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Note: Deadline for applying is 23.59 the day before the Job Posting End Date.
UNILEVER IS LOOKING FOR A GLOBAL PROCUREMENT COMMODITIES MANAGER – COCOA & CHOCOLATE
Location: Weena, Rotterdam – the Netherlands
Full-time
Local conditions apply
ABOUT UNILEVER
With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance.
BUSINESS CONTEXT
There has never been a more exciting time to be working in Procurement when you consider the sheer scale of what we are seeking to grow the business whilst doing more good for our planet and our society. As Unilever Procurement adapts to the ever-dynamic business environment, we will need to be agile in order to continue our track record of delivery in contributing to the top and bottom line.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Professional sourcing of products/services meeting the specified needs of the Business at most competitive commercial terms and according to Unilever sustainable standards.
WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSABILITIES BE?
- Executive Procurement of Soft Commodities (1 billion € spend) – Global Chocolate & Cocoa, and EU Sugar: Decides what to buy, where to buy, how to buy, when to buy.
- Structure and Manage key partnerships within Global Chocolate & Cocoa, and EU Sugar, to deliver against value, purpose and future-fit goals.
- Develop and implement strategies for procurement of the respective portfolios and assess, identify and select the appropriate supplier base that would meet the needs of the business.
- Work closely with S&I and collect, monitor and manage market information, provide analysis and price forecasts.
- Work closely with CRM to evaluate and recommend appropriate risk management strategies.
- Support the business with accurate price forecasting.
- Identify metrics, tools and process to optimize sourcing, supplier activities and efficiencies.
- Work closely with the Ice Cream Business to support the launch of innovations and new product development.
- Work closely with Ice Cream Business and suppliers to drive key initiatives such as Sustainable Sourcing.
- Initiate and drive complexity reduction.
- Work with IC R&D teams to drive initiatives on supplier approvals / savings reformulations.
- Deliver cost savings based on sourcing strategies and compliance management.
- Deliver the Operation Cash Flow and Working Capital plans for the specific materials/services and suppliers.
- Support and manage supply chain issues.
- Measure and manage overall performance of suppliers.
- Continuously improve ways of working and optimize procurement activities.
- Develop, coach and mentor resources within a high performing and motivated team.
- Support collaboration with senior functional leaders to establish short- and long-term business objectives.
- Lead strategic initiatives across Ice Cream Procurement Team.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives and represent Unilever’s interests in the management of external strategic relationships.
- In the context of Partner with Purpose, to identify, develop and manage strategic business relationships.
A successful Procurement Manager is expected to be:
- Outstanding in idea generation.
- Strong at selling ideas to his/her business partners.
- Appreciative of the value and impact of outstanding execution.
- Act as an entrepreneur.
- Behave as a Partner with Purpose ambassador.
- Genuinely committed to Unilever’s sustainably lead business model.
- Talent mastery, which includes: spotting, fostering, encouraging and retaining talent.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- University degree.
- At least 10 years’ experience in Procurement.
- Experience on large-scale change management projects.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Develop materials supply strategy.
- Determine strategic sourcing strategy.
- Supplier risk management.
- Conduct supplier negotiations.
- Engage suppliers through competitive bidding and tendering.
- Supplier integration and supplier relationship management.
- Identifying value creating and innovation opportunities.
- Managing Sustainability in Supply Chains.
WHAT DOES UNILEVER OFFER?
Unilever is the place where you can be yourself and bring your purpose to life with the work that you do. We offer an exciting & dynamic work environment where you can make things happen. Furthermore, we offer some great reward and benefits!
- Attractive total remuneration package.
- Flexible cross-disciplinary career opportunities.
- Plenty of company-paid holidays.
- We encourage an inclusive culture.
- Under the Hybrid Working principles, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 40% in the office.
- Informal culture and being the first one trying our new products.
- My Fitness Plan.
- Home work allowance.
- Company laptop and mobile phone.
- Green Mobility Policy.
EXCITED?
Join Unilever and our team! To apply, you must do so online. Please do not forget to upload your CV and a motivation letter.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, parenthood, pregnancy or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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