Procurement Operations Assistant Manager in Alexandria

Company Profile: At Unilever you are more than your job title, you are part of the world's most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us.We produce world-leading brands including Lipton, Knorr, Dove, Axe, Hellmann's and Omo, alongside trusted local names and innovative-forward thinking brands like Ben & Jerry's, The Dollar Shave Club and Surf.Be part of the most successful purpose-led business in the world. Have the opportunity to see the true impact that you're having in the work you do - every small thing counts.Job Scope: Lead procurement of materials/Logistics for Mashreq factories & manage operations with factory /warehouse team by leveraging the supplier network to deliver supply chain and MCO targets.Roles & Responsibilities:. To support the procurement organization to meet goals and objectives in support to the overall Unilever strategy.. To support deliver cost savings based on sourcing strategies for the portfolio . Lead Supplier Relationship Management focused on service, quality, logistics and delivery for materials.. Support business in execution of Innovation & cost improvement projects.. Create and update contracts in the system and ensure the signed contracts are archived.. Accountable for material price forecasting & lead the discussion with Finance for impacts signoff.. Continuously improve ways of working e.g. more efficient ways of handling data, OTIF payments to supplier and material supplies to factory.. Development of Resilience plans to ensure supply security for the MCO. Efficient, timely and transparent communication to internal & external stakeholders.. Execute programs in the MCO (Mashreq) o Support implementation of procurement strategies.o Execute cost savings and innovation programs based on sourcing strategies and trial results.o Execute the rationalization strategy for suppliers, materials, and services to meet Unilever's business requirements.. Align Procurement programs to deliver on MCO requirements o Collaborate with Planning and Sourcing Units to establish short-term business objectives.o Ensure the satisfaction of Unilever's internal customers with the services provided by the procurement organization.o Provide operational feedback during supplier negotiations/selectionKey Competencies & Skills: ESSENTIAL. Bachelor's in Engineering is a requirement (MBA is a plus). 2 -4 years of experience in Procurement / Supply Management /Supply Chain. Background in FMCGS.. Experience on large-scale change management projects. Negotiation skills. Cross functional workingPREFERRED. Experience in international assignmentUnilever 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.