Sr. Procurement Category Specialist - Indirect
Company: Nestl-- USA
Location: Arlington
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
Nestl-- in the United States, part of Nestl-- S.A., is committed
to enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future
- for individuals and families, for our thriving and resilient
communities, and for the planet. We are transforming our product
portfolio - from pet care, premium water, frozen meals, and infant
nutrition - to meet changing consumer needs by focusing on
high-growth food, beverage and consumer categories.Our operations
in the U.S. are composed of seven operating companies: Nestl-- USA,
Nestl-- Purina, Nespresso, Gerber, Nestl-- Health Science, Nestl--
Professional, and Information Technology at Nestl-- all focused on
our mission of "Good Food, Good Life." Our organization offers
tremendous potential for professional growth and achievement,
opportunities to make an impact on a global scale, and substantial
rewards for a job well done.This position is not eligible for Visa
Sponsorship.This role is the face of their assigned category to
Nestrade and serves as the key interface with business/functional
leadership across US16 for respective category. You are an expert
of the category, setting the procurement strategy for spend areas
in your scope and localizing any globally created strategies. This
role identifies value-creation opportunities and leads
cross-functional projects for the category, as well as supplier
strategy, collaboration, and local relationship management with a
focus on risk mitigation, innovation, sustainability, and DEI. You
will provide oversight for category-critical tasks like business
continuity planning, supplier performance management, PPV forecast,
etc., while working with the business to understand strategy,
requirements, and challenges and to report updates. Role level and
category alignment is dependent on applicable category experience,
category complexity, supplier fragmentation, total spend, and other
relevant factors.Job Duties:End-to-end management of assigned
category/categories, including localization of global strategies,
development of at-market strategies, and coordination with
suppliers and Nestrade buyers (as required)Execute Nestl--'s 7-Step
Strategic Sourcing Process in the North American market, enabling
value generation through sustainability, innovation, and cost
improvements for Nestl-- business unitsIdentify value creation
opportunities by developing a deep understanding of each relevant
business unit's requirements, challenges, and opportunities, and
leveraging these insights to create and implement savings
initiativesLeverage opportunities to lower total cost of ownership
or increase value to the business while ensuring supplyAssign
initiative owners for category aligned spend initiatives; provide
category expertise and help guide initiative savings execution and
pull throughUse knowledge of global suppliers and processes to
bring opportunities to the forefrontBenchmark against competitors
and promote supplier-led innovation to unlock valueUse insights and
trends to liaise strategically with the business, factories, and
suppliersDefine risk management strategies for the business and
promote mitigation activities to reduce the chance of
disruptionProactively manage supplier relationships resulting in a
reduction of contractual risksClearly communicate risks and issues
to key stakeholders, knowing when and to whom to escalate
significant issueSuggest improved ways of working, introducing new
processes or re-engineering existing ones in support of key
prioritiesRecognize strategic drivers and activities that support
key priorities, both within your category and across the
organizationLeverage intelligence tools and participate in
professional associations to learn best practices and industry
trends; apply the learnings to the category strategies to drive
continuous improvementComply with all Procurement and company
policies, procedures, and practices, and promote adherence across
the organizationApply project management principles to drive
cross-functional teams in effective and efficient delivery of
business objectives for both day to day activities and key
projectsExperience/Education:Bachelor's degree or equivalent
experience in applicable fields required3+ years of knowledge of
and experience with global procurement and sourcing processes,
legal contract negotiations, and contract management
systemsProficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including but
not limited to Word, PowerPoint, and ExcelSAP, Ariba, and I-Nexus
experience preferredInterpersonal skills to effectively build
relationships with and influence a dynamic and diverse set of
stakeholders, including the ability to listen and understand
differing perspectivesStrategic mindset with quantitative,
problem-solving, project management, and negotiation skills and a
strong desire for progress and continuous improvementProven ability
to analyze and present findings in a clear and cohesive mannerAdept
at managing change and working through ambiguity to identify and
drive to a solution, both independently and collaboratively with
cross-functional teamsExcellent communication skills, with the
ability to liaise across boundaries and boarders and influence with
integrityRequisition ID:209312It is our business imperative to
remain a very inclusive workplace.To our veterans and separated
service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit
top talent to join Nestl--. The skills you've gained while serving
our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much
like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In
addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we
recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by
individuals with disabilities. Nestl-- seeks such skilled and
qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a
cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl-- home.The Nestl--
Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative
action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for
employment. All applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender
identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability,
perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information,
veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status,
as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the
recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if
you may require any special accommodations in order to participate
fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at or please dial
711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-.This position is
not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
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