Regional Procurement Manager - Warehousing

Regional Procurement Manager - Warehousing

Vevey, CH

Vevey, CH

Position Snapshot

• Nestrade Procurement Division, Switzerland (CH)


• Permanent contract, 100%


• Travel rate: 10-20% 


• A challenging role with responsibilities and regional scope


• Genuine opportunities for career development, training and personal development.


• Attractive and dynamic international working environment.


• Modern “smart office” locations providing agile & collaborative workspaces.

Position Summary

In order to implement and drive the success of our procurement model and to complete the team of Warehousing category, we are looking for a highly competent Regional Procurement Manager based in Switzerland. 

Reporting directly to the Global Procurement Category Manager, you will be responsible for defining, implementing the category strategy for the 3PL Warehousing category on a regional level, utilizing strategic sourcing processes, tools and policies. 

Procurement at Nestlé:

As strategic partner of the business, we help the company achieving sustainable growth and we ensure responsibly sourced supply and value creation. Located in hubs in Switzerland, Panama and Malaysia, our division provides a range of services, including the management of procurement for specific raw materials, packaging, indirect materials and other services. We also support markets with managing local spend. For you, this will be the opportunity to become a real strategic partner – delivering sustainable value and working with the business, for the business.

A day in the life of a Regional Procurement Manager for Warehousing:

• Define and implement the category strategy, utilizing Strategic Sourcing processes, tools and policies.


• Perform supplier market/category/supply risk analysis and develop Total Cost Ownership (TCO) models to identify improvement opportunities.


• Negotiate contracts ensuring the most beneficial commercial agreements with suppliers in line with the strategy.  


• Manage the relationship with various stakeholders to integrate category plans and outcomes in local budgets and price planning.


• In partnership with Supplier Relationship Management Experts lead the planning and regular contract SLA reviews with suppliers and other functional partners.


• Identify and implement logistics optimization opportunities at markets.


• Ensure compliance to Nestlé's Corporate Business Principles, policies and standards.

What will make you successful

• University degree in Procurement, Business Administration and/or Supply Chain.


• Minimum 3-5 years in sourcing 3PL Warehouse Category for similar FMCG.


•  Rich knowledge and experience on the 3PL side can be an added-value. 


• Demonstrated successful use of risk management, responsible sourcing and supplier relation management.


• Experience in negotiations.


• Proven Leadership or Project Management skills.


• Understanding of National and International Procurement Regulations.


• Fluency in English, another language will be an asset.


• An outgoing personality with the ability to cultivate relationship with suppliers and stakeholders


• Strong experience managing or procuring logistics/warehousing services within EMEA regions.


• Flexibility to work across different time zones.

The Nestlé Group is the world’s largest food and beverage company with 92.6 billion Swiss Francs in sales in 2019. It is present in 187 countries around the world, has 403 factories and its 291’000 employees are committed to Nestlé’s purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Nestlé offers a wide portfolio of products and services for people and their pets throughout their lives. Its more than 2000 brands range from global icons like Nescafé or Nespresso to local favorites. Company performance is driven by its Nutrition, Health and Wellness strategy. Nestlé is based in the Swiss town of Vevey where it was founded more than 150 years ago. Learn more about our Group and reasons to join us on www.nestle.com.

Position Snapshot

• Nestrade Procurement Division, Switzerland (CH)


• Permanent contract, 100%


• Travel rate: 10-20% 


• A challenging role with responsibilities and regional scope


• Genuine opportunities for career development, training and personal development.


• Attractive and dynamic international working environment.


• Modern “smart office” locations providing agile & collaborative workspaces.

Position Summary

In order to implement and drive the success of our procurement model and to complete the team of Warehousing category, we are looking for a highly competent Regional Procurement Manager based in Switzerland. 

Reporting directly to the Global Procurement Category Manager, you will be responsible for defining, implementing the category strategy for the 3PL Warehousing category on a regional level, utilizing strategic sourcing processes, tools and policies. 

Procurement at Nestlé:

As strategic partner of the business, we help the company achieving sustainable growth and we ensure responsibly sourced supply and value creation. Located in hubs in Switzerland, Panama and Malaysia, our division provides a range of services, including the management of procurement for specific raw materials, packaging, indirect materials and other services. We also support markets with managing local spend. For you, this will be the opportunity to become a real strategic partner – delivering sustainable value and working with the business, for the business.

A day in the life of a Regional Procurement Manager for Warehousing:

• Define and implement the category strategy, utilizing Strategic Sourcing processes, tools and policies.


• Perform supplier market/category/supply risk analysis and develop Total Cost Ownership (TCO) models to identify improvement opportunities.


• Negotiate contracts ensuring the most beneficial commercial agreements with suppliers in line with the strategy.  


• Manage the relationship with various stakeholders to integrate category plans and outcomes in local budgets and price planning.


• In partnership with Supplier Relationship Management Experts lead the planning and regular contract SLA reviews with suppliers and other functional partners.


• Identify and implement logistics optimization opportunities at markets.


• Ensure compliance to Nestlé's Corporate Business Principles, policies and standards.

What will make you successful

• University degree in Procurement, Business Administration and/or Supply Chain.


• Minimum 3-5 years in sourcing 3PL Warehouse Category for similar FMCG.


•  Rich knowledge and experience on the 3PL side can be an added-value. 


• Demonstrated successful use of risk management, responsible sourcing and supplier relation management.


• Experience in negotiations.


• Proven Leadership or Project Management skills.


• Understanding of National and International Procurement Regulations.


• Fluency in English, another language will be an asset.


• An outgoing personality with the ability to cultivate relationship with suppliers and stakeholders


• Strong experience managing or procuring logistics/warehousing services within EMEA regions.


• Flexibility to work across different time zones.

The Nestlé Group is the world’s largest food and beverage company with 92.6 billion Swiss Francs in sales in 2019. It is present in 187 countries around the world, has 403 factories and its 291’000 employees are committed to Nestlé’s purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Nestlé offers a wide portfolio of products and services for people and their pets throughout their lives. Its more than 2000 brands range from global icons like Nescafé or Nespresso to local favorites. Company performance is driven by its Nutrition, Health and Wellness strategy. Nestlé is based in the Swiss town of Vevey where it was founded more than 150 years ago. Learn more about our Group and reasons to join us on www.nestle.com.