Procurement Business Partner Specialist - Direct Materials

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•St. Louis, MO

1d•$63,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

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 Procurement Business Partner Specialist – Direct Materials, you’ll lead procurement for your consumer business unit and serve as the key liaison between Marketing, Supply Planning, and Category teams. You’ll translate business strategies, demand changes, and innovation priorities into actionable insights—ensuring material readiness, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity. This role plays a critical part in driving business results through Innovation & Renovation (I&R) initiatives, enabling the successful launch of new products while maintaining a resilient and efficient supply network.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in business, Supply Chain, or related field
2+ years’ project management, purchasing, procurement, logistics or related experience

Nice To Haves

Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build trust and influence across functions
Ability to translate complex business needs into clear, actionable plans
Comfort operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting priorities
Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail
Analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize data into insights and recommendations
Proactive, ownership-driven approach with a focus on delivering results

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary Procurement point of contact for your assigned brands/business unit, building strong cross-functional partnerships with Marketing, Supply Planning, and Finance.
Translate business strategies, brand priorities, and demand changes into actionable procurement insights.
Provide recommendations and influence decision-making by communicating trade-offs across cost, supply risk, and speed-to-market.
Act as a core project team member on innovation and renovation initiatives, ensuring procurement engagement early in the process.