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Position Summary

Our roots were planted here in 1894, and we have since expanded to 24 manufacturing facilities nationwide. St. Louis, a hidden gem, offers a unique blend of big-city amenities and a small-town feel. Discover a rich culture, world-class schools, top-notch healthcare, and affordable living. With neighborhoods to suit every lifestyle, St. Louis is the perfect place to call home. Join us in this vibrant city, where we proudly work together to make a difference in the lives of people, our pets and the environment. 

As a Senior Specialist Business Partner, you will oversee sourcing strategies for indirect materials, lead strategic category management initiatives, and drive cost improvements. The role includes aligning business needs with Global and Nestlé In Market (NiM) Procurement teams, factories, and technical functions while managing supplier relationships in key categories. Additionally, you will be crucial in driving renewed solutions with current process and ways of working to drive efficiencies in existing processes.

• Represent the Above Market and At Market Procurement Team in business review meetings.
• Assist with information flow between functional stakeholders and sourcing teams to effectively deliver business strategies and strategic planning.
• Partner with functional stakeholders and buyers to align on key metrics of the business or function in support of the Operational Master Plan (OMP).
• Own and measure cost improvement targets and projects. Report to functional stakeholders as appropriate.
• Monitor business goals delivered by the functional teams and help periodically reassess the targets. 
• Identify specific cost improvement opportunities and present them to appropriate stakeholders for prioritization, resourcing, and implementation.
• Develop and share business forecast/demands with appropriate Nestlé support teams in the market and globally.
• Communicate business requirements to appropriate sourcing entities and ensure requirements are met in accordance to project timelines via forecasting methods.
• Lead and track key sourcing initiatives through conclusion across multiple stakeholder groups.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Management, Supply Chain, Operations or related field
• 3+ years of experience in strategic procurement, supply chain, operations, finance, logistics or related

Other

• One or more years' experience with Ariba or eSourcing tools preferred
• Willingness to travel up to 20%

The approximate pay range for this position is $87,000 to $115,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | About Us | Making an Impact | Nestle Careers (nestlejobs.com) 

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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.
 

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Job Requisition: 378992