Procurement Manager, Category Management

Nestl Health Science Procurement Manager

At Nestl Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life, Nature's Bounty, Vital Proteins, Orgain, Nuun, BOOST, Carnation Breakfast Essentials, Peptamen, Compleat Organic Blends, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases. At Nestl Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.

Position Overview

Responsible for leading and managing procurement of significant categories of raw material spend for Nestl Health Science US. Must develop solid working partnership with stakeholders to optimize sourcing, supplier selection, pricing, contracting and ongoing supplier management while meeting quality and service level requirements for their area of responsibility. This person will be responsible for preparing and executing category strategies, negotiating and developing contract pricing, terms and conditions, and other relevant sourcing related documentation. These strategies and tactics should enable the identification, negotiation and implementation of agreements with suppliers to ensure the greatest overall value. This requires an in-depth knowledge of raw materials used in the food, chemical, personal care, pharmaceutical or nutraceutical industries. The incumbent must also be knowledgeable in procurement methodologies and possess an in-depth understanding of relevant supplier bases. Additionally, the incumbent must understand service requirements related to business needs as well as quality assurance and control. Works within business team to identify and implement initiatives to achieve substantial cost savings and improvements in quality, delivery, etc. to achieve high customer satisfaction. Manages spend that could range from 120 million and higher with up to 50 suppliers and significant complexity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops and implements long-term category strategies and yearly sourcing plan for procurement of several categories of spend for Nestl Health Science US.
• Develops and manage continuous improvement pipeline to deliver significant year-over-year productivity.
• Executes market research in various areas, resulting in robust category strategies. Keeps abreast of market conditions and maintain an agile mindset to flex resources and external capacity as needed to meet changing business needs.
• Ensures optimal sourcing, supplier selection, pricing, contracting and commercialization while meeting quality and service level requirements for their spend area. This ensures effective negotiation and implementation of global, regional and local agreements with suppliers to deliver the greatest overall value. Monitors supplier performance on an ongoing basis and develops improvement plans as required.
• Ensures proactive risk management strategy as well as partnering with the procurement business partner and supply planning teams to ensure timely problem solving of supply issues.
• Liaises with the procurement business partner team and various commercial teams to ensure two-way dialogue and understanding of business / brand needs as well as industry trends and opportunities in their area of expertise.
• Supports new product, new technology or new initiative launches as applicable. Participate in innovation franchise team and leverage supplier partner in securing differentiated ingredients and technology.
• Ensures timely and accurate maintenance of cost accounting systems. Establish standard costs and manage monthly PPV review process.
• Comply with all procurement and company policies, procedures, and practices, and promote adherence across the organization.

Education and Experience Requirements

At least 3 to 5 years of experience as a subject matter expert in relevant raw material category supported. Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Business, Engineering, Food Science or related field. SAP experience is preferred. Has a broad background in procurement supporting manufacturing / commercial / corporate functions in various operating models. Has the ability to work and communicate effectively at all levels and functions of the organization. Hands on management experience in developing and implementing new suppliers and business solutions. Has strong background in direct raw material categories, ideally in food, chemical, personal care, pharmaceutical or nutraceutical industries. Experience in implementing change management.

Skills

Highly self-motivated with the ability to work within ambiguity with the need to create the appropriate level of process and procedure. Ability to lead cross-functional teams to resolve complex problems. Strong knowledge in strategic sourcing process and category management. Excellent project management skills. Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Proven analytical skills (e.g. data analysis, business processes). Ability to act in a customer-service oriented capacity with stakeholders. Strong written and oral communication skills. Broad supply chain experience such as planning and logistics are preferred. Packaging category management experience is a plus. Possess some level of technical expertise and can work effectively with tech service and R&D stakeholders. Ability to adapt to matrix organization. Experience in contract negotiation such as supply agreement, license agreement, service level agreement, etc. Possess foundational finance knowledge such as P&L analysis, budgeting, cash flow.

This position will be either a remote or hybrid role based on the selected candidate's geographic location. Preference will be given to applicants who live within a commutable distance of Bridgewater, NJ, Chicago, IL, Palm Beach Gardens, FL or Long Island, NY. The approximate pay range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. Nestl offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and / or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.

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