Regional Procurement Manager - Ocean/Freight Forwarding

About the role

Nestlé Global Procurement is looking for a Regional Procurement Manager for the Ocean Freight & Other Logistics category in the Americas region (AMS), based in Panama City. The role defines and implements the category strategy on a regional level using strategic sourcing processes, tools and policies, while helping deliver value for the market and supporting change management.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze supplier market, category and supply risks and develop Total Cost Ownership (TCO) models to find improvement opportunities.
• Manage escalations for the zones/markets together with the team.
• Negotiate contracts that give the most beneficial commercial agreements with suppliers, in line with strategy.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders so that category plans and outcomes are integrated into local budgets and price planning.
• Lead planning and regular contract SLA reviews with suppliers and other partners, together with Supplier Relationship Management experts.
• Identify and implement logistics optimization opportunities at markets.
• Ensure compliance with Nestlé's Corporate Business Principles, policies and standards.

Required profile

• Degree in Procurement, Business Administration, Supply Chain or a related field.
• Confirmed sourcing experience across several spend categories, ideally including the specific category.
• Proven leadership and project management skills, including supply chain projects.
• Experience in logistics services is a plus.
• Fluent in English; other languages are an asset.

Required skills

• Sourcing, negotiation, supplier relationship management and risk management.
• Responsible sourcing and understanding of national and international procurement regulations.
• Stakeholder management and flexibility to work across time zones.

What we offer

• Flexible working options, including hybrid work for office-based roles.
• Paid holidays beyond legal requirements.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Performance-based bonus.
• Healthcare insurance and access to an Employee Assistance Program.
• Employer contribution to the pension plan.
• Generous parental leave and family support.
• Employee discounts.