Procurement Manager Fatty Acids

Unilever is currently hiring for Procurement Manager Fatty Acid (1CX)Location is open for several countries

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. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

Job Purpose

There has never been a more exciting time tobeworking in Procurementwhenyouconsider the sheerscale of what we are seekingto do in doubling the size of the business whilstreducingourenvironmental impact.

As one of the world’sleadingplayers of HPC category, Unilever is one of the largest users of Oleochemicals in FMCG industry.

WithinOleochemicals, Fattyacids are keyworkhorserawmaterialfor HPC primarilyfor Skin Cleansing. Thisrolewillberesponsiblefor Europe, Asia, Africaand NAMETRUB supply of fattyacidsandrelatedby-products/derivatives like glycerine, soap noodlesand esters. Responsibilitiesincludesupplyandfuturefeedstockstrategy, NDPE program management forallfattyacids (includingthoseused in downstream materials), successfulroadmapimplementationto meet NDPE targets, related stakeholder management as well as supplier relationship management andcontract management.

Since Unilever directlyprocuresprimaryfeedstock of surfactantsandfattyacids, it is extremelycriticaltounderstand the value chain andexploiteach step in the chain. The procurementprocessinvolvesgoodunderstanding of the market andresultingstrategy development as well as excellent internal andexternal stakeholder management in the hot topic of UL’s NDPE commitment anditsimplementation, so the role does encompassboth business andprocurementskill sets.

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for delivery of Procurement Key Performance Indicators’ such as Value Improvement Programs, Innovation Delivery, Payment Terms Extension, Cost Target, Gross Margin Improvement, Traceability & Sustainability, and etc. in line with sourcing strategies and compliance management.

• Support Tallow to Veg. transitions for Fatty acids and derivatives in Europe.

• Support security of key materials through the development of contingency plans and alternative materials/suppliers.

• Closely work with suppliers and consuming countries to ensure material availability.

• Responsible for pricing accuracy together with other members of the Regional/Global team

• Responsible for Price Forecast maintenance.

• Support in identifyingBlendflex opportunities, and at times lead regional implementation of global projects involving Oleochemicals.

• Support delivery of cost savings in line with sourcing strategies and compliance management.

• Support Procurement Manager with the tendering process and the subsequent benchmarking and total cost analysis.

• Support complexity reduction programs.

• Continuously improve ways of workinge.g. more efficient ways of handling data, thereby close co-operation with Enterprise support and Capability Teams.

• Support the management and maintenance of supplier relationships.

• Support compliance initiative, e.g. contract management, SQA/RS, specs, and etc.

Candidate Criteria

Experience & Qualification

• Minimum Bachelor fromany major

• 3-5 years of experience in Buying or Procurementpreferably in Chemicals/Palm

• Drive foroperational excellence andexecution as well as strategic thinking andforesight

• Experience in beingaccountablefor Target delivery.

Skill

• Excellent Excel/Presentation skills andAnalytical Skills

• Good Communication Skills andabletowork in fastpaced environment and manage timelines

• Strong stakeholder management skills

• Experience in Finance (Costing & Pricing) is a plus

• Basic understanding of International Trade – Duties, Taxes, and etc.

• Goodunderstanding of suppliersand the externalcompetitive environment in Oleochemicalindustry

Leadership

• You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.

• As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.

• Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors

• PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results.Has an owner’s mindset, using data and insight to make decisions.

• PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves.Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.

• CONSUMER LOVE: Whatever their role, always looks for better ways to serve consumers.Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.

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

• AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.

Additional Information

This position is open for several countries

1.Relocation Clause: not provided

2.Compensation and benefits following local policy