Procurement Category Management Manager (Remote) (Bridgewater, NJ, US, 08807)

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At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

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Position Summary:

This role offers a unique opportunity to influence business performance through supplier strategy, sourcing optimization, commercial negotiations, contract management, innovation, and risk mitigation. You will help shape the supply base that supports some of the most innovative nutrition brands and products in the industry.

We are seeking a leader with a strong combination of strategic thinking, agility, business acumen, and collaboration skills. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, embrace complexity, challenge the status quo, and are motivated by creating sustainable value for the business.

The scope of this role is significant. Together with your team, you will oversee approximately $180 million in spend across a highly diverse portfolio of materials and suppliers. The breadth and complexity of the categories provide outstanding opportunities for strategic impact, supplier collaboration, value creation, and professional growth.

Important Note:

• This position is remote. Preference will be given to candidates who reside within the Tri-State area (New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut), Arlington, VA & Solon, OH.

• This position will report to Nestle/Nutrition & Health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement long-term Category Sourcing Strategies including activities to minimize risk, financial exposure and sourcing flexibility to accommodate business’ needs. Optimize sourcing, supplier selection, pricing and ensuring most beneficial commercial agreements.

• Develop continuous improvement project pipeline to deliver significant year over year productivity. Ensure savings tracking in partnership with Finance.

• Manage supplier performance, lead regular supplier performance review with other functional partners. Develop improvement plans as required.

• Create sustainable sourcing activities such as greenhouse gas reduction and full traceability in upstream supply chain.

• Support new product or new technology launches as applicable. Leverage supplier partnership in securing innovative ingredients and technologies.

• Support processes (such as tail spend management) with digital, automated, and/or AI platforms.

• Manage budget and monthly price forecast review process through relevant tools, cost modeling, and market knowledge.

Experience & Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred; equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

• MBA desirable but not required.

• 7+ years' experience in Procurement, Category Management, or related function.

• Experience interfacing with manufacturing, commercial, and corporate functions, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.

• Proven experience developing and executing strategies and delivering innovative business solutions that drive results.

• Strong category expertise in direct raw materials ideally within the food, pharmaceutical, chemical, nutraceutical, or consumer health industries.

• Proven strategic mindset and agility to thrive in fast-changing, ambiguous environments where you can act as a catalyst for transformation and continuous improvement.

• Familiarity leveraging AI based platforms and tools.

• Highly self-motivated with the ability to work within ambiguity

• Great leadership – building trust, emotional intelligence, visionary

• Ability to lead x-functional teams to resolve complex problems - creativity

• High learning agility, critical thinking and strong business acumen

• Excellent project management skills

• Proven analytical skills (e.g. data analysis, business processes)

• Customer-service orientation

• Strong storytelling skills

Other Preferred competencies and experiences:

• Broad supply chain experience such as planning and logistics

• Possess some level of technical expertise and can work effectively with Tech service and R&D stakeholders

• Ability to adapt to Matrix organization

• Possess foundational finance knowledge such as P&L analysis, budgeting, cash flow, etc.

Salary: $117,341.00 to $153,349.00 per year

Bonus Eligibility: Yes

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. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.

Nestlé 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. Learn more at https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits

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