Regional Procurement Manager - Flexible and Paper - Based Packaging

• Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia  


• Company: Nestrade Procurement Division


• Type of contract: Full time, permanent 

This recruitment will be entirely driven by the fit between the individual competencies and the requirements of the job. Each candidate whose skills match best the requirements of the role will be considered.

What we offer at Nestle

• Exciting opportunities to develop your career your way; across different categories, regions and businesses.


• Flexible working arrangements - facilitating creativity and collaboration.


• A culture of respect, with diversity, equity and inclusion at its core.


• A dynamic international environment empowering you to learn, develop and grow.


• Join us in shaping a sustainable future, driving innovation in food and beverage packaging .

Position summary 

An opportunity currently exists for an experienced Procurement Manager to join our Flexible and Paper-Based Packaging Category team. Based in Kuala Lumpur and reporting to the Category Lead – Flexible and Paper Based Packaging, you will join a passionate, collaborative and results focused team, utilizing best in class sourcing processes and tools to achieve business goals.

In this high-impact, strategic role you will be empowered to define and implement category strategies for packaging materials used by Nestle businesses across market in Zone Africa, Oceania and Asia. You will be a subject matter expert for flexible and paper-based packaging, providing guidance and market intelligence to cross-functional teams across the globe.

Global Procurement at Nestlé

As a strategic partner to our businesses, we drive sustainable growth and unlock long-term value. With over 40 different nationalities based across our three dynamic hubs in Switzerland, Panama, and Malaysia, we operate on a truly global scale. With a strong focus on innovation and deep commitment to sustainability, we’re shaping the future of procurement. Our diverse teams lead with purpose, ensuring value creation through responsibly sourced supply across a broad range of direct and indirect categories. Join us and Be a Force for Good

A Day in the Life of a Regional Procurement Manager – Flexible and Paper Based Packaging

• Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and market intelligence to cross-functional teams.


• Create and implement category strategies for the flexible packaging category (paper and carboard), including market analysis, supplier benchmarking, and risk assessments to ensure cost optimization and service continuity. 


• Develop Total Cost Ownership (TCO) models to identify improvement opportunities on a regional and global level.


• Negotiate global contracts, manage strategic supplier relationships, and lead initiatives to enhance commercial excellence and operational resilience.


• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders and assure synergies across various Nestle operations to achieve company targets.


• Contribute to the achievement of Nestlé’s global Sustainability Commitments and help to drive sustainability in packaging. 

What will make you successful

• Proven track record in strategic procurement and category management for packaging materials in a multi-national environment. Specific experience in flexibles, paper and corrugate procurement categories is advantageous.

• Solid experience in strategic sourcing and supplier management on a global or regional scale. Demonstrated success in risk management and responsible sourcing.


• Excellent communication and negotiation skills - with the ability to influence, network and collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholders across a complex, global organization.


• Fluency in English (written and verbal) is critical to your success. Multi-lingual abilities will be highly regarded.

Don’t miss the opportunity to join us! Apply Now!

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia