Position Snapshot 

Software Engineer

Nestlé UK&I

York

Salary up to  £38,000 depending on experience + car allowance + potential bonus + generous pension scheme + 12 flexible days on top of 25 day holiday entitlement + 2 paid volunteering days + other fantastic benefits!

Championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our business.  

At Nestlé we are proud to support and provide equality of opportunity that supports employees to effectively blend their work life and commitments through hybrid and flexible working arrangements, so speak to us to understand what this could look like for you. We would be open to discussing part time working arrangements for this role.

Position Summary

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Software Engineer joining our Logistics Systems Team. This is a full-time permanent opportunity based in York, but we are always open to discuss individual’s flexible working needs so please speak to us during the recruitment process to understand what this could look like for you.

Here at Nestlé we describe Supply Chain as the heart of our entire business, and we mean it. It’s no exaggeration to say that the success of Nestlé relies on our ability to effectively manage a hugely complex operation and this role is integral to success in achieving this.

Nestlé UK & Ireland is a subsidiary of Nestlé SA, the world’s largest food and beverage company. Nestlé's purpose is enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. We want to help shape a better and healthier world. We also want to inspire people to live healthier lives. This is how we contribute to society while ensuring the long-term success of our company. 

A day in the life of...

Reporting to the Logistics Systems Lead, you will be part of the Logistics Systems Team, handling Supply Chain systems and processes across NUK and affiliates.

This role encompasses multiple elements of analysis, design, development, implementation and maintenance across Distribution and Transportation systems. You will scope, strategize, and own innovative and traditional business solutions, managing them through to successful implementation and beyond.

Whilst Project Management is a key responsibility, supporting the day-to-day operation, ensuring availability, and sharing best practice is also important; allowing systems and process to peacefully exist in unison. The team also covers Out-of-Hours support via an “on-call” rota.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• To lead, manage and co-ordinate Projects, in collaboration with both internal partners and external parties to execute the business priorities of Supply Chain effectively and efficiently.
• Detailed B2B solution design with full competence in the systems lifecycle.
• Operational/business process analysis. Process design and optimisation through system driven solutions.
• Software development of customer-logistics systems and EDI interfaces.
• Database Admin/Management for Market logistics systems.
• Advanced SQL report authoring and PLSQL programming.
• Ensure reliability and enable proactive sustain processes for solutions within the teams portfolio.
 

What will make you successful

 To be successful in this role, you will be able demonstrate critical thinking, problem solving and operational awareness. You will be experienced systems programmer with an understanding of end-to-end projects. You will be adaptable, able to work at pace and enjoy working in a complex and detail driven environment. 

Other key experiences we are looking for:

•  Preferably Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or an equivalent training
•  Advanced technical knowledge and demonstrated fluency in at least one of the  following: C#, C++, VB.net, PLSQL/Oracle.
• Flexibility and agility to solve problems, working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver results
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills.

What you need to know

What can we offer in return? Great benefits you’d expect from a business the size of Nestlé – in the shape of a competitive salary and benefits package, bonus scheme, flexible working scheme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, plus flex leave, pension scheme and a real focus on personal development and growth.

The closing date for this role is 28th February 2025.

We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.
 

At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect. When we embrace diversity and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our business. People of all gender identities, ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBT+ community are strongly encouraged to apply. If there is anything we can do to accommodate you to participate fully in the application process, please let us know. We take pride in championing inclusion and diversity, our people make up a number of Colleague Networks who represent different experiences and communities who hold us accountable in creating a sense of belonging for all, and our values create the conditions for us to respect the unique contribution you bring. Find out more about our Colleague Networks here: Diversity, equity and inclusion | Nestlé (nestle.co.uk)

We are committed to equal opportunity for all and we may collect relevant data for monitoring purposes during our candidate registration process. Be yourself, everyone else is taken!