Strategic Global Procurement Counsel

Nestle SA; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Paid holidays

Learning & development

Performance bonus

Healthcare contribution

Pension plan

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Nestlé Global Procurement is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide practical, commercially minded legal guidance and negotiation support across procurement categories in a global, matrix-driven environment. You will help prevent disputes, uphold Nestlé policies, and drive efficient processes while collaborating with stakeholders across regions, time zones, and cultures.

The role emphasizes in-house experience, strong English fluency, and the ability to manage cross-functional legal projects in a

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified lawyer with post-qualification experience.
• Experience in a matrix organization is advantageous.
• Ability to collaborate across regions and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Provide pragmatic legal advice and contract negotiation support across procurement categories.
• Draft and negotiate supplier contracts, manage legal risks and disputes.
• Promote compliance with Nestlé policies and legal requirements.
• Drive process excellence with standard agreements and efficient workflows.
• Lead cross-functional legal projects across regions and time zones.

Skills

Qualified lawyer

In-house experience

Cross-cultural work

English fluency

Job description

Nestlé Global Procurement is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide practical, commercially minded legal guidance and negotiation support across procurement categories in a global, matrix-driven environment. You will help prevent disputes, uphold Nestlé policies, and drive efficient processes while collaborating with stakeholders across regions, time zones, and cultures.

The role emphasizes in-house experience, strong English fluency, and the ability to manage cross-functional legal projects in a