Senior Procurement Business Partner Specialist

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness-We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven. Position Summary Our roots were planted here in 1894, and we have since expanded to 24 manufacturing facilities nationwide. St. Louis, a hidden gem, offers a unique blend of big-city amenities and a small-town feel. Discover a rich culture, world-class schools, top-notch healthcare, and affordable living. With neighborhoods to suit every lifestyle, St. Louis is the perfect place to call home. Join us in this vibrant city, where we proudly work together to make a difference in the lives of people, our pets and the environment. As a Senior Procurement Business Partner Specialist, you will lead strategic engagement with key stakeholders across multiple demand generation functions, serving as the trusted procurement advisor and primary point of contact. You will collaborate closely with category owners to align sourcing strategies with business priorities, drive sustainable supplier solutions, and support key functional initiatives that advance enterprise objectives. Develop a strong and integrated understanding of business requirements and challenges, including priorities, mustwin initiatives, and key value drivers. Represent the Above Market and At Market Procurement teams in business review forums, serving as a trusted procurement advisor to stakeholders. Enable effective information flow between category management and sourcing teams to support delivery of business strategies and strategic plans. Partner closely with the Center(s) of Marketing Excellence to align on functional and business metrics in support of the Operational Master Plan (OMP). Own, track, and deliver cost improvement targets and initiatives, providing regular updates to business stakeholders as appropriate. Monitor performance against category team objectives and support periodic reassessment of targets to ensure continued alignment with business priorities. Identify, quantify, and present cost improvement opportunities to stakeholders for prioritization, resourcing, and execution. Track progress against savings and performance targets, identify gaps, and communicate insights and gapclosure strategies to procurement leadership and stakeholders on a biweekly basis. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Operations, Supply Chain, or related 3+ years' experience in strategic procurement, marketing, logistics, supply chain, or related The approximate pay range for this position is $90,000 to $116,000. Please note that 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. 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 About Us | About Us | Making an Impact | Nestle Careers (nestlejobs.com) It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home. The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. . Employment Type: Full Time