Junior Procurement Controller

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Work model: Hybrid / Full time

Contract type / duration: Permanent

Be a force for good and feel trusted to make decisions that matter.

As a Junior Procurement Controller at Nestlé Global Procurement, your mission is to support Nestrade Procurement through accurate and timely controlling for direct material categories, delivering forecasting, financial analysis, transfer pricing and reporting insights that enable fact-based decisions, cost competitiveness, compliance and sustainable value creation. We operate on a truly global scale, bringing together over 40 nationalities across three dynamic hubs in Switzerland, Panama, and Malaysia. This is your chance to drive innovation, sustainability, and impact at scale, ensuring value creation through responsibly sourced supply across diverse categories.

How you’ll make an impact as a Junior Procurement Controller

• Prepare monthly price forecasts, analyze cost variances (PPV) and provide insights to Procurement stakeholders.


• Maintain Procurement and Finance tools, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, compliance, and timely updates.


• Calculate transfer prices, reconcile with COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) and recommend corrective actions in case of deviations.


• Review and validate category claims and savings realization in line with company guidelines.


• Drive Working Capital improvements through cash efficiency analysis and payment terms optimization.


• Contribute to forecasting cycles and continuous improvement through process simplification, automation and enhanced reporting.

What will make you successful

• Degree in Finance or Business Administration.


• First proven experience in Controlling in Procurement/ Supply Chain/ Manufacturing, or Decision Support, Costing or Audit.


• Strong knowledge of MS Office applications, in particular Excel.  Knowledge of SAP is an asset.


• Demonstrate flexibility, attention to details and a strong process-oriented approach.


• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders through strong communication and organizational skills.


• Fluency in English, any other language as asset.

At Nestlé Global Procurement, we place people at the heart of everything we do.

Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life:

• Flexible working options, including hybrid work possibilities (for office-based roles)


• Paid holidays beyond legal requirements


• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career


• Performance based bonus


• Healthcare and access to the Employee Assistance Program


• Strong employer contribution to your pension plan


• Generous parental leave and comprehensive family support solutions


• Attractive employee discounts across various products and services

What to expect from our hiring process

We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodation, if needed.  Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

The hiring process typically includes a video interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially.

Stay vigilant: Nestlé will only contact candidates via official company email addresses and will never ask for payments or sensitive personal information at any stage of the hiring process.

Ready to Be a Force for Good?

Apply now and feel trusted to make decisions that matter.

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