Commodity Risk Management Specialist

Asahi Global Procurement; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Asahi Global Procurement seeks a Commodity Risk Management Specialist to enhance its commodity risk management framework. This role involves analyzing commodity exposure and collaborating with procurement and treasury teams, demanding significant expertise in risk management and data analysis. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and at least five years of experience in commodity markets within a multinational environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Comprehensive health and dental insurance

Opportunities for career growth

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of professional experience linked to commodity markets.
• Proficiency in Excel and data visualization skills.
• Experience in a multinational company is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze commodity exposure data across regions.
• Prepare regular dashboards and reports on risk positions.
• Support internal controls, hedge documentation, and procurement risk policies.

Skills

Risk Management

Data Analysis

Excel

Data Visualization

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business-related field

Tools

Risk Management Systems (e.g., CTRM, TMS)

Job description

Functional Overview

The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is achieved through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership, and infuse top-line growth for Asahi's local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming for operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

Regardless of location—be it Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe, or elsewhere—there is a unified approach used to maximize value delivery consistently. Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency are as important as proactive risk management. Our aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and a circular economy is reflected in all we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only category experts but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Job title: Commodity Risk Management Specialist

Reporting to: Head of Commodity Risk Management

Main interfaces:

• Internally: Regional and Global Procurement and Finance teams, Treasury teams, Supply Chain Planning Teams
• Externally: Suppliers, Commodity Trading Vendors, Banks, System Vendors, Implementation partners, Advisors

Main purpose of the job:

The Commodity Risk Management Specialist supports the global procurement commodity risk management framework by providing high-quality analysis, reporting, and coordination across business units and regions. The role plays a critical part in ensuring data, risk exposures, and hedge strategies are accurately tracked, aligned, and reported consistently across the group. The Specialist will also support in identifying new commodity exposures, aiming to expand commodity risk management across the group, through collaboration with internal procurement and treasury teams and external supply base. The role may evolve to include pricing strategy development across metals, energy, and agriculture exposures.

Accountabilities and Deliverables:

• Collect, consolidate, and analyze commodity exposure data across business units and regions
• Ensure alignment of risk methodologies, assumptions, and reporting standards globally
• Collaborate with regional procurement, treasury and finance teams to gather insights and support local execution of risk processes
• Engage with key suppliers on projects to improve transparency, risk-sharing mechanisms, and data accuracy
• Support internal controls, hedge documentation, and compliance with procurement risk policies
• Prepare regular dashboards and reports on risk positions, hedging status, and market trends
• Assist in continuous improvement of risk tools, templates, and systems
• Act as a point of contact for regional teams on operational aspects of commodity risk management
• Create strategic data-driven insights for procurement in the area of commodity risk management
• Collaborate with regional procurement and supply chain teams to support forecast alignment and exposure tracking
• Work closely with regional finance and treasury teams on hedge accounting, documentation, and mark-to-market valuations
• Support a wide range of procurement risk activities, including financial and non-commodity risks

Procurement functional competencies:

• Category management - Foundation
• Stakeholder & Supplier Management - Foundation
• Risk Management and Governance - Experienced
• Sustainability, Supplier Innovation & Value creation - Foundation
• Process Excellence - Foundation

Leadership competencies:

• Thinks Strategically - Leading Self
• Inspires Learning - Leading Self
• Leads Change - Leading Self
• Values People - Leading Self
• Enables Collaboration - Leading Self

Requirements:

• University degree, preferably in a business-related field (bachelor's degree preferred) and/or linked to quantitative finance or coding
• Proficiency in English
• At least 5 years of professional experience, preferably linked to commodity markets
• Experience in a multinational company is an advantage
• Strong Excel and data visualization skills
• Familiarity with risk management systems (e.g., CTRM, TMS)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package aligned with industry standards and experience
• Comprehensive health, life, and dental insurance
• Opportunities for career growth and continuous professional development
• Dynamic, inclusive, and collaborative work environment that values diversity and innovation
• Flexible work arrangements, promoting work-life balance