Procurement Business Optimization Consultant

 

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If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestlé is the place for you. Nestlé USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestlé’s presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.

 

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This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

 

 

Position Overview: As a Procurement Optimization Consultant - Project Manager focused on Project Management, you will play a pivotal role in driving transformational change within our procurement operations. The Project Manager (PM) is the voice of the project, who will lead and manage the end-to-end process of optimizing our procurement practices, from identifying areas for improvement to implementing strategic solutions that enhance our sourcing, supplier relationships, and cost-effectiveness. The PM applies project management tools and skills to ensure the on-time launch and extraordinary execution of the project from scope approval to close.  This position requires strong project management, leadership, communication, and presentation skills for the timely and efficient execution of the various initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing complex procurement projects, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and achieving measurable results.

 

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, planning, and execution of procurement optimization initiatives to achieve operational excellence, transformational change, and cost savings.
• Conduct thorough analysis of current procurement processes, identifying inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, locally and globally, including sourcing, finance, supply chain, and IT, to gather insights, align objectives, and implement best practices.
• Create and manage measurement systems to track project progress, to include:
  • Timeline/Milestone Tracking
  • Project Issue/Risk Log Tracking
  • Meeting / Workshop coordination
  • Benefits/KPI Tracking against Business Case
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on project status, risks, and opportunities.
• Drive change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of new processes and procedures across the organization. Balance needs of multiple stakeholders and gain buy-in from groups who may be resistant to change.
• Act as an active and visible coach to executives and leaders who are change sponsors and champions. Collaborate with project team on change management communication plan and engagement of end users throughout project.
• Conduct market research and supplier evaluations to identify potential strategic partners that align with the company's goals and values. Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in procurement to proactively identify opportunities for innovation.
• Implement technology solutions or tools that enhance procurement processes, such as e-procurement systems, data analytics, and automation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a