Job Description

Location: La Tour‑de‑Peilz, Switzerland
Work model: On site / Full time
Contract type / duration: Temporary – 1 year

Be a force for good and accelerate change that improves lives and the planet.

As an Event Manager at Nestlé Business Growth Solutions (BGS), your mission is to drive all steps required to launch new projects or geographical extensions, ensuring they go live on time, first time right, and fully compliant. You will be part of Nestlé’s Business Growth Solutions (BGS) organization, a global operations hub that enables markets and businesses to accelerate speed‑to‑market through efficient trading flows, operational readiness, and end‑to‑end launch execution. You will make a difference by collaborating closely with business managers, supply chain teams, and cross‑functional partners to accelerate speed to market.This is your opportunity to take ownership, grow your expertise, and make a difference at scale.

How you’ll make an impact as an Event Manager

• Driving project execution end‑to‑end to ensure every launch is delivered on time, first time right, and fully compliant.
• Coordinating all required setup activities - including master data, vendor and customer creation, and transportation route configuration - to secure operational readiness.
• Owning and updating project timelines, identifying critical milestones, and proactively highlighting risks that could impact launch success.
• Providing clear conclusions on material write‑offs to support informed commercial decisions and reduce obsolescence.
• Maintaining an accurate and up‑to‑date SKU portfolio from activation through discontinuation in alignment with business needs.
• Leading continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen first‑time‑right order placement and enhance ways of working.

What will make you successful

• Bringing experience in coordinating cross‑functional projects and managing product lifecycle activities from launch to discontinuation.
• Applying strong understanding of master data, supply chain processes, and operational readiness requirements.
• Using analytical thinking to identify root causes, challenge existing processes, and drive improvements that enhance launch performance.
• Collaborating effectively with business managers, supply chain partners, and stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment.
• Communicating fluently in English; additional languages are an advantage.
• Bringing curiosity, empathy, empowerment, wellbeing mindset, learning agility, resourcefulness and performance.

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

We offer a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your growth and wellbeing 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 contribution 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

Nestlé is an inclusive employer and, if needed, we are happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout your journey with us. All information is treated confidentially.

Our workplace is fully barrier free with step free access, elevators to all floors, and accessible restrooms. We also maintain a strong safety culture, supported by modern installations and procedures to ensure a secure environment for everyone.

Our hiring process typically includes application review, a video interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. We review applications on a rolling basis and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early.

Ready to Be a Force for Good?

Apply now and accelerate change that improves lives and the planet.