The Opportunity:

Nestlé enjoys a reputation as one of the largest FMCG companies in the world and we are driven by our purpose - enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. At Nestlé our culture is one of support, encouragement, and innovation. 
 
If you have the relevant operational experience and a passion for driving operational excellence in the supply chain, we invite you to apply for the position of Supply Chain Manager - Operational Excellence. Join our team and contribute to the success of our organization through efficient and effective supply chain management. This is a contractual role ending in August 2026. 

A day in the Life:

•    Ensure outstanding service delivery of factory Supply Chain at minimum cost-to-serve.
•    Manage and develop factory supply chain teams.
•    Ensure achievable production scheduling and minimize production costs.
•    Coordinate material management planning for timely and cost-effective availability of raw and packaging materials.
•    Oversee warehousing operations and accurate inventory management.
•    Communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners.
•    Monitor and manage safety, health, environment, quality, and CARE regulations.
•    Collaborate with peer factory Supply Chain managers to share best practices and drive continuous improvement.
•    Develop careers, succession plans, and provide coaching for supply chain personnel.
•    Communicate downstream needs to instil customer service orientation within the plant's organisation

What will make you successful:

•    Supervisory experience in manufacturing, industrial performance, demand & supply planning, warehousing, inbound material management, or production planning.
•    Beneficial to have experience in LEAN, 6 Sigma, or 5S processes, finance, transports, or procurement operations.
•    Advantageous to have experience in managing projects such as High-Performance Logistics.
•    Strong communication skills to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation, including non-financial professionals. Ability to collaborate cross-functionally to achieve financial goals

Benefits

You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

In addition, we offer:

•    Varied career experiences and personalised development support.
•    Wellbeing benefits including vaccinations and health insurance discounts.
•    Diversity and Inclusion initiatives and program.
•    Discounted Nestlé products.
 

Our Story 

At Nestlé, we want to help shape a better and healthier world, inspire people to live healthier lives and deliver impact at a scale and pace that makes a difference. We do this by fostering an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative environment, embracing innovation, and empowering people and teams to win.
We aim to hire respectful, curious, value driven and inspiring people who care about the people’s lives that we touch every single day.
 
Applicants must have full New Zealand working rights.

Nestle Purina has a drug and alcohol policy, and the successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment screening