Responsible for leading and managing Procurement of significant categories of raw material spend for Nestlé Health Science US.
Develop solid working partnerships with stakeholders to optimize sourcing, supplier selection, pricing, contracting and ongoing Supplier Management while meeting quality and service level requirements.
Prepare and execute Category Strategies, negotiating and developing contract pricing, terms and conditions.
Identify, negotiate and implement agreements with suppliers to ensure the greatest overall value.
Monitor supplier performance on an ongoing basis and develop improvement plans as required.
Demonstrate daily leadership within a significantly changing environment.
Lead, mentor and empower direct reports
providing coaching and development as needed in support of building a high performing procurement team.

Bachelor’s Degree is required, preferably in Business, Engineering, or Food Science.
SAP Experience would be a positive.
At least 8 years of progressively increasing responsibility with experience in both procurement and raw materials category is strong preferred.
Has a broad background in Procurement supporting manufacturing/ commercial/ corporate functions in various operating models.
Has the ability to work and communicate effectively at all levels and functions of the organization.
Hands on management experience in developing and implementing new suppliers and business solutions.
Has strong background in direct raw material categories, ideally in food, chemical, pharmaceutical or nutraceutical industries.
Experience in implementing change management.
Must be able to travel at least 5% to 10% annually.

Senior Manager, Procurement Category Management – Raw Materials

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