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We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Assistant Procurement Manager - BWPC
Job ID: R-83800
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time
Category: Supply Chain
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 passionate about professional and competitive sourcing of raw and packaging materials that meet the specified needs and support business requirements, then this role is for you!
Main Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and drive Unilever procurement strategies for the category.
- Assess, identify, and select the appropriate supplier base to meet business needs.
- Lead or coordinate large procurement projects as needed.
- Ensure internal customer satisfaction with procurement services.
- Lead the rationalization of suppliers, materials, and services to meet business requirements.
- Collaborate with senior functional leaders to establish short and long-term business objectives.
- Deliver cost savings based on sourcing strategies and compliance management.
- Continuously improve ways of working and optimize procurement activities.
- Handle complex and diverse customer, supplier, or operational issues.
- Multitask and take up other responsibilities as assigned.
- Master talent management, including spotting, fostering, encouraging, and retaining talent.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives and manage external strategic relationships.
- Identify, develop, and manage strategic business relationships to enable implementation of Unilever's growth strategy, revenue achievement, and new product development initiatives.
Experiences & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in numerate courses.
- Minimum of 2 years of procurement experience is a plus.
- Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
- Knowledge of industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and emerging trends in supply chain management.
- Experience working with SAP is desirable.
- Storytelling, data visualization, and presentation skills.
Key Interfaces
- Regional Procurement Director and Manager
- Finance Business Partners
- Planning and Warehouse Managers
- Factory Managers
Skills
- Business Acumen: Ability to analyze data, use cost models, forecasting, and supplier performance metrics to make informed decisions.
- Supply Chain Management: Understanding of supply chain principles, inventory management, procurement strategies, and logistics coordination.
- Detail-Oriented: Thoroughness and accuracy in supplier management.
- Passion for High Performance: Capacity to address challenges in material availability to ensure uninterrupted operations.
- Self-Mastery: Strong verbal and written communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams and proactive supplier engagement. Ability to prioritize effectively, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
Leadership
- Deliver fantastic results and act as an example to others with resilience and constant pursuit of better ways to do things.
- Take responsibility for personal wellbeing and delivering high standards of work.
- Focus on consumer needs with humility, interpreting evidence and data smartly, and spotting issues and opportunities for improvement.
Critical Standards of Leadership Behaviors
- Passion for High Performance: Takes personal responsibility for execution and results with an owner’s mindset.
- Personal Mastery: Sets high standards for oneself, building personal wellbeing and resilience.
- Purpose & Service: Humility in leadership, serving others inside and outside Unilever.
- Agility: Continuously learning, developing skills, and comfortable with ambiguity and change.
- Consumer Love: Always seeks better ways to serve consumers and invests time in understanding their needs.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should click here to apply.
Conclusion
Joining Unilever Nigeria as an Assistant Procurement Manager offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a globally recognized FMCG leader while advancing your career in procurement and supply chain management.
If you are driven by purpose, passionate about excellence, and ready to make a significant impact, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. Apply now and help us create a better business and a better world.
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