Global Procurement Manager - Contract Manufacturing

Location: La Tour-de-Peilz, Switzerland
Work model: Hybrid / Full time
Contract type / duration: Permanent
Be a force for good and feel trusted to make decisions that matter.
As a Global Procurement Manager for Contract Manufacturing at Nestlé Global Procurement, your mission is to lead the commercial and sourcing activities for the global Contract Manufacturing category. Reporting to the Global Category Lead, you will define and implement category strategies, drive strategic sourcing initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver value, optimize supplier performance, and support business growth.
We operate on a truly global scale, bringing together over 40 nationalities across three dynamic hubs in Switzerland, Panama, and Malaysia. This is your chance to drive innovation, sustainability, and impact at scale, ensuring value creation through responsibly sourced supply across diverse categories.
How you’ll make an impact as a Global Procurement Manager - Contract Manufacturing
• Represent Procurement in cross-functional business projects, including new product launches, geographical expansions, cost improvement initiatives, supplier transitions, and business continuity planning.
• Lead strategic relationships with contract manufacturers, driving sustainable performance, innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage end-to-end sourcing activities for new product launches, from supplier scouting and selection to commercial negotiations and contract execution.
• Develop deep market intelligence and expertise on the global contract manufacturing landscape relevant to the business portfolio.
• Deliver cost reduction targets while ensuring high levels of supplier performance, quality, and service continuity.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with growth objectives, operational needs, and supply security.
What will make you successful
• Well established experience in procurement, delivering competitive advantage through strategic sourcing within multi-country environments.
• Solid experience in the development and execution of sourcing strategies, leveraging expertise in supplier risk management, responsible sourcing, and commercial negotiations.
• Proven track record in managing supplier relationships and development programs.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams by representing procurement effectively and fostering collaboration across a complex global organization.
• Fluency in English, another language will be an asset.
At Nestlé Global Procurement, we place people at the heart of everything we do.
Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life:
• Flexible working options, including hybrid work possibilities (for office-based roles)
• Paid holidays beyond legal requirements
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
• Performance based bonus
• Healthcare contribution and access to the Employee Assistance Program
• Strong employer contribution to your pension plan
• Generous parental leave and comprehensive family support solutions
• Attractive employee discounts across various products and services
What to expect from our hiring process
We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.
The hiring process typically includes a video interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially.
Stay vigilant: Nestlé will only contact candidates via official company email addresses and will never ask for payments or sensitive personal information at any stage of the hiring process.
Ready to Be a Force for Good?
Apply now and feel trusted to make decisions that matter.
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