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Procurement Manager Asstistant - Logistics

Inseriert am: 02.05.2019
Procurement Manager Asstistant - Logistics  (

Stellenangebotsnummer:

 190004Y6) 

Ort

 : Switzerland-Schaffhausen-Schaffhausen-Schaffhausen 

Tätigkeitsbereich

 : Supply Chain 

Datum der Veröffentlichung

 : 02.05.2019 

Enddatum

 : 01.06.2019 

Beschäftigungsverhältnis

 : Feste Anstellung 

Schicht

 : Tagarbeit 

Beschäftigungsart

 : Vollzeit 

Beschreibung

 :  

Unilever is one of the world’s leading suppliers of fast-moving consumer goods with strong operations in more than 100 countries and sales in 190. With products that are used over two billion times a day around the world, we work to create a better future every day and help people feel good, look good and get more out of life with brands and services that are good for them and good for others. Dedicated to serving consumers and the communities where we live, work and play, Unilever employs more than 168,000 people worldwide.


 


For our location in Schaffhausen we're looking for a:


Procurement Manager Asstistant - Logistics

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 do in doubling the size of the business whilst reducing our environmental impact. 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. Inevitably, given the consistent and high quality of our delivery over the past few years, we will be asked to continue this rate of performance and indeed go over and above this standard to ensure the value provided is further enhanced across the scope of our remit. As well as ensuring that we are best in class in delivering the basics, we also have to look to the future and continuously evolve to meet the needs of our changing environment - reinventing ourselves for sustained competitive advantage. And of course, we are only half of the picture. Our suppliers are at the heart of everything we do. We need to work more closely than ever with suppliers to co-create sustainable practices and bigger and better innovations. This places great demands on the skills and expertise of all of us as Procurement professionals. 


A successful procurement professional is expected to be:

  • Outstanding in idea generation, ideas that are forward thinking and that contribute to creating sustained competitive advantage. 

  • Strong at selling ideas to his/her business partners, internally and externally, translating these into effective proposals conveying value and communicating it accordingly. 

  • Appreciative of the value and impact of outstanding execution – an eagle eye for detail.

  • Act as an entrepreneur, treats business as his/her own, sets trends and is willing to lead, follow or get out of the way. 

  • Behave as a Partner to Win ambassador and demonstrate the value Procurement adds to the business. 

  • Genuinely committed to Unilever’s sustainably future fit business model, connected with Unilever and the business agenda

  • Additional responsibility will be added, especially in area of transformation and innovation in logistics space. 


Main tasks:  

  • To be responsible for sourcing of equipment, services, spare parts and operating supplies from both local and overseas suppliers for Unilever factories and 3PM warehouse globally.

  • Act as first point of contact for the business for issues/questions relating to Logistics equipment or service

  • Work with local CAPEX team to analyze and collate information regarding current requirements and future needs.

  • Efficient, timely and transparent communication to internal customers and suppliers

  • Work within defined Procurement procedures and adhere to the Code of Business Principles at all times

  • Work in an effective, cohesive team environment (Ability to understand all areas of Procurement)

  • Lead and drive key logistics innovations, like electric trucks, etc. 

  • Supplier Relationship Management

  • Flexibility to travel.




Experience Required: 

  • Preferably, some prior supply chain and/or procurement experience 

  • 4 years Bachelor or equivalent college degree

  • Advanced computer skills 

  • Good English skills 

  • People management skills 

  • Stakeholders Management in different part of world

  • Thinker, challenger; somebody who would not accept status quo


What we offer:

  • Agile work (e. g. flextime, home office)

  • Wide range of training opportunities and development prospects

  • Attractive remuneration and additional financial benefits

  • Centrally located in Schaffhausen (2 min from the main train station) in a very diverse and international environment

  • Global role within a fast paced, multinational company

Should you require any additional information please contact Talent Advisor Switzerland, Tsering: HR.DACH@unilever.com


We very much look forward to your online application!


*Applications via Email will not be taken into account.

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