Senior Procurement Category Management Specialist – Packaging

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Jersey.

📋 Description

• Spearhead the procurement strategy for essential packaging categories that support Nestlé Health Science U.S.

• Oversee a packaging spend portfolio ranging from approximately $50M to $70M.

• Formulate and implement long-term category strategies alongside annual sourcing plans.

• Develop and oversee a continuous improvement pipeline while tracking savings in collaboration with Finance.

• Conduct market research and sustain category strategies.

• Enhance sourcing, supplier selection, pricing, contracting, and commercialization processes.

• Negotiate and execute supplier agreements.

• Monitor supplier performance and devise improvement plans.

• Establish proactive risk management measures and resolve supply issues with Supply Planning.

• Collaborate with commercial teams to address business and brand needs, industry trends, and opportunities.

• Assist with the launch of new products, technologies, initiatives, and transformation projects.

• Ensure accurate Procurement data is maintained in the ERP system.

• Manage the monthly price forecast review process.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Food Science, or a related field is preferred.

• Relevant professional experience may be accepted in place of a degree.

• Over 5 years of experience with packaging categories such as corrugate, folding cartons, labels, flexible packaging, rigid containers, closures, and similar materials is preferred.

• Significant experience in procurement of packaging materials, ideally within the food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, consumer goods, or similar manufacturing sectors.

• A comprehensive Procurement background supporting manufacturing, commercial, or corporate functions.

• Proven experience with escalating responsibility in procurement and pertinent subject matter expertise is preferred.

• Capability to work and communicate effectively across all organizational levels and functions.

• Proficiency in leading cross-functional teams and addressing complex business challenges.

• Knowledge of strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management.

• Strong project management and organizational abilities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including data analysis and process improvement.

• Ability to influence and collaborate across the organization.

• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

• Experience with Oracle ERP systems is preferred.

• Supply chain experience, particularly in planning and logistics, is preferred.

• Ability to partner with technical stakeholders and comprehend technical requirements.

• Experience in a global, matrixed organization.

• Proficiency in drafting, negotiating, and managing supplier contracts.

• Strong financial acumen, including P&L analysis, budgeting, and cash flow management.

• This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for professional growth and diverse career paths.

• Comprehensive development opportunities.

• Chances to learn from talented colleagues worldwide.

• Benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

• Performance-based incentives.

• 401(k) with company matching.

• Healthcare coverage.

• A wide array of additional benefits.

• Reasonable accommodation support during the recruitment process.