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Position snapshot
Nestlé Head Office, Athens, Greece
Reporting to: Market Procurement Manager
Contract duration: 12 months
Hybrid-way of working
 
Position summary
As a Junior Procurement Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting the procurement process, ensuring the timely and efficient sourcing of goods and services. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop supplier relationships, and contribute to cost optimization initiatives. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in procurement within a global organization committed to sustainability and delivering high-quality products. 

A day in the life…

• Collaborate mainly with Procurement Sourcing and Indirect Materials (S&IM) Buyer to understand procurement needs and requirements of Marketing & Corporate Functions
• Assist in the sourcing and procurement of goods and services for Marketing & Corporate functions
• Support the contracting process with suppliers, ensuring prompt delivery/quality and compliance
• Support handling of promo items (i.e through order windows to stakeholders etc)
• Create & update Procurement supplier lists, support VLC (Vendor Life Cycle) and other Procurement administrative tasks (i.e. POs, blocked invoices etc)
• Stay updated on best practices in procurement, continuously enhancing knowledge and skills

What makes you successful

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• 1-2 years of experience in procurement or supply chain, preferably in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and adapt to changing priorities
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, and experience with procurement software or SAP is a plus
• Strong commitment to sustainability and ethical business practices
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with a proactive and results-oriented mindset

Why you should apply 

• Join the leading Food & Beverages company in the world with more than 93bio CHF sales and presence in 185 countries
• Be part of a fast-growing organization expanding locally and internationally
• Engage with our people from all over the world and join exciting local or international projects and assignments, constantly pushing boundaries
• Take full advantage of unlimited development opportunities through an extensive physical, virtual and hybrid learning ecosystem, both at local and international level
• Enjoy the wide range of Nestlé benefits such as competitive salary & performance bonus, meal vouchers, comprehensive Pension, Health Care & Life Insurance programs, increased Parental leaves for both caregivers and Baby Support plan, Flexible Work policy, “Bring Your Pet At Work” & Pet Support plan, in-house restaurant and mini market, participation to health and wellness activities and much more

 
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