Procurement Specialist, Operations and Supply Chain

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Position Summary

We are seeking an Associate Operational Buyer to join our Procurement team. Reporting to the Factory Controller, you will be responsible for supporting factory purchasing activities, including indirect materials, services, capital expenditure purchases, and maintenance spare parts while ensuring compliance with Nestle procurement processes and policies.

The ideal candidate will bring expertise in procurement, SAP, and supplier management while demonstrating the ability to manage multiple priorities, support cross-functional stakeholders, and maintain purchasing compliance in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Utilize SAP to process purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and vendor transactions supporting factory operations.

• Review purchase requests for accuracy, supplier alignment, account coding, and procurement policy compliance.

• Coordinate purchasing activities for indirect materials, services, capital projects, and maintenance spare parts.

• Partner with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to obtain quotes, onboard vendors, and support the end-to-end procurement process.

• Ensure compliance with Nestle purchasing policies, bid requirements, and procurement controls, including documentation for purchase requests and supplier selection.

• Support cost savings initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify purchasing efficiencies and sourcing opportunities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, finance, supply chain, or a related function.

• Experience utilizing SAP within a manufacturing , production, warehouse, or industrial environment.

• Demonstrated experience supporting the procurement lifecycle, including requisition processing, supplier engagement, purchase order management, and compliance activities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, including vendor setup, purchasing transactions, capital projects , and operational requests.

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders while maintaining compliance with purchasing policies and established procurement processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting procurement activities within a manufacturing facility.

• Knowledge of maintenance spare parts purchasing and inventory replenishment processes.

• Experience supporting sourcing, bidding, or supplier quote comparison activities.

Salary: $57,348.90 to $79,910.00 per year

Bonus Eligibility: Yes

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. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.

Nestlé 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. Learn more at https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits

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Job Requisition: 423951