Strategic Network Planning Lead

Strategic Network Planning Lead

Position Summary : The Strategic Network Planning Lead is responsible for shaping long-term supply network strategies and driving optimization across categories and factories. This role consolidates category requirements, leads scenario planning and ensures alignment with Zone, SBU and Market teams. It is a high-impact position focused on enhancing efficiency, agility and strategic coherence within the supply network.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage long-term supply and capacity plans across categories and factories.
• Conduct scenario and network optimization planning to ensure efficient production and distribution alignment.
• Lead factory planning and capability mapping, integrating business growth and innovation pipelines.
• Collaborate closely with Category Managers, PSCs, SBUs, and Zone teams for strategic supply alignment.
• Manage market requirements consolidation and master data sign-offs.
• Provide insights and strategic recommendations on manufacturing network optimization and long-term investments.
• Support continuous improvement through data-driven decision-making and advanced planning analytics.
• Act as a category expert—developing deep understanding of coffee manufacturing and supply dynamics.

Qualifications & Experience

We are Nestlé, the largest food and beverage company. We are 308,000 employees, strong driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our values are rooted in respect : respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity and respect for our future. With more than CHF 91.4 billion sales in 2018, we have an expansive presence with 413 factories in more than 85 countries. We believe our people are our most important asset, so we'll offer you a dynamic inclusive international working environment with many opportunities across different businesses, functions and geographies, working with diverse teams and cultures. Want to learn more? Visit us at www.nestle.com.