Foods Sourcing Unit Digital Lead

Unilever; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer goods company in the Philippines seeks a strategic Digital Lead to spearhead digital transformation initiatives in the foods sourcing unit. This role focuses on implementing and optimizing digital tools to enhance production efficiency, quality, and sustainability. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in engineering or IT, with over 5 years of experience in manufacturing and proven skills in project management and digital solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food or FMCG.
• At least 2 years in a digital/IT-focused role.
• Proven experience implementing Industry 4.0 or smart manufacturing solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a digital roadmap aligned with operational goals.
• Lead the deployment of digital solutions to streamline manufacturing processes.
• Leverage real-time data and analytics to improve yield and reduce waste.

Skills

Digital transformation

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Information Systems, Data Science

Tools

MES

ERP

SCADA

PLC

Job description

**JOB RESPONSIBILITIES****Safety, Health, and Environment*** Follows all SHE policies and procedures according to existing guidelines* Ensures that his/her work area is free of safety risks and/or hazards* Reports unsafe conditions and unsafe acts accordingly* Completely wears / uses prescribed PPEs* Follows prescribed work procedures and company safety rules / regulations**Quality*** Follows all quality policies and procedures according to existing guidelines* Ensures that his/her work area is free of quality risks and/or hazards* Reports quality behavioral observations accordingly* Adheres to guidelines on personal hygiene**Engineering/Digital*** **Digital Strategy & Execution:** Develop and execute a digital roadmap aligned with operational goals, focusing on automation, data analytics, IoT, and smart manufacturing technologies.* **Process Optimization:** Lead the deployment of digital solutions (e.g., MES, ERP, SCADA, predictive maintenance tools) to streamline end-to-end manufacturing processes.* **Data-Driven Decision Making:** Leverage real-time data and analytics to improve yield, reduce waste, and enable continuous improvement.* **Stakeholder Engagement:** Collaborate closely with Production, Quality Assurance, IT, and Supply Chain teams to identify pain points and co-create digital solutions.* **Change Management:** Drive adoption of digital tools across the plant floor, providing training and support to ensure user engagement and competency.* **Vendor & Technology Management:** Evaluate and manage third-party vendors and platforms to ensure alignment with compliance, security, and scalability requirements.* **Performance Monitoring:** Define KPIs, track ROI, and report progress of digital initiatives to senior leadership.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS REQUIRED*** Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field* 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food or FMCG, with at least 2 years in a digital/IT-focused role.* Proven experience implementing Industry 4.0 or smart manufacturing solutions.* Strong understanding of manufacturing systems (MES, ERP, SCADA, PLCs, etc.).* Exceptional project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.* Strong communication skills and able to work well in a team.* Visionary with self-learning initiative*We highly encourage applicants to exclude information on age, gender, and school/s in view of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Unilever assesses candidates based on skills, performance, experience and leadership.*En tant qu'employeur responsable et inclusif, Unilever est attentif à la diversité et à la mixité de ses équipes. Nos recruteurs sont engagés et veillent à l'application de processus de recrutement non-discriminants.Tous nos postes sont ouverts aux personnes en situation de handicap et Unilever accompagne ses collaborateurs dans la mise en place d'éventuels aménagements de poste et de dispositifs d'accessibilité.**MAIN JOB PURPOSE** Strategic, tech-savvy Digital Lead to spearhead the digital transformation initiatives within the foods sourcing unit. This role will be responsible for identifying, implementing, and optimizing digital tools and systems that enhance production efficiency, quality, compliance, and sustainability.