Looking for Your Dream Job? Join Our Ice Cream Team! Unilever is currently hiring for Ice Cream Strategic Logistics Manager Function: Ice Cream Strategic Logistics Manager
Reports to: IC SC Strategy Manager
Scope: Ice Cream Brazil & Ecuador
Location: Valinhos, Brazil
If you are in the Unilever Ice Cream business or are considering working for the Unilever Ice Cream business, you will work for the global, leading Ice Cream player with €8bn Turn Over in 2023. The Ice Cream business is operating in a highly attractive category, as we are part of the 1 trillion snacking and refreshment industry, growing consistently at high pace. We have strong brands equities: 5 of the top 10 selling brands including Wall's, Magnum, Ben & Jerry's. We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of Ice Cream as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen by November 2025.
JOB PURPOSE Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. If you are an analytic person looking for new ways of transforming the business, then this role is just for you!
WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE Lead the transformation of Brazil and Ecuador's Ice Cream logistics network. The strategic logistics manager is responsible for analyzing current logistics operations, identifying areas for improvement, and developing strategic plans to optimize the network and support business growth with new service models.Conduct thorough analysis of current logistics operations, including transportation modes, warehouse locations, and inventory levels.Identify inefficiencies and opportunities for cost savings within the logistics network.Develop strategic plans to optimize the logistics network, including recommendations for transportation modal, warehouse consolidations, and inventory optimization.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement strategic plans.Manage projects related to network transformation, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.Analyze data to measure the effectiveness of strategic plans and identify areas for further improvement.Communicate strategic plans and progress to senior leadership and other stakeholders.WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED Experiences & Qualifications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Business, Logistics, Engineering or Supply Chain.Experience in supply chain logistics, planning, manufacturing, engineering, and/or operations research.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and project management skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.Proficiency in data analysis tools, such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI.Understanding of finance principles to enable view on business impact and trade-offs.Advanced English is mandatory. Spanish Required.ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE? Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
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