NW&PB Procurement & ESG controller F/M

Global Procurement & ESG Controller
Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages
Location: Issy-les-Moulineaux (close to Paris)
Contract: Full-time - permanent contract
English fluent
Position Summary
As Global Procurement & ESG Controller, you will act as a trusted finance business partner to the Procurement organization, driving financial visibility, performance management and value creation across a global spend portfolio exceeding CHF 1.8 billion.
You will support procurement teams across multiple markets and regions by providing insightful analysis on Purchase Price Variance (PPV), procurement savings and forecasting activities. In addition, you will contribute to ESG reporting and performance tracking, ensuring accurate reporting and financial governance across sustainability-related investments.
This role sits within the Central Operations Controlling team and reports to the Operations Controller, while closely partnering with the Head of Procurement Business Partnering, Procurement teams, Supply Chain and Finance stakeholders globally.
What are the responsibilities?
• Act as the finance business partner for Procurement, providing financial insight and performance analysis across raw materials, packaging, energy and third-party spend.
• Support markets in delivering accurate PPV versus ACE actuals and PPV year-over-year analysis.
• Coordinate the PRISM process and support monthly PPV reporting and forecasting cycles across global markets.
• Analyze financial results, identify opportunities and risks, and challenge procurement stakeholders to drive performance improvement.
• Ensure accuracy of rebates, accruals and procurement-related postings in collaboration with market teams.
• Prepare Procurement reporting for Nestrade, including PPV actuals and forecasts, Maguire savings, OPEX/Simplex and other key performance metrics.
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Produce financial analyses and presentations for Senior Leadership at Nestlé and in the JV
• Partner with Nestrade and Procurement teams to drive PPV improvements and value creation initiatives.
• Maintain and promote compliance with procurement reporting guidelines, internal controls and governance requirements.
• Support ESG reporting activities, including actuals, forecasting and collaboration with ESG Finance teams (at Nestlé and in the JV)
• Ensure compliance with procurement reporting guidelines, internal controls and governance requirements at Nestlé and in the JV
What will make you successful?
• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Finance, ideally within FMCG organizations.
• At least 2 years of experience in Operations Finance, preferably within Procurement or Supply Chain Finance.
• Prior audit experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling capabilities.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Knowledge of procurement tools such as PRISM, OSCAR or similar platforms is a strong advantage.
• Strong understanding of supply chain operations, procurement processes and business performance drivers.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and challenge performance constructively.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to translate financial insights into actionable recommendations for non-finance stakeholders.
• Proven ability to operate effectively within a complex, international matrix organization.
Why join us?
• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping procurement performance across a standalone global business.
• High visibility role with exposure to Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance leadership and senior stakeholders.
• Strategic impact on value creation, cost optimization and sustainability initiatives.
• International scope across multiple markets, regions and procurement categories.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to NW&PB's ESG agenda and procurement transformation journey.
What do we offer?
We believe that success is driven by people. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package designed to support well-being, growth, and quality of life:
• Flexibility – hybrid work model
• Continuous learning – access to training
• Health & well-being – private health insurance and wellness initiatives
• Corporate welfare – flexible benefits platform
• Career growth – internal mobility and development opportunities
• Inclusive culture – collaborative and people-first environment
About Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages
Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages is a standalone, globally managed business within the Nestlé Group.
The company serves consumers in more than 100 markets with a portfolio of more than 35 brands, including S.Pellegrino, Perrier, Acqua Panna, Sanpellegrino Italian Sparkling Drinks, Maison Perrier, Buxton, Essentia, Levissima, La Vie and Nestlé Pure Life.
Building on its heritage and expertise in waters, Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages is focused on growth in premium and better-for-you beverages, creating value for consumers, customers and stakeholders.
Water stewardship is central to the business. Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages is the only beverage company with all bottling sites certified to the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) Standard. Additionally, the company has implemented around 70 water regeneration projects globally, as part of its ambition to protect and restore more water than it uses, working with local stakeholders and experts to identify shared water challenges and support solutions that build resilience and benefit communities and nature.