Foods people love. Brands people trust. And a career that nourishes your future like no other.

If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestlé is the place for you. Nestlé USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestlé’s presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.

We’re determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.

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2024 Nestlé Procurement Development Program (NPDP)

What to expect:

At Nestlé USA, our Procurement team is motivated by the desire to deliver world-class service and support to our trusted retail partners. We are passionate about our company’s four key Ways of Winning – Speed, Agility, Collaboration, and Courage. We strive to efficiently and effectively distribute our products “wherever and whenever” needed, while fulfilling our commitments and delivering outstanding value to our customers.

Nestlé offers a two-year full-time rotational development program, where selected high-potential graduates are provided opportunities to gain the experience and knowledge essential for a career within Procurement. Our program is designed to develop well-rounded Procurement Professionals. Our opportunities are comprehensive, interactive, and strategically integrated.  

Our unique two-year program allows individuals the opportunity to develop and gain experience through two 12-month rotations in different parts of the Nestlé Procurement Organization. One rotation will be with the Indirect Procurement Team and the other will be with the Direct Procurement Team, including but not limited to Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, Procurement Project Management and Sustainable Sourcing.

Role assignments may be available in many of our core locations, including: Solon, OH; Arlington, VA; and St Louis, MO. Assignments and locations may be determined based on business needs.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, Business, Operations Management or other related field is required 
• Degree completed by June 2024
• Preffered Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above

Experience Requirements:

• Preferred Procurement or related internship experience

Additional Requirements:

• Available to start the program beginning June 2024
• Ability to relocate during the rotations as noted above in a corporate or distribution center setting
• Ability to demonstrate strong communication skills, persuasive abilities, leadership capabilities and strong analytical skills
• Ability to demonstrate resiliency and ability to work through significant ambiguity
• Ability to work well within a team
• Interested in working on various business projects requiring research, cost analyses, and engagement of stakeholders

Perks:

• Relocation package throughout the rotational program (for those who qualify)
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Immersion into a dynamic and collaborative work culture with diverse colleagues

• Mentorship and professional guidance from experienced leaders and a training program designed to support successful completion
• Volunteer in community service opportunities with a variety of Nestlé Share Valued Organizations (e.g. Boys & Girls Club of America & Nestlé Adopt-A-School Program)

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It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role.  In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities.  Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.