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HOME CARE/SC I&P and CM Management
The Regional Innovation & Portfolio and CM Assistant Manager coordinates and leads SC support for MET Home Care innovation and growth strategy.
The role is responsible for;Innovation PlanningSupply / Capacity PlanningSupply Network Design & OptimizationSavings and Cost OptimizationCM Management 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 keen on making a direct impact on MET HC ambitious growth plan and clean future strategy, then this role is just for you!
WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE
I. Innovation Planning Innovation network development & execution: Responsible for the timely roll-out of innovations in the region; develop the supply chain part of innovation network and execute against this network; deliver QOTIF implementationDefine optimum sourcing network that will meet the cost and timing targets of the innovationsPartner with marketing team and represent the SC in the regional innovation project meetings, prepare supply chain decision documents as input into gate discussions for assigned innovation projectsAssessment of innovation capability and capacity; support CAPEX request process for innovations with the BU engineering teamAnticipate any network risks / delays in advance, identify opportunities that will allow BFI (better & faster innovation)Develop the plan for the 1st production, ensure that the capacity for the pipeline is allocated at the sourcing site, considering stock building targets, in consultation with the sourcing unit and country supply planning teamDevelop transition plan (rundown) with the sourcing unit and country supply planning teamSecure customer service at the targeted levels within the first 6 months after the innovation, assist in providing solutions regarding any supply/quality issues within this period via coordinating the sourcing unit, the country teams, and other related stakeholdersManage innovation business waste, by minimizing at the lowest possible levelCoordinate supply chain assessment of raw/pack materials, manufacturing capability, capacity, and availability regarding innovations in consultation with the procurement, supply planning, and the sourcing unitCoordinate indicative transfer price studies for business cases for innovation projects together with finance, procurement & SU export teams and ensure actual costs are in parallel with the business case II. Supply / Capacity Planning Understand category growth assumptions in 8Q Funnel and translate them into volume assumptions as input for long term capacity planningCoordinate and lead midterm (9/12months - 24months) to long term (+24months) capacity planning process RCDSR for finished goods to ensure necessary capacity in place in all SUs to support category growthDrive capacity increase plans with relevant teams and lead investment plans III. Supply Network Design & Optimization Drive simplifications on the supply network and on sourcing sites (Unilever and/or CM) via identifying harmonization opportunities i.e., formulation, RM, PM, SKU rationalization and managing the portfolio in cooperation with marketing team through the delist plans created by Polaris tool IV. Savings and Cost Optimization Support category procurement team on category savings plan aligned with the agreed targets and ensure delivery via effective project managementAgree capex requirements for savings projects with BU engineering team and ensure capex is allocated in the budget and implemented as per the planSupport controlled costs (make, distribution) saving agenda for MET region V. CM Management Managing and coordinating network optimization, partnerships, innovation, and operational excellence activities for CM - Collaborative Manufacturing within the region with the support and engagement of relevant functionsNetwork Optimization; internalization, consolidation, capacity planning, localization, delisting activitiesInnovation; White space, new capability projects in addition to the above innovation planning accountabilitiesOperational Excellence for key CMs; KPI follow up on safety, quality, service, performance, and coordinating continuous improvement activities WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE
Experiences & Qualifications University degree (preferably engineering)Fluent in English and TurkishMinimum 3 yrs. of experience on Supply Chain business operations roles such as planning, customer service, manufacturing, logistics, and engineering rolesProficiency in MS Office applicationsProject Management skills and experience Skills Business AcumenProject ManagementInnovation ExecutionPlanning MasteryData Driven Decision MakingCollaborationStakeholder ManagementAgile DeliveryOptional Extra Skills: Influencing, Negotiation, Effective Communication, Change Management, Decision Making, Problem Solving 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 applicates 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.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Work location: Istanbul, Umraniye - Turkey Hybrid Min. 2 days/week in the office
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