Logistics Procurement Assistant Manager (Temporary Role)

JOB PURPOSE

This role exists to drive the Procurement Strategy supporting the ambient network transformation programme. Delivering cost, cash, sustainability through supplier selection, tendering, partnership and contracting.

You’ll be part of a team that believes in doing work that matters — for people and the planet.

Because here, we don’t just hire for jobs. We invite you to be part of something bigger.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

This role will report to Procurement Project Manager. You are expected to deliver the Ambient Network Transformation through World Class service, Competitive Cost and Sustainable sourcing by:

• Sourcing Strategy development, Negotiation preparation and execution, Contracting through Logistics Sourcing Excellence, Gold Standard Contracting and tender strategies in line with the 7 sourcing steps,

• Develop & support delivery of the Procurement Strategy for the ambient network transformation,

• Subject-matter-expertise in logistics and derives value creation opportunities based on a deep Logistics expertise of market conditions and future market trends, Macro/micro economic impacts, Supplier pools, Competitor and Industry Insights, as well as benchmarking and cost modelling,

• Multi- region strategic partnership program & roadmap leveraging the power of one to unlock value for all parties across multiple geographies & years,

• Business case development and enrichment,

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Procurement or Supply Chain roles either in Unilever / FMCG industry or within the logistics sector,

• Logistics Procurement knowledge,

• Master degree

• Strong negotiation skills (commercial and contractual),

• High proficiency in MS Excel

• Fluent English

• Familiarity with 3PL activity-based cost modelling and contracting strategies, planning and digital,

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in land transformation projects

• Experience in conducting long negotiations

• Ability and drive to work independently and influence diverse teams, across different countries

At Unilever, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive/succeed. All applicants will receive fair and respectful consideration, and we actively support the growth and development of every employee.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Hybrid work and flexibility

• Opportunities for the development and improvement of qualifications

• Sharing the cost of professional training & courses

• Benefits: life insurance, private medical care, pension fund, sharing the cost of sports activities, Benefits System – Cafeteria and many others

• Extra days off to take care of yourself and others

• Unilever store - Our products at attractive prices

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.