Strategic Buyer - Packaging

Position Snapshot:

• Location: Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
• Company: Nestrade Procurement Division
• Act. Rate: Full-Time Act. Rate 100%
• Type of contract: Permanent employment
• Flexible work policies in terms of core hours and working from home.
• Genuine opportunities for career and personal development
• Dynamic international working environment

Position Summary:

We are currently looking for a highly competentStrategic Buyerwho will work closely with the Procurement Managers in managing the commercial and sourcing activity forPackagingused by Nestl worldwide.

Reporting directly to the Global Category Lead you will support the definition and the implementation of the category strategy on a regional level and strongly contribute to delivering the Nestls sustainability addition you will have the opportunity to manage your own category spend and grow into additional responsibilities as part of your ongoing development plan.

We offer a dynamic inclusive and international working environment with many opportunities across different companies functions and regions. Dont miss the opportunity to join us and work with different teams in an agile and diverse context!

Procurement at Nestl:

As a strategic partner to the business we help Nestle achieve sustainable growth by ensuring responsibly sourced supply and value creation. Located in hubs in Switzerland Panama and Malaysia our people provide a range of services including managing the procurement of raw materials packaging indirect materials and other services. We also support Nestle businesses across the world to manage local spend.

For you this will be the opportunity to become a true strategic partner delivering sustainable value and working with the business for the business.

A Day in the Life of a Strategic Buyer - Packaging:

• Support the designated Procurement Manager for assigned tasks including examples such as data management forecasting project support and other tasks.
• Interact with internal stakeholders and external suppliers across multiple levels to monitor and drive progress for cost initiatives source to pay challenges sustainability and responsible sourcing initiatives.
• Learn the fundamentals of procurement category management to serve as a backfill when needed in support of the extended packaging team.
• Manage the day-to-day procurement support activities RFx and contracting process for selected markets or businesses.
• Help to develop and execute the category strategy to deliver value to the business from cost improvements sustainability activities and ensuring supply.
• Manage less complex/small scale spend (category management).
• Be a force for good helping to achieve Nestls sustainability goals for Packaging.

What will make you successful:

• University degree in Procurement Business Administration Supply Chain Logistics and/or Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in these fields in Procurement of direct materials a plus
• Ability to thrive in a complex dynamic international environment.
• Intermediate to advanced abilities with Excel and PowerPoint are required. Previous experience with SAP is beneficial.
• Spoken and Written Fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese are essential additional languages will be an asset.
• Experience in Consulting AI and/or Analytics a plus

Dont miss this opportunity to join us and work with diverse teams in an agile and diverse context! Apply Now!!
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Kuala Lumpur Malaysia

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