Logistics Procurement Assistant Manager- EU

Scope: Fulltime,  Logistics Europe, Carrier Management & Other Logistics Projects

Location: Barcelona, Spain / Katowice, Poland

Terms & Conditions:

If you are in the Unilever Ice Cream business or consider choosing to work for the Unilever Ice Cream business, you will work for the Global, leading Ice Cream player with €7.9bn Turn Over in 2023. The Ice Cream business is operating in a highly attractive category, as we are part of the 1 trillion snacking and refreshment industry, growing consistently at high pace. We have strong brands equities: 5 of top 10 selling brands including Wall’s, Magnum, Ben &Jerry’s. We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of Ice Cream as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen by November 2025.

Ice Cream has distinct characteristics from Unilever’s other operating businesses and the growth potential of Ice Cream will be better delivered under a different ownership structure. As Ice Cream company we are committed to developing and nurturing talent within our Ice Cream company. You will have ample options for career growth and exploration, allowing you for you to explore roles and opportunities across the new organization. Your career development will be a priority for us, and we are dedicated to supporting your growth journey within the new company. We hope that you will want to build the new chapter of our Ice Cream history together with us.

Unilever Ice Cream is the largest global Ice Cream Company in the world, with over 100 years of experience delivering a diverse range of indulgent, yet responsible, craft food experiences and treats delighting consumers. Committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability we have 35 brands, including 3 one billion Euro brands (Magnum, Wall’s, Ben & Jerry’s), a strong presence in over 60 countries, generating annual revenue of over $8 billion.

All brands are driven to transform moments into memories through indulgent yet responsibly made and marketed products. We have a well-developed strategy to deliver growth and value creation which is clear on where to play and how to win.

We turn the ordinary into the extraordinary by designing unique and innovative Ice Cream experiences that make life taste better, creating joyful experiences. In our Ice Cream business, we’re crafting the future through innovation and imaginative minds, creating unique products. We spark moments of happiness for people and within the communities where we operate. However, it is not as simple as it may seem. As Ice Cream makers we are serious about happiness. With warm hearts, we create the coolest products.

JOB PURPOSE

If you are dedicated to implementing Procurement Strategies in various areas like Competitive Buying, Sustainable Sourcing, and building partnerships for Logistics Procurement across Europe, this role is perfect for you.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage relationships, negotiations, and allocations with suppliers for Warehousing & Transportation (Accountable for relationships with several suppliers, focusing on responsible sourcing, quality, performance management, continuous improvement, resilience, segmentation, contractual models, strategies, and 3PL negotiations)

• Support Europe’s competitive buying initiatives.

• Assist in the annual tender process for the European cluster, including mini tenders (palletized and bulk).

• Aid in the procurement contracting process and contract management for designated portfolios.

• Contribute to sustainability projects and initiatives (alternative fuels, energy-efficient operations).

• Implement and execute Procurement Strategy.

• Ensure Procurement compliance and advancement of the digital agenda.

• Serve as a center of excellence by providing subject-matter expertise across various European Logistics sub-portfolios and fostering value creation opportunities.

• Support the establishment and promotion of a Community of Logistics Procurement practice.

• Analyze data for trends, patterns, anomalies, and insights beneficial to business.

• Lead cross-regional projects or activities as directed by the line manager.

• Business partner the stakeholders in Supply Chain & factories to ensure successful delivery of required services to support the business.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

SKILLS & LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORS REQUIRED:

• Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors

• PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Has emotional intelligence to take feedback, manage mood and motivations, and build empathy for others. Takes ownership of their portfolio

• PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Generates intensity and focus to motivate people to deliver results at speed. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results.

• PURPOSE & SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.

• BUSINESS ACUMEN: Creates sustainable growth with purpose, engaging different partners across the system for change.

EXPERIENCES & QUALIFICATIONS:   

• A bachelor’s degree is required at minimum.

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in Procurement or Logistics is essential, with a preference for 5 years. Preferred experience within Unilever, the FMCG industry, or a large, complex organization with significant portfolio and market knowledge.

• Successful track record in Strategy and Capability Development and Implementation.

• Proficiency in Supply Market Intelligence, Analysis, Competitiveness, and identifying value opportunities.

• Self-motivated with the capability to work independently.

• Experience collaborating within cross-functional teams in a matrix environment, both in-person and virtually.

SKILLS:

• Exceptional negotiation abilities,

• Advanced interpersonal and communication competence including stakeholder management,

• Proficiency in both spoken and written English,

• Outstanding analytical capabilities,

• Proficient operational skills with computer applications (MS Office) and advanced expertise in MS Excel,

• Financial knowledge to offer insights on inflation effects,

• Expertise in sustainable sourcing,

• Strong business and commercial insight,

• Problem-solving aptitude, particularly for independently addressing complex issues in uncertain environments under dynamic conditions and time constraints,

• Data-driven decision making,

• Cost modelling and change management.

Disclaimer

Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against based on disability. 

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.