Position Snapshot Nestrade Procurement Division, Panama Temporary contract, 1 year, 100%
Genuine opportunities for career development, training, and personal developmen
Attractive and dynamic international working environment
Modern “smart office” locations providing flexible & collaborative workspaces
Position Summary
The Procurement Specialist - Ingredients - will fully support the Global Procurement Manager based in the Procurement Hub in Panama with the implementation of the approved Category Strategy.
Reporting directly to the Global Category Manager, the selected candidate will support the definition and the implementation for the category strategy on a global level and strongly contribute on delivering the zone’s sustainability objectives.
Procurement at Nestlé
As strategic partner of the business, we help the company achieving sustainable growth and we ensure responsibly sourced supply and value creation. Located in hubs in Switzerland, Panama and Malaysia, our division provides a range of services, including the management of procurement for specific raw materials, packaging, indirect materials and other services. We also support markets with managing local spend. For you, this will be the opportunity to become a real strategic partner – delivering sustainable value and working with the business, for the business.
A day in the life of a Procurement Specialist - Ingredients
Support Procurement Managers in tactical/operational activities (contract creation, price requests, cost model development & implementation, project follow-up) and in Business Partnering with markets.
Actively participate in regional tenders for the Ingredients Category.
Support the Regional Procurement Managers in organizing and defining the negotiation strategy with global suppliers.
Develop effective communication skills by maintaining both internal and external stakeholders informed of the progress related to the different tenders.
Support in automatizing of procurement tools in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
Ensure compliance to Nestlé's Corporate Business Principles, policies and standards.
What will make you successful
University degree in Procurement, Business Administration, Supply Chain or a related discipline.
1-3 years of experience in an analytical role related to Procurement.
Ability to work in an international and complex environment.
At ease with different IT systems (SAP Ariba, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Understand business objectives and ensure alignment with procurement functions of support.
Exposure to Ingredients categories is a strong asset.
Strong stakeholder management and engagement skills.
Fluent in English – other languages can be considered an asset.
The Nestlé Group is the world’s largest food and beverage company with 92.6 billion Swiss Francs in sales in 2019. It is present in 187 countries around the world, has 403 factories and its 291’000 employees are committed to Nestlé’s purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Nestlé offers a wide portfolio of products and services for people and their pets throughout their lives. Its more than 2000 brands range from global icons like Nescafé or Nespresso to local favorites. Company performance is driven by its Nutrition, Health and Wellness strategy. Nestlé is based in the Swiss town of Vevey where it was founded more than 150 years ago. Learn more about our Group and reasons to join us on www.nestle.com.
