Regional Procurement Manager - Content & Insights

Location: La Tour-de-Peilz, Switzerland

Work model: Hybrid / Full time

Contract type / duration: PermanentPosition Grade: G/3

This recruitment will be entirely driven by the fit between the individual competencies and the requirements of the job. Each candidate whose skills match best the requirements of the role will be considered. Be a force for good and feel trusted to make decisions that matter.

As a Regional Procurement Manager - Content & Insights at Nestlé Global Procurement, your mission is to define and execute the global category strategy for your spend in scope, using Nestlé’s strategic sourcing processes, tools and policies. We operate on a truly global scale, bringing together over 40 nationalities across three dynamic hubs in Switzerland, Panama, and Malaysia. You will make a difference by collaborating closely with marketing leaders and agencies worldwide. 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 Regional Procurement Manager – Content & Insights

• Define and deliver the global category strategy using strategic sourcing processes, tools and policies.
• Partner with local, regional, global and cross-functional stakeholders to embed category plans into budgets, forecasts and price planning.
• Drive value creation through total cost of ownership (TCO) improvements, risk mitigation and innovation initiatives.
• Own the global supplier strategy, lead negotiations, and build long-term partnerships to strengthen commercial excellence and operational resilience.
• Cultivate relationships with suppliers to ensure effective development and management practices.
• Ensure compliance with Nestlé’s Corporate Business Principles, policies and standards.

What will make you successful

• Solid procurement experience in regional or global category management—ideally in marketing services (incl Martech). Demonstrated use of risk management and responsible sourcing practices across the supplier lifecycle.
• Experience working in multinational environments with large-scale spend and complex operating models.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional partners.
• Strong supplier management capabilities, including negotiation, communication and influencing at senior levels.
• Experience developing and delivering compelling value propositions to a complex business unit portfolio.

**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. #Nestradecareer #beafroceforgood #wemakenestle #nestlecareers