Procurement Management Development Associate

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Davenport, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

For more than 30 years, our Management Development Associate program has developed our future leaders. As a Management Development Associate, you will embark on a personal and professional development experience a classroom simply can’t offer. As a Procurement Management Development Associate at Nestlé Purina, we will coach you from the start, shaping your career trajectory for continuous learning and growth. Together, we'll explore quality assurance, safety, supply chain, engineering, human resources, production, R&D engineering, information systems, and operations performance to understand how each of these areas collaborate with procurement. You'll also gain insight into material life cycles and will be able to develop and manage sourcing strategies that ensure cost-effective procurement while maintaining quality and compliance with safety standards. It's a full-time position that fast-tracks you to management on the manufacturing side of our business. You are our future leader! Plus, the rotational component of the program provides a change in location which offers fresh perspectives and growth opportunities. With a relocation assistance package, each move will be supported so that you can focus on learning end-to-end processes, building your network, and launching your career.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering or related discipline attained or expected by June 2027
Must be open to relocation to any of our 24 Nestlé Purina manufacturing sites across the U.S. as you progress through the MDA program
You will start your rotation for this Procurement MDA at the Nestlé Purina factory in Davenport, Iowa

Nice To Haves

Prior internship, co-op, practicum or manufacturing experience preferred
Involvement in student organizations and/or other leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

Develop knowledge, awareness, and understanding of the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) and pet care industries, including understanding the consumer and/or pet owner, knowing Purina brands, their competition, and the ability to identify and analyze segment trends.
Partner with other functional groups in developing strategy, material, or supplier needs for the project's outlined Scope of Work.
Consider current and future demand, and work with your team to ensure Business Continuity Plans are in place for key materials.
Experience internal and external procurement operations, including physical material life cycle, end-to-end factory operations, fulfillment, production scheduling, finished goods forecasting process, and interpretation into material needs.
Champion internal and external working relationships that provide exposure to various disciplines, account management, and customer teams.
Complete training in warehouse, transportation, and customer service functions.