Packaging Procurement Specialist Europe - Flex
Location : Viladecans, Spain
Time Type : Full Time
Posted On : 3 days ago
Job Requisition ID : R-23986
Scope : Full time / Europe
Terms & Conditions :
If you are in the Unilever Ice Cream business or considering joining, you'll work for a global leader in ice cream with a €7.9bn turnover in 2023. Our strong brands include Wall's, Magnum, and Ben & Jerry's. We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of Ice Cream as a standalone entity, planned for November 2025.
Job Purpose
If you are passionate, collaborative, and skilled at building partnerships, this role is for you
Key Responsibilities
* Develop procurement strategies to support business needs.
* Manage packaging material supply services, mitigating risks through innovative solutions.
* Monitor supplier capacity and capability to ensure supply continuity.
* Oversee mould health and refurbishment projects.
* Lead and support global/regional negotiations.
* Execute contract negotiations using business and digital tools.
* Follow market conditions and lead price forecasting cycles.
* Contribute to packaging sustainability commitments.
* Achieve cost savings and value creation through productivity initiatives.
* Optimize packaging for cost-effectiveness and functionality.
* Identify and implement value chain projects.
* Build and manage strategic supplier relationships.
* Identify supplier-driven innovation ideas for market introduction.
* Collaborate with R&D and technical teams.
* Ensure resilient supply chains are integrated into sourcing strategies.
* Manage portfolio complexity and digital deployment.
* Maintain supplier service and quality levels.
* Act as a key interface with suppliers.
What You Need to Succeed :
Skills & Leadership Behaviors :
* Passion for high performance: responsible for execution and results.
* Personal mastery: high personal standards.
* Consumer focus: continuously improve to serve consumers better.
* Purpose & service: leadership as service to others.
* Agility: continuous learning and skill development.
Experiences & Qualifications :
* At least three years in procurement or supply chain roles.
* Experience managing supplier relationships and negotiations.
* Knowledge of cost modeling and contracting strategies.
* Basic financial understanding.
* Experience working in a global virtual network.
* Strong analytical skills, proficient in Excel.
* Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Power BI, SAP CLM.
Additional Information :
* Hybrid work model (2-3 days remote per week).
* Four weeks of Flex Work annually.
* Flexible working hours.
* Restaurant card and canteen services.
* Parking options at the office.
* Exclusive discounts via online store.
Disclaimer
Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is committed to diversity and inclusion.
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