Logistics Assistant Procurement Manager

JOB PURPOSE

This role exists to co-ordinate procurement activities in a cluster covering warehousing, repacking and secondary transport portfolios. To lead regional projects & tenders, lead cross-regional supplier agenda in warehousing, repacking and secondary transportation agenda. The role will involve complex research, analysis and interpretation, including ability to make recommendation for business decisions or making decisions in their specific area of work.

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

• Manage relationships with a portfolio of suppliers.

• Implement and execute the Procurement Strategy.

• Ensure Procurement compliance and drive the digital agenda.

• Lead the procurement contracting process and manage contracts for assigned portfolios.

• Create and maintain a centralized portfolio knowledge database.

• Lead regional tender initiatives within the cluster.

• Drive cross-regional projects and activities as assigned by the manager.

• Lead cost optimization projects in transport, warehousing, and repacking (efficiencies, benchmarking).

• Lead sustainability initiatives and projects (e.g., alternative fuel, energy-efficient operations).

• Support supplier business allocation and assist the Procurement Manager in high-value negotiations.

• Act as regional portfolio lead, overseeing responsible sourcing, quality, performance management, continuous improvement, resilience, segmentation, contractual models, and 3PL negotiations and strategy.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in Procurement, Transportation or Logistics

• Fluency in spoken and written English

• Strong analytical skills with high proficiency in MS Excel

• Negotiation skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• SAP knowledge

• Tendering platforms knowledge

• Ability to work under time pressure

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

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