Senior Specialist Procurement Business Partner

Company: Nestle Purina PetCare Company
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: May 6, 2024

Job Description:

We re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.POSITION SUMMARYAs a Senior Procurement Business Partner Specialist, you will be responsible for owning the Business Partner relationship with key stakeholders across multiple groups within the demand generation area. You will develop partnerships with category owners and act as the direct contact for procurement. You will help to drive sustainable solutions with suppliers, while engaging in key functional initiatives to align business needs with sourcing strategies.Understand business requirements and challenges including priorities, must-win battles and key drivers.Represent the Above Market and At Market Procurement Team in business review meetings.Assist with information flow between category management and sourcing teams to effectively deliver against business strategies and strategic planning.Partner with the Center for Marketing Excellence in order 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 out to the Business stakeholders as appropriate.Monitor business goals delivered by the Category Teams and help periodically reassess the targets.Identify specific cost improvement opportunities and present them to the demand generation stakeholders for prioritization, resourcing, and implementation.Monitor progress against targets and identify gaps. Effectively communicate these findings as well as gap closing strategies to procurement leadership and stakeholders each month.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Business, Management, Operations, Supply Chain, or related3+ years' experience in procurement, marketing, logistics, supply chain, or relatedThe approximate pay range for this position is $79,000- $110,000. 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.Nestle 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.REQUISITION ID 296805It 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 Nestl. 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. Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home.The Nestl 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.comor please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467*Note: Nespresso is not a federal contractor and does not maintain affirmative action programsReview our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

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