h3Sazerac Company Overview /h3 pBuild your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka. /p h3Company/Location Overview /h3 pLucerne, Switzerland /p h3Job Description/Responsibilities /h3 pWe are seeking a results-driven, hands-on and technology-savvy procurement professional to join our Global Procurement team at our global office in Lucerne, Switzerland as eSourcing Digital Procurement Manager. This role combines tactical execution of eSourcing events with a strong focus on driving digital transformation initiatives across procurement. /p pThe successful candidate will manage the day-to-day operation of our eSourcing tools while also acting as a change agent in adopting and optimizing procurement technologies globally. The role will help advance AI-enabled procurement by identifying high-value use cases, building practical AI agents and copilots, and translating business needs into scalable digital solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, results-driven professional who thrives at the intersection of procurement, technology, AI, and process excellence. /p pbeSourcing Operations Support: /b /p ul liDesign, launch, and manage sourcing events (RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, eAuctions) across categories. /li liEnsure effective supplier onboarding, communication, and bid evaluation within eSourcing tools. /li liSupport category managers and buyers with hands-on execution of sourcing events. /li liTrack and report on sourcing performance metrics (savings, cycle times, supplier participation). /li liStay abreast of emerging trends and developments in eSourcing technologies and best practices, and make recommendations for enhancements or upgrades as needed. /li /ul pbAI Digital Procurement Transformation /b /p ul liAct as super-user and subject matter expert for eSourcing platforms (e.g., Ariba, Coupa, Jaggaer, Ivalua). /li liSupport implementation and rollout of new procurement technologies (P2P, Supplier Management, Contract Lifecycle Management, analytics tools). /li liProvide training, guidance, and day-to-day support to procurement users globally. /li liPartner with IT, Finance, and external vendors to ensure seamless integration of procurement systems. /li liIdentify opportunities to automate, standardize, and digitize procurement processes. /li liIdentify, design, and deploy AI-enabled procurement use cases, including copilots and AI agents that improve decision-making, user experience, and process efficiency. /li liBuild lightweight automations, integrations, and prototypes using coding or low-code tools, APIs, and data workflows in partnership with IT and business stakeholders. /li liStay current on market trends in procurement technology and recommend improvements. /li /ul h3Qualifications/Requirements /h3 ul liBachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Information Systems, or related field (Master’s or professional certifications a plus). /li li7–10 years of experience in procurement or sourcing, with a strong track record in eSourcing event execution. /li liProven experience with eSourcing platforms (Keelvar, Archlet, Coupa, Jaggaer, Ivalua, or equivalent). /li liAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 Copilot and related premium AI capabilities, with the ability to apply them effectively in procurement workflows and drive responsible user adoption. /li liHands-on experience designing, building, testing, and improving AI agents or copilots for business use cases, including prompt design, workflow orchestration, governance, and performance monitoring. /li liWorking knowledge of coding and automation, such as Python, SQL, APIs, scripting, or low-code platforms; ability to prototype solutions and collaborate effectively with technical teams. /li liDemonstrated ability to support technology implementation and adoption projects. /li liStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to translate data into insights. /li liExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to work across cultures and functions. /li liSelf-starter with a result driven, hands-on mindset and strong drive for continuous improvement. /li liFluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus. /li liWillingness to travel internationally up to 20%. /li /ul p#LI-NH2#LI-Hybrid /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
Title (External) AI & Digital Procurement Manager Arbeitgeber: Fireball Whisky
Sazerac ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der seinen Mitarbeitern nicht nur eine bedeutende Rolle in einem traditionsreichen, familiengeführten Unternehmen bietet, sondern auch ein dynamisches Arbeitsumfeld, das auf Wachstum und Innovation ausgerichtet ist. Mit einer starken Unternehmenskultur, die Werte wie Ethik, Nachhaltigkeit und Vielfalt fördert, sowie umfangreichen Möglichkeiten zur beruflichen Weiterentwicklung, ist Sazerac der ideale Ort für Fachkräfte, die in der Beschaffung von Marketing- und Unternehmensdienstleistungen tätig sein möchten.
