Unilever is currently hiring for  Assistant Procurement Manager Packaging

Function: Supply Chain

Reports to: Packaging Procurement Manager Turkey and Middle East

Scope: Packaging Turkey and Middle East

Location: Istanbul

Terms & Conditions: Full Time Permanent

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 – 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’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

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 someone who is passionate, who works well with others, and is a master at building partnerships, then come join Unilever’s procurement team! then this role is just for you!

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

Part of the Turkey and Middle East Packaging teamResponsible and accountable of a spend of 40-50 M€ for certain packaging portfolios in the Turkey and Middle East region.To deliver cost savings and value creationDevelop global and regional buying strategy development to support business needsDevelop and cultivate a proper supplier relationship management programLead and support global and/or regional negotiationsEnsuring supplier compliance to Unilever standardsContribute towards Unilever’s sustainability commitments and delivery of targets (e.g. plastics, deforestation, climate, living wage, etc.)Constantly identify and develop suppliers and new origins to deliver business growth and innovation prioritiesCommunicate and execute the supply strategies and maintain connections with key Business Units and Business GroupsExecute contract negotiations, leveraging the business and digital tools for support as neededFollow market conditions and lead price forecasting cycles to enable proper budgeting and cash forecastingCollaborate with the relevant R&D and technical expert teams to ensure the technical and commercial programs are fully integratedSupport cross functional project teams for packaging material sourcing for innovation projects (e.g. supplier sourcing input, pricing input, capacity input, etc.)Provide sourcing and commercial input to Business Unit and Business Group procurement teamsSupport packaging value improvement programs such as product logic savings projects, alternative supplier approvals, and alternate material approvals

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Experiences & Qualifications

University/bachelor’s degree or relevant experienceFluency in English and Turkish is mandatory2-3 years working experience in procurement or supply chain (preferably within FMCG)Experience in managing supplier relationships and leading negotiationsFamiliar with cost modeling and contracting strategiesBasic understanding of financeStrong analytics skills including a deep knowledge of ExcelStrong communication skills, including the ability to concisely communicate to senior level internal and external stakeholdersAdept at working in a global virtual network with teammates and suppliers based across the worldNegotiation instinct, passion for learning, ability to navigate complex situations with a hands on business mind

Skills

Procurement Expertise: Proven procurement experience, preferably in the packaging sector, with a deep understanding of strategic sourcing, contracting strategies, and supplier partnerships.Business Acumen: Extensive international business experience, with a proactive approach to identifying and developing opportunities in Turkey and Arabia markets.Negotiation & Relationship Building: Strong negotiation skills and a talent for building and maintaining supplier relationships, with cultural sensitivity and a global perspective.Leadership & Team Development: A people-first leader with exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of driving results while nurturing team growth and development.Results-Oriented: A drive for results, with a focus on achieving ambitious targets and making a tangible impact on Unilever’s sustainability agenda.

Leadership

You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.

Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) BehaviorsPASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Has an owner’s mindset, using data and insight to make decisions.PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.CONSUMER LOVE: Whatever their role, always looks for better ways to serve consumers. Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.PURPOSE & SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.

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. 

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 ‘Whole Self’ 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.