Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Work model: Hybrid / Full time
Contract type / duration: Permanent

Be a force for good and feel trusted to make decisions that matter.

An opportunity currently exists for an experienced Procurement Manager to join our Flexible and Paper-Based Packaging Category team. Based in Kuala Lumpur and reporting to the Category Lead – Flexible and Paper Based Packaging, you will join a passionate, collaborative and results focused team, utilizing best in class sourcing processes and tools to achieve business goals.

In this high-impact, strategic role you will be empowered to define and implement category strategies for packaging materials used by Nestle businesses across market in Zone Africa, Oceania and Asia. You will be a subject matter expert for flexible and paper-based packaging, providing guidance and market intelligence to cross-functional teams across the globe.

How you’ll make an impact as a Regional Procurement Manager – Flexible and Paper Based Packaging 

• Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and market intelligence to cross-functional teams.
• Create and implement category strategies for the flexible packaging category (paper and carboard), including market analysis, supplier benchmarking, and risk assessments to ensure cost optimization and service continuity. 
• Develop Total Cost Ownership (TCO) models to identify improvement opportunities on a regional and global level.
• Negotiate global contracts, manage strategic supplier relationships, and lead initiatives to enhance commercial excellence and operational resilience.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders and assure synergies across various Nestle operations to achieve company targets.
• Contribute to the achievement of Nestlé’s global Sustainability Commitments and help to drive sustainability in packaging. 

What will make you successful

• Proven track record in strategic procurement and category management for packaging materials in a multi-national environment. Specific experience in flexibles, paper and corrugate procurement categories is advantageous.
• Solid experience in strategic sourcing and supplier management on a global or regional scale. Demonstrated success in risk management and responsible sourcing.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills - with the ability to influence, network and collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholders across a complex, global organization.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin (written and verbal) is critical to your success.

At Nestlé Global Procurement, we place people at the heart of everything we do.

Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life:

• Flexible working options, including hybrid work possibilities (for office-based roles)
• Paid holidays beyond legal requirements
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
• Performance based bonus
• Health insurance and access to the Employee Assistance Program
• Strong employer contribution to your pension plan
• Generous parental leave and comprehensive family support solutions
• Attractive employee discounts across various products and services

What to expect from our hiring process

We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

The hiring process typically includes a video interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially.

Stay vigilant: Nestlé will only contact candidates via official company email addresses and will never ask for payments or sensitive personal information at any stage of the hiring process.

Ready to Be a Force for Good?

Apply now and feel trusted to make decisions that matter.

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