Strategic Buyer – Field Activations

About the role

As a Strategic Buyer – Field Activations within Nestlé Global Procurement, you will translate category strategies into measurable business impact. Working from our Panama hub in a hybrid model, you will collaborate with procurement managers, marketing leaders and suppliers to drive innovation, sustainability and value creation across diverse spend categories.

Key responsibilities

• Manage end‑to‑end RFx processes aligned with procurement strategy and business objectives.
• Contribute to global sourcing strategy and implement communication and supplier‑management plans.
• Prepare and lead negotiation events to secure total cost of ownership (TCO) contracts and beneficial commercial agreements.
• Maintain relationships with internal stakeholders to integrate category plans and achieve results.
• Identify opportunities, lead projects and ensure alignment with strategic goals.

Required profile

• Proven success in a strategic procurement function, preferably within marketing or corporate services.
• Strong communication and stakeholder‑management abilities with influence across functions.
• Analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Curiosity, learning agility and comfort navigating change and ambiguity.
• Fluency in English and Spanish.

Required skills

• None explicitly listed.

What we offer

• Flexible hybrid working options.
• Paid holidays beyond legal requirements.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Performance‑based bonus.
• Healthcare contribution.
• Strong employer pension contribution.
• Generous parental leave and family support.
• Employee discounts on a wide range of products and services.