Job Summary**
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Sr Supply Chain Executive to join our dynamic team at Unilever Plc. This role is crucial in optimizing our supply chain operations, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery of products to our global customers.
Job Responsibilities**
* Develop and implement supply chain strategies to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
* Manage end-to-end supply chain processes, including demand planning, procurement, logistics, warehousing, and inventory management.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., manufacturing, marketing, sales) to align supply chain activities with business objectives.
* Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
* Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including supplier disruptions, transportation issues, and inventory obsolescence.
* Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, opportunities for optimization, and areas for improvement.
* Negotiate contracts with suppliers and logistics partners to ensure favorable terms and conditions.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, quality standards, and company policies throughout the supply chain.
* Drive the adoption of new technologies and best practices in supply chain management.
* Prepare and present regular reports on supply chain performance to senior management.
Job Qualifications**
* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
* Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, preferably within the FMCG sector.
* Proven track record of successfully managing complex supply chain operations and achieving measurable results.
* Strong understanding of supply chain principles, methodologies, and best practices (e.g., S&OP, Lean, Six Sigma).
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
* Proficiency in supply chain planning software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JDA) and advanced Excel skills.
* Exceptional leadership and team management abilities, with experience in mentoring and developing staff.
* Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, capable of building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
* Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in supply chain processes.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field
- 7-10 years of progressive experience in supply chain management
- Experience within the FMCG sector
- Experience managing complex supply chain operations and achieving measurable results
- Strong understanding of supply chain principles, methodologies, and best practices, including S&OP, Lean, and Six Sigma
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in supply chain planning software such as SAP, Oracle, or JDA
- Advanced Excel skills
- Leadership and team management experience, including mentoring and staff development
- Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global environment and manage multiple priorities
- Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in supply chain processes
- Master's degree
Unilever Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Unilever and has not been reviewed or approved by Unilever.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and occupational health support alongside a 24/7 employee assistance program. Wellbeing offerings such as health checks, resilience tools, and counseling support the perceived depth of health-related benefits.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) match that reaches up to 5% of base salary, strengthening the overall value of the package. Share and savings options are also referenced as part of longer-term financial support beyond salary.
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Flexible Benefits — Benefits customization is enabled through tools such as a “My Reward” system and a “Benefits Envelope” that allows employees to personalize selections. Flexible working approaches are also associated with improved overall satisfaction, reinforcing perceived choice and adaptability in the total rewards offering.
Unilever Insights
What We Do
Be part of the world’s most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best. Our portfolio ranges from nutritionally balanced foods to indulgent ice creams, affordable soaps, luxurious shampoos and everyday household care products. We produce world-leading brands including Lipton, Knorr, Dove, Axe, Hellmann’s and Omo, alongside trusted local names and innovative-forward thinking brands like Ben & Jerry’s, The Dollar Shave Club and Dermalogica. Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you’ll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you’ll channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we’ll work to help you become a better you.
