supply chain project manager

Kraft Heinz

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description
</h2>The Kraft Heinz Company is looking for a Supply Chain Project Manager within the EAST/WEEM Supply Chain and the MEA team. You'll be working in a high-performing team, alongside peers who are always striving to reach the next level. You'll be reporting to the Head of SCD - EAST. Get ready for significant exposure to internal senior stakeholders. The delivery of MEA region innovation, ESG, VE, and other projects will be your primary responsibility. You will be constantly seeking improvement activities within the Middle East and Africa.
Key Responsibilities
<ul><li>Lead and deliver high and medium complexity projects end-to-end. Projects include new product launches, CAPEX investments, cost savings initiatives and supply chain changes. By delivering innovation projects, you contribute heavily to the Kraft Heinz NSV and EBIT overall.
</li><li>Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Head of SCD, peers, BUs, and senior leadership, external manufacturers to gather input, secure buy-in, and drive alignment on project priorities and objectives. Be considered as an important sparring partners for other cross-functional members, including the Head of Marketing.
</li><li>Be the voice of Supply Chain Development in MEA related topics and ensure all your projects are feasible from an efficient supply chain execution perspective.
</li><li>Identify opportunities to bring in other SC experts, such as those specializing in demand forecasting, supply management, or engineering, to provide additional support and expertise as needed.
</li><li>Bring together SC, operations and manufacturing stakeholders to facilitate knowledge sharing, collaboration, and support for implementing best practices and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain.
</li><li>Support in training the organization in project management by sharing knowledge with (junior) team members and colleagues outside the function. This includes mentoring, training, creating resources, and promoting best practices to enhance project management skills across the organization.
</li></ul>Qualifications
<ul><li>Bachelor's or master's degree
</li><li>6-7 years of experience in FMCG, preferably in Supply Chain
</li><li>Cross functional experience (not mandatory, but preferred)
</li><li>Analytical and strong logical reasoning skills
</li><li>Strong communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
</li><li>Good business acumen
</li><li>Expert in Excel and PowerPoint
</li><li>Ability to Simplify
</li><li>Analytical skills
</li><li>Fluent in English
</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Location(s)
</h2>El Tagamoa El Khames Commercial Office 
 
 
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer &ndash; Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes .</div>

Supply Chain Project Manager - MEA

<div>Supply Chain Program Manager at HP
Role Overview: The Supply Chain Program Manager (SCPM) is responsible for leading cross-functional teams to address complex business issues using their supply chain expertise. This role involves managing New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, developing schedules, budgets, and resource plans, tracking progress, and mentoring less-experienced staff. The SCPM also identifies risks, creates mitigation plans, and reports to executive management.
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Represent the supply chain function during New Product Introduction (NPI) within the product development core team.</li><li>
Manage end-to-end supply chain activities throughout various product development and factory enablement phases, ensuring deliverables meet product launch dates.</li><li>
Coordinate with supply chain extended teams, ODM (Original Design Manufacturing) and CM (Contract Manufacturing) partners for predictable launches.</li><li>
Lead cross-functional teams to execute program deliverables, meeting customer and business requirements.</li><li>
Develop and execute plans for timely product and program introductions, while identifying and mitigating risks.</li></ul>
Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, or equivalent.</li><li>
PMP/PMI certification preferred.</li><li>
6-10 years of experience in supply chain management.</li><li>
Proficiency in project and program planning tools and software.</li><li>
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and business acumen skills.</li><li>
Proven experience in managing programs, communicating with stakeholders, and directing matrixed teams.</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills; fluency in English and local language.</li><li>
Ability to communicate program plans, proposals, and results effectively at senior management levels.</li><li>
Exceptional team and project management skills.</li><li>
Strong technical knowledge across multiple business units and understanding of emerging trends.</li><li>
In-depth understanding of supply chain processes (Plan, Source, Make, Deliver).</li></ul></div>

Supply Chain Program Manager

The Home Depot

<div>** This is NOT an IT Project Manager position.<div>
Position Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to provide effective management of key cross-functional Supply Chain projects, or to oversee the management of multiple smaller projects being managed by Distribution, Transportation, IP&amp;R or Supply Chain Development Analysts. This is accomplished by applying a standard, defined methodology to the project, and providing the leadership skills necessary to control the execution of project tasks, as defined by the methodology. The Project Manager will be responsible for delivering several key project artifacts and shares responsibility and accountability with the project leadership team for the successful delivery of the entire project. 
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>
40% PROJECT CONTROL - Develops an effective plan for controlling project scope, schedule and cost, and monitors project execution to ensure that the plan is being followed. Creates and effectively coordinates documentation to explain changes or potential changes to the baseline and ensures the approved changes are implemented. Maintains project logs of all submitted changes and their status.</li><li>
30% PROJECT COMMUNICATIONS - Develops an effective plan for communicating project information to the project team and to the project stakeholders. Develops written status reports and scorecards and creates/presents project review documents to senior leadership. Collects and documents project issues and manages their timely resolution.</li><li>
10% PROJECT RISK MANAGEMENT - Leads the definition of project risks and the required mitigation approaches. Monitors project activities for the occurrence of risks and takes timely action to escalate or mitigate the risk. Advises project team members and stakeholders of actions required or completed.</li><li>
10% PROJECT LESSONS LEARNED - At the completion of a project or project phase, captures key lessons learned and communicates to peer Project Managers. Effectively applies lessons learned in subsequent projects.</li><li>
10% PROJECT ENVIRONMENT - Shares responsibility with the project leadership for providing a good working environment. Ensures teams are staffed, duties and responsibilities are understood by everyone and that an inclusive environment is maintained.</li></ul> 
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:<ul><li>
Reports to Supply Chain Manager</li><li>
No direct responsibility for supervising others.</li></ul> 
Travel Requirements:<ul><li>
Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.</li></ul> 
Physical Requirements:<ul><li>
Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.</li></ul> 
Working Conditions:<ul><li>
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.</li></ul> 
Minimum Qualifications:<ul><li>
Must be eighteen years of age or older.</li><li>
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.</li></ul> 
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
PMP Certification</li></ul> 
Minimum Education:<ul><li>
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.</li></ul> 
Preferred Education:<ul><li>
No additional education</li></ul> 
Minimum Years of Work Experience:<ul><li>
5</li></ul> 
Preferred Years of Work Experience:<ul><li>
No additional years of experience</li></ul> 
Minimum Leadership Experience:<ul><li>
None</li></ul> 
Preferred Leadership Experience:<ul><li>
None</li></ul> 
Certifications:<ul><li>
None</li></ul> 
Competencies:<ul><li>
Demonstrated leadership qualities such as conflict/issue resolution, the ability to run a project or serve as project manager on a program team and can ensure a successful project lifecycle</li><li>
Ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) effectively with stakeholders and senior business leadership</li><li>
Ability to organize and work effectively with project teams of diverse staff both internal and external to The Home Depot</li></ul></div></div>

Project Manager

Boeing

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We&rsquo;re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that&rsquo;s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
 
 
 Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) Supply Chain is seeking a
 
 Procurement Analyst
 
 (
 
 Level 4
 
 ) to join our Functional Excellence team supporting BCA programs in Everett, WA.
 
 
 The Procurement Analyst will be accountable for stabilizing and executing supply chain improvements by coordinating people, tools, and workflows to deliver reliable, measurable, and repeatable outcomes. This role applies a strong supply chain knowledge alongside disciplined execution and systems thinking to improve how work gets done across the Global Supply Chain organization.
 
 
 The successful candidate will operate as a project integrator and supply chain subject matter expert, leading cross-functional efforts from problem definition through implementation, translating production and operational needs into clear requirements, and guiding teams through execution and adoption. This role requires a self-directed leader who is comfortable making decisions, holding teams accountable, and driving outcomes in a complex, dynamic environment.
 
 
 Some domestic travel between Boeing sites and suppliers may be required.
 
 
 
 Position Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Model and promote our values and behaviors: respect the consequences of our work, collaborate respectfully, listen with patience, communicate clearly and respectfully, coach others, embrace curiosity and continuous improvement, be accountable, and remain composed and decisive under pressure.
 </li>
 <li>
 Leverage strong knowledge of supply chain processes and ERPLN to drive supply chain process improvements. Analyzing current-state demand, supply, and procurement workflows and identifying opportunities to improve execution, stability, and efficiency.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead and facilitate cross-functional working groups to execute change, including defining scope, milestones, decision points, and success criteria.
 </li>
 <li>
 Serve as a project integrator for cross-functional initiatives to drive improvements, translate operational and production needs into business requirements, ensuring requirements are clearly documented, understood, and actionable to deliver measurable outcomes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee implementation efforts, ensuring solutions are executed as intended, risks are surfaced early, and dependencies are actively managed.
 </li>
 <li>
 Document processes, decisions, and standards to support repeatability, scalability, and long-term adoption across the organization.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead cross functional teams, present analysis, project plans, and status to stakeholders and leadership. Own end to end business process knowledge for assigned workstream(s) and articulate stakeholder impacts across adjacent functions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to manage multiple priorities and shift focus quickly.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Basic Qualifications
 
 (
 
 Required Skills
 
 /
 
 Experience):
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 8+ years of experience in a supply chain related role integrating people, processes, and tools to achieve specific outcomes
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience leading change management initiatives, including driving adoption of new processes, tools, or ways of working cross-functionally
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in program management best practices including stakeholder management, data driven decision making with an eye toward scalability and repeatable execution
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in executive level presentations in MS Powerpoint &ndash; Both developing presentation material and reporting out; influencing and aligning stakeholders across all levels without direct authority
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficient in MS Excel and other industry standard tools for data analysis and visualization
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 (
 
 Desired Skills
 
 /
 
 Experience
 
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 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s or advanced degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field
 </li>
 <li>
 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
 </li>
 <li>
 Formal Project Management training or certification
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working in SAP, and/or in SAP / ERP Implementations
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience developing and managing metrics / KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
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 onflict of Interest:
 
 Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company&rsquo;s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process
 
 
 
 Drug Free Workplace:
 
 
 
 Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
 
 
 At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
 
 
 The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
 
 
 The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
 
 
 Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
 
 
 Summary pay range (Level 4): $125,100 - $145,950
 
 
 Applications for this position will be accepted until
 
 Mar. 05, 2026
 
 
 
 
 Export Control Requirements:
 
 
 
 This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a &ldquo;U.S. Person&rdquo; as defined by 22 C.F.R.
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 120.62 is required. &ldquo;U.S. Person&rdquo; includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Export Control Details:
 
 
 
 US based job, US Person required
 
 
 
 Relocation
 
 
 
 Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
 
 
 
 Visa Sponsorship
 
 
 
 Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
 
 
 
 Shift
 
 
 
 This position is for 1st shift
 
 
 
 Equal Opportunity Employer:
 
 
 
 Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
</div>

Procurement Analyst - Supply Chain Functional Excellence

The Hershey Company

<div><div><div>Job Location: Bentonville, AR</div><div> 
</div>
<div>Summary: 

</div>
<div>This role provides leadership to Customer Supply Chain Managers / Analysts located both on site at Hershey, located in field sales offices, and remote. The position requires broad based knowledge of supply chain with flexibility to balance both strategic opportunities and support the team with tactical challenges that arise on daily bases. Strong relationship and influencing skills are needed to work across the enterprise as daily interaction exists with customer supply partners, sales, commercial planning, finance, category teams, demand planning, transportation, etc. This role will be a critical driver of customer supply chain strategies across Business Unit brands and Hershey North America. The Sr Manager Supply Chain will deliver improved on shelf availability, on time delivery and reduced costs to serve through close partnership with commercial teams, supply chain stakeholders and customer partners.</div><div> 

</div><div>Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: 

</div>
<div><ul><li>Graduate degree in Supply Chain or Business Administration
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Prefer 10-15 years of Supply Chain experience
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Disposition to engage with customer at all levels of their organization (replenishment analyst to SVP)
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Demonstrated ability of managing operational details, while also understanding big picture
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Ability to negotiate effectively with internal and customer partners at all levels. Able to integrate feedback and adjust plans accordingly. Deep experience with quantitative analysis, creative problem solving, and complex project management.
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Ability to work in ambiguous environments, bring structure, prioritize and drive to results
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Proven ability to develop and maintain effective business relationships and influence cross-functional leaders
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Exceptional oral and written communication skills
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Proficient understanding of fundamental business management and supply chain principles and concepts
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Thorough grasp of key internal and customer forecasting, order generation, and order fulfillment processes
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Ability to lead multi-functional project teams
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Strong working knowledge in SAP systems and tools
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Ability to maintain focus on Hershey goals and improvements
</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Strong project management capabilities</li></ul> 
</div>
<div>Summary of Major Duties: 
<ul>
<li>Lead Customer Supply Chain team to deliver supply objectives focusing on On shelf availability, case fill, on time delivery improvement and cost to serve reduction.
</li><li>Champion customer specific initiatives that align short and long-term Customer Supply Chain and capacity objectives, tactics, vision and strategies.</li>
<li>Ensure visibility of key customer metrics, challenges and work streams to to broader organization
</li><li>Own all aspects of Supply chain management with customer base working in close partnership with the commercial team and related functional teams on solutions that result in measurable business outcomes.
</li><li>Lead and inspire cross functional teams to deliver strong plans to develop logistics initiatives and strategic projects.</li>
<li>Lead teams that leverage reporting to identify risk to commercial plans and activate functional areas of the business.</li>
<li>Develop and track capability success measures and continually optimize programs to increase supply chain effectiveness and impact across top ten retailers.</li>
<li>Drive monthly review of cost to serve opportunity improvement across multiple areas; OTIF fines, logistics costs, deductions, etc</li>
<li>Coordinate and own monthly metric reviews and prepare monthly reporting to effectively communicate to the business.</li>
<li>Maintain structured teams that drive business through weekly Collaborative Demand Alignment (CDA) meetings that coordinate supply chain activities across internal Hershey team in support of new items, transition, seasonal buys, etc.</li>
<li>Ensure resources are working with multi-function internal and external teams to provide timely replenishment and planning actions and insights for all promotions, seasons, and planogram changes.</li>
<li>Represent The Hershey Company on all relevant special projects and customer initiatives.
</li><li>Support Commerical team at various trade events; CDBX, NACDS &amp; FMI industry events.
</li><li>Through customer interaction and regular benchmarking, develop and maintain a focus on customer&rsquo;s strategic direction in order to educate and prepare internal constituents and actively participate in strategic programs when there is a demonstrated benefit to the total supply chain.</li></ul></div> 
</div>
The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 
 
The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans.

You may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application process as a result of a disability. 
You can request an accommodation via phone or email.

To request an accommodation via phone, please call +1 877-804-1794 and leave a voicemail with your contact information. You may also email a request for accommodation to ApplicationHelp@hersheys.com. Please be sure to include &ldquo;Accommodation Needed&rdquo; in the subject line. This will ensure that your email is routed to the appropriate contact who will handle your request.</div>

Sr Mgr Customer SC Walmart

Myntra

<div>
 
 About The Company
 
 
 
 
 Who are we?
 
 
 
 Myntra is India&rsquo;s leading fashion and lifestyle platform, where technology meets creativity. As pioneers in fashion e-commerce, we&rsquo;ve always believed in disrupting the ordinary.
 
 
 We thrive on a shared passion for fashion, a drive to innovate to lead, and an environment that empowers each one of us to pave our own way. We&rsquo;re bold in our thinking, agile in our execution, and collaborative in spirit.
 
 
 Here, we create MAGIC by inspiring vibrant and joyous self-expression and expanding fashion possibilities for India, while staying true to what we believe in.
 
 
 We believe in taking bold bets and changing the fashion landscape of India. We are a company that is constantly evolving into newer and better forms and we look for people who are ready to evolve with us.
 
 
 From our humble beginnings as a customization company in 2007 to being technology and fashion pioneers today, Myntra is going places and we want you to take part in this journey with us.
 
 
 Working at Myntra is challenging but fun - we are a young and dynamic team, firm believers in meritocracy, believe in equal opportunity, encourage intellectual curiosity and empower our teams with the right tools, space, and opportunities.
 
 
 The Lead Associate, Supply Chain Planning at Myntra will play a pivotal role in driving critical projects to optimize our end-to-end supply chain. This individual will be responsible for spearheading initiatives focused on enhancing delivery speed and minimizing breaches of our customer promise. The role requires a strong project management discipline, an analytical mindset to diagnose complex problems, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve ambitious supply chain objectives.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 AOP &amp; Strategic Planning: Drive monthly and Annual Operating Plan (AOP) planning cycles, ensuring strategic initiatives are aligned with business objectives and financial targets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Speed &amp; Breach Improvement: Lead projects aimed directly at reducing order-to-delivery timelines and improving adherence to customer delivery promises (reducing breaches). Conduct deep-dive root cause analysis on delivery delays and service level agreement (SLA) misses across the first, middle, and last mile. Develop and implement data-driven strategies for network optimization, inventory placement, and fulfillment logic to enhance overall supply chain agility and speed.
 </li>
 <li>
 Project &amp; Program Management: Own the end-to-end lifecycle of supply chain improvement projects&mdash;from initial scoping, planning, and resource allocation to execution, monitoring, and successful closure. Develop detailed project plans, manage timelines, identify risks, and ensure clear communication of progress and outcomes to all stakeholders. Champion project management best practices to ensure initiatives are delivered on time and meet their intended goals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Data Analysis &amp; Insights: Perform in-depth data analysis using SQL, R, and Excel to identify trends, pinpoint opportunities, and measure the impact of implemented solutions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Stakeholder Collaboration: Effectively manage relationships with internal (Operations, Technology, Category) and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project objectives and outcomes.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Essential Skills And Experience
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Around 3 years of experience in project management, preferably within a supply chain, e-commerce, or consulting environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proven experience using data (especially SQL &amp; Excel) to drive decisions and process improvements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated ability to lead projects from concept to completion, managing timelines and cross-functional teams.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working with both technical and non-technical teams to implement new processes and systems. Proficiency in Excel, SQL, and R. Excellent communication and organizational skills.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in e-commerce/q-commerce industries is a strong plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with supply chain metrics and Delivery Promise Adherence.
 </li>
 <li>
 Basic programming experience in Python is a plus.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 This role is perfect for a driven professional who is passionate about solving complex problems and is eager to make a tangible impact on Myntra&rsquo;s goals of enhancing customer experience
 
 
 
 Required Skills
 
 
 
 Data Analysis, Trend Analysis, Forecasting, Business Acumen, Tools Management, Data Visualization, Process Improvement, Python, Logistics Management, SQL
</div>

Lead Associate-Myntra Supply Planning

Unilever

<div>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 &ndash; 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&rsquo;t believe in the &lsquo;one size fits all&rsquo; approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.
About the Role: 
 
In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and leading innovation planning, capacity planning, supply network design and optimization, collaborative manufacturing, and cost saving and optimization initiatives across NALI region. The successful candidate will have a strong background in supply chain planning, innovation management, and driving operational efficiencies. This role requires a proactive and analytical mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and implement innovative solutions. 
 
Responsibilities: 
 
Develop and implement innovation planning strategies to foster a culture of continuous improvement and drive innovative solutions across the NALI region. 
 
Ensure the timely rollout of innovations in the region by developing and executing the supply chain part of the innovation network and delivering quality on time in full (QOTIF) implementation. 
 
Define an optimum sourcing network that meets the cost and timing targets of the innovation, aligning with the Group Category Supply Chain team. 
 
Partner with the marketing team and represent the supply chain in regional innovation project meetings, preparing supply chain decision documents for gate discussions. 
 
Allocate innovation capability and capacity, supporting the CAPEX request process for innovations with the Category Engineering Manager. 
 
Anticipate and mitigate network risks and delays, identifying opportunities for better and faster innovation (BFI). 
 
Develop the plan for the first production and ensure capacity at the sourcing site, considering stock building targets and collaborating with the sourcing unit and country supply planning team. 
 
Develop transition plans with the sourcing unit and country supply planning team for the phasing out of existing products. 
 
Ensure customer service levels are met within the first six months after innovation, coordinating with the sourcing unit, country teams, and other stakeholders to address supply and quality issues. 
 
Manage innovation-related business waste and minimize it at the lowest possible level. 
 
Coordinate supply chain assessments of raw/pack materials, manufacturing capability, capacity, and availability for innovations in collaboration with Regional Supply Management, Supply Planning, and the sourcing unit. 
 
Coordinate indicative transfer prices for business cases and ensure actual costs align with the business case. 
 
Translate category growth assumptions into volume assumptions for long-term capacity planning. 
 
Drive midterm to long-term capacity planning for finished goods to support category growth, collaborating with relevant teams and leading investment needs. 
 
Drive simplifications in the supply network and sourcing sites through harmonization opportunities, such as formulation, SKU rationalization, and portfolio management. 
 
Support Category procurement team in delivering category savings plans through effective project management and coordination. 
 
Analyze controlled costs (logistics, production) and identify cost-saving projects that benefit the region and align with sourcing strategies 
 
Collaborative Manufacturing (CM) Management 
 
Manage and coordinate network optimization, partnerships, innovation, and operational excellence activities for Collaborative Manufacturing within the region. 
 
Optimize the network through internalization, consolidation, capacity planning, localization, and delisting activities. 
 
Establish partnerships with contract models and transparency agreements. 
 
Ensure operational excellence for key CMs by monitoring KPIs related to safety, quality, service, and performance and coordinating continuous improvement activities 
 
About You: 
 
7+ years of experience in supply chain management 
 
Strong knowledge of supply chain concepts, including capacity planning, network design, demand forecasting, and cost optimization. 
 
Demonstrated experience in leading innovation initiatives and driving continuous improvement in a complex organizational environment. 
 
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction. 
 
Strong project management skills. 
 
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to diverse audiences. 
 
Strong leadership abilities. 
 
Ability to lead change/transformation with positive impact 
 
Willingness to travel as needed to support regional initiatives and collaboration efforts.
Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their &lsquo;Whole Self&rsquo; to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.</div>

NALI CM, MDM & Innovations Manager

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