Location: La Tour-de-Peilz, Switzerland
Contract type / duration: Temporary – 12 months
Target start date: October 2026
Be a force for good and take your NeStep with Nestlé
NeStep is a unique 12-month immersive experience at Nestlé in Switzerland for fresh graduates who want to learn fast, grow with purpose and make an impact. From day one, you spend at least half of your time owning one meaningful project, combined with structured learning and continuous mentoring.
As a NeStep Talent in HR & Business Processes at Nestlé’s Global Procurement Organisation, your mission is to support the delivery and continuous improvement of people and business initiatives that enhance employee experience, engagement, and operational effectiveness. You will collaborate closely with HR professionals, business leaders, and stakeholders across functions and regions, contributing to projects, process improvements, and data-driven insights while gaining hands-on experience in a diverse international environment.
We operate on a truly global scale, bringing together over 40 nationalities across three dynamic hubs in Switzerland, Panama, and Malaysia. This is your chance to drive innovation, sustainability, and impact at scale, ensuring value creation through responsibly sourced supply across diverse categories.
How you’ll make an impact as a NeStep Talent in HR & Business Operations
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Support employee engagement and community-building initiatives that help strengthen the employee experience across the Swiss Hub and wider Nestrade organization
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Contribute to key employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, organizational changes, employee movements, and departures, ensuring a smooth and positive experience for employees
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Collaborate on HR and business projects by coordinating stakeholders, monitoring progress, and supporting the successful delivery of initiatives
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Prepare and analyse people-related data and performance indicators to generate insights and support informed decision-making
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Identify opportunities to simplify processes and improve ways of working through continuous improvement, digital tools, and innovative solutions
What will make you successful
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Recent Bachelor or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Organizational Psychology, or a related field
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Strong interest in HR, employee experience, project coordination, and business operations
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Ability to analyse information, identify trends, and translate insights into recommendations
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Strong communication and stakeholder management skills in an international environment
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Proactive, curious, and resourceful, with the ability to work independently and seek solutions
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Proven digital agility and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially PowerPoint and Excel; familiarity with AI tools is a plus
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Perfect fluency in English (oral & written)
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Bringing curiosity, empathy, and ambition
Eligibility criteria
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Being a recent graduate from a Swiss higher education institution (bachelor's or master's degree completed within last 12 months).
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Swiss nationals, EU/EFTA nationals, or C permit holders only.
At Nestlé, we place people at the heart of everything we do
Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life:
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Flexible working options, including hybrid work possibilities (for office-based roles)
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Learning and development opportunities, including mentoring and coaching
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Paid holidays beyond legal requirements
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Healthcare contribution and access to the Employee Assistance Program
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Attractive employee discounts across various products and services
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Potential reward for outstanding contribution
What to expect from our hiring process
We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.
The hiring process typically includes an interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially.
Stay vigilant: Nestlé will only contact candidates via official company email addresses and will never ask for payments or sensitive personal information at any stage of the hiring process.
Ready to learn, grow and be a force for good?
Apply now and take your NeStep with Nestlé.
