Location: Panama City, Panama
Work model: On site / Full time
Contract type / duration: Permanent

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

As a Regional Procurement Manager for Road Transport at Nestlé Global Procurement, your mission is to contribute to the global sourcing strategy with regional inputs, implementation and communication & supplier management plans. We operate on a truly global scale, bringing together over 40 nationalities across three dynamic hubs in Switzerland, Panama, and Malaysia. This is your chance to drive innovation, sustainability, and impact at scale, ensuring value creation through responsibly sourced supply across diverse categories.

How you’ll make an impact as a Regional Procurement Manager - Road Transport

• Communicate and align sourcing strategies with key business stakeholders to ensure successful implementation.
• Identify and manage suppliers in collaboration with markets and HQ functions.
• Prepare and lead negotiation events to secure optimal TCO (Total cost of ownership) and strong commercial agreements.
• Formalize and implement contracts with carriers following negotiations.
• Monitor market trends and their impact on contracts and total cost of ownership.
• Ensure supplier compliance with company standards and drive sustainable road transport solutions in line with corporate policies.

What will make you successful

• University degree in Procurement, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Economics, Finance or Engineering.
• Proven track record of delivering competitive advantage globally through logistics sourcing strategies, ideally in road transport.
• Strong ability to lead projects, drive change, and demonstrate effective functional leadership.
• Solid experience in risk management, responsible sourcing, and supplier relationship management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills within complex organizations.
• Fluency in English & Spanish are essential, Portuguese as plus.

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
• Healthcare 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.

Ready to Be a Force for Good?

Apply now and feel trusted to make decisions that matter.