Manager Co-Manufacturing (Remote)

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

About the role

Identify and maintain sourcing for new and existing contract manufactured Food and Dietary Supplement labeled products. Assure timely delivery of finished products, which meet required specifications, cost targets, and volume requirements. Develop and maintain business relationships with Contract Manufacturers responsible for manufacturing NHS Finished Goods. Act as a liaison and single point of contact between Contract Manufacturers and the functional departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refresh the operating strategy for specified domestic contract operations for the assigned manufacturing format, including detailed analysis of each external manufacturer and maintenance of the contract operations sourcing pipeline for new and existing products.
• Work closely with other Contract Ops Account Managers and internal customers such as R&D, QA, Supply Chain Operations, and Operations Business teams to determine manufacturing capabilities needed externally.
• Identify outside manufacturers capable of producing required products consistent with established quality, regulatory requirements, and cost parameters.
• Negotiate contracts that provide the overall best value to the company and establish key performance indicators for each external manufacturer to drive continuous improvement and reduction in total delivered cost.
• Develop and maintain communication links between the external manufacturer and key internal interfaces.
• Create and operate from detailed project plans to ensure timelines for launches and/or customer shipments are met.
• Identify and share best practices across the internal and external supply chain network to improve product quality and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with Nestlé standards for contract manufacturers through frequent touch points and visits.
• Contribute to the Make or Buy analysis with inputs from respective functional areas.
• Conduct Annual Business Reviews with applicable Contract Manufacturing locations.
• Participate in annual Quality Audits at each applicable Contract Manufacturing location.
• Support the Procurement team in ensuring supply continuity.

Requirements

• University graduate in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years of food or dietary supplement manufacturing experience in supply chain, plant operations, purchasing, engineering, or sourcing/contract manufacturing.
• Ability to work with customers at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally.
• 25% travel required.

Skills

• Ability to apply knowledge of multidisciplinary business principles and practices to achieve successful outcomes in cross-functional projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines.
• Experience developing, implementing, and sustaining processes.
• Capable of holding Contract Food Manufacturers accountable for meeting production supply requirements while adhering to cost expectations.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and reconciliation abilities.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing cost drivers, ability to analyze and infer data, and capable of interpreting contract language.
• Excellent relationship management skills with both external and internal constituents.
• Operates independently and leads activities with minimal direction.
• Experience interpreting and implementing technical changes (e.g., process, equipment) in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to translate Nestlé requirements into Contract Food Manufacturer's terms and systems.
• Strong ability to influence internal and external partners to elevate performance against goals.
• Demonstrated ability to identify issues and develop comprehensive action plans for resolution.
• Working knowledge of FDA requirements for food.

Pay

The approximate pay range for this position is $130,000.00 to $160,000.00. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Performance-based incentives.
• 401k with company match.
• Healthcare coverage.
• A broad range of other benefits supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.