Sr. Procurement Manager, Logistics (warehousing) Job in Unilever

Job Title: Sr. Procurement Manager, Logistics (Warehousing), Asia

Location: India (Mumbai), Philippines (Manila), Indonesia (Jakarta), Thailand (Bangkok)

ABOUT UNILEVER

Unilever is a global company serving 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries with our products. We aim to make sustainable living commonplace and believe that doing business the right way drives superior performance. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we aim to create a better business and a better world. At Unilever, you ll work in an inclusive, collaborative, and flexible environment that empowers you to shape your career journey.

ABOUT PROCUREMENT

Procurement at Unilever manages over 30 billion in material and services spend globally with more than 60,000 suppliers. Our Procurement with Purpose vision aims to drive value through sustainable sourcing and competitive buying while responding to changing consumer needs. We are committed to making a positive impact on people and the planet by creating purpose-led partnerships and supplier-led innovation.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

As part of Unilever s ambitious goals, this role is responsible for co-creating and executing Procurement Strategies for the Warehousing service portfolio across 12 key markets in Asia. The Sr. Procurement Manager will work closely with country leads to ensure that Unilever remains competitive while delivering world-class service, improving safety and sustainability, and building strong, purpose-led partnerships for warehousing services across the region.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Strategy Creation & Execution: Lead the development and implementation of warehousing sourcing strategies across the region, ensuring service excellence, competitive cost structures, and alignment with sustainability and safety goals.
• Market Requirement Understanding: Collaborate with market leads to understand business requirements, including cost, quality, safety, service levels, and sustainability, translating these into actionable sourcing specifications.
• Spend Analysis & Benchmarking: Analyze current spend and identify opportunities for cost optimization. Benchmark sourcing specifications, partner base, and cost against market standards.
• Sourcing Strategy Development: Co-create sourcing strategies to determine optimal suppliers, buying methods, and timelines, ensuring alignment with Unilever's business and sustainability objectives.
• Tool & Process Optimization: Introduce next-generation tools and processes to optimize sourcing practices and improve efficiency.
• Team Capability Building: Drive learning and development programs to build team expertise and capabilities.
• Performance Monitoring: Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., Procurement, Operations Excellence) to monitor performance and lead initiatives that drive continuous improvement.
• Inclusive Team Environment: Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture to deliver high-impact results.

KEY CONTACTS

Internal Stakeholders:

• Unilever Logistics Procurement and Excellence Teams
• Unilever Finance Teams
• Unilever IT Teams

External Stakeholders:

• Warehousing service suppliers

TRAVEL

Regional Travel: Approximately 20% of the year.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills:

• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex data and drive decisions based on findings.
• Financial Analysis & Reporting: Proficiency in financial analysis and ability to report effectively.
• MS Office Proficiency: Expertise in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Interpersonal & Communication Skills: Strong communication skills to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Language Skills: Fluency in spoken and written English, with proficiency in any Indian language considered an advantage.

Procurement Skills (Preferred)

• Portfolio Strategy Development
• Negotiation
• Strategic Supplier Partnerships
• Digital Sourcing Platforms Knowledge

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

The candidate should have:

• Bachelor s degree with at least 10 years of experience in Procurement/Supply Chain Management, or
• Master s degree with specialization in Procurement/Supply Chain and at least 8 years of experience in the relevant field.
• Additionally, experience in Procurement/Operations of Warehousing Services is essential.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe in offering equal consideration to all applicants, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. We are dedicated to ensuring continuous development opportunities for employees of all backgrounds.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to shape the future of warehousing procurement in a dynamic and rapidly evolving region. If you are ready to make an impact and drive sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and innovation, this role is for you!