federal laws, rules, or regulations. RBI's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.