Unilever Looking for Assistant Manager – Supply Chain IT at Bengaluru, Karnataka

Unilever; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 10,00,000 - 15,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational company is seeking an Assistant Manager in Supply Chain IT in Bangalore. The role involves understanding supply chain vision, leading innovation delivery, and working on large scale IT projects. Candidates should have over 5 years in Logistics – IT, and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. Join a diverse team for exciting career opportunities in a purpose-led business.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Logistics – IT.
• Experience in large scale IT Projects.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of supply chain vision and business requirements.
• Lead delivery of innovation roadmap for market(s).
• Work with a ‘Glocal’ mindset addressing local requirements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Logistics knowledge

Excellent communication

Creative problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Science

Master’s degree in Management

Tools

Oracle Transportation Management (OTM)

SAP – TM

Track & Trace

IOT – RTMS

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Manager – Supply Chain IT

Location: Bangalore

About Unilever

We are an ambitious organisation and home to over 400 purposeful and global brands. Every day, 2.5 billion people in over 190 countries use our products. We always think about how even the smallest things can make a positive difference to the world. We care – it’s what we’re known for. And it’s why we’re a great place to build a career with purpose. You will work for innovations that grow our business and help improve the planet and our society. You will work with brilliant people who will help you contribute to the world and become a better you.

Our Team

In Supply Chain IT – Innovation is at the heart of our ambition to grow sustainably. And technology is central in supply chain plans to deliver outstanding products and experiences. We are technology powerhouse that innovates and digitally transforms Logistics – Transportation function. We are a truly global team enabling millions of customer orders and shipments across the globe while having a positive impact on the environment and society. Our influence for change is greatest where we have the clearest line of sight throughout the whole supply chain. That’s where we are focusing, and you could be pushing us to find new ways to carry on increasing our efficiency, transparency and allow for a more sustainable delivery of our products. While you will work on latest technologies available in market, you will also acquire outstanding domain & cross functional knowledge by business partnering.

Join us if you want to be part of a diverse and ambitious team shaping the future of Transportation with exciting career opportunities in a global, purpose led business.

Position Responsibilities

Develop a deep understanding of the Unilever supply chain vision and evolving business requirements. Work together with business leaders, regional teams and translate those needs into technology programs

Establish yourself as the first point of contact for all matters relevant to the Transportation – IT agenda for markets teams. Lead the delivery of innovation roadmap for market(s), manage BAU enhancements and application support

Work with a ‘Glocal’ (Global + Local) mindset – while addressing local requirements from market, also help in driving Application convergence within the Function, from Local -> Regional -> Global

Understand and interpret IT strategic architecture, helping ensure all projects and application support follow the principles, guidelines, and standards.

Position Requirements –

We are looking for people with functional knowledge in Logistics and experience of working in large scale IT Projects.

Minimum qualification of bachelor’s degree in engineering/Science or similar degree along with 5+ years of relevant experience in Logistics – IT. Master’s degree in management will be a plus.

Strong stakeholder management skills – will have to work directly with markets across multiple geographies

Excellent communication skills to lead discussions with technical as well as non-technical audiences

Ability to work in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams including external product teams

Ability to lead a team of vendor partners

Creative problem-solving mindset with a bias for practical solutions. A quick learner, not afraid to take the initiative and be proactive to get things done

Main associated technologies – Oracle Transportation Management (OTM), SAP – TM, Track & Trace, IOT – RTMS

Main associated functional areas – Transportation Management, Shipment Planning & Execution, Freight Cost Management