We are currently seeking an interim Global Assistant Procurement Manager to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple. Join their fast-paced FMCG environment.
This position is based in Port Sunlight Village, Wirral, easily accessible by train and car. It is a full-time temporary role from August 2025 to October 2026, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The compensation is competitive, up to 40,000 per annum, pro rata, depending on experience.
The role offers a mix of remote and onsite work, subject to business needs.
The Beauty & Wellbeing business aims to double top-line growth and increase margins through purposeful brand investment and science-backed innovation. To achieve this, seamless integration of strategy and execution, along with simplification across the value chain, is essential. This approach will help reduce non-value-adding costs, improve resilience, agility, and speed to market, while supporting sustainability goals.
As the Assistant Global Procurement Manager - Beauty & Wellbeing, you will represent Procurement to partnering functions, ensuring procurement is involved in strategic business discussions and translating business needs into procurement strategies. Your role will involve balancing both perspectives to create additional value.
Role Responsibilities:
1. Execution Focus: Understand the BG strategy and help deliver GM targets from procurement. Lead the implementation of strategic projects to enhance BG performance.
2. Value Creation: Drive value across the end-to-end value chain, identifying overlaps and coordinating cross-functional teams.
3. Strategic Influencing: Use market intelligence to influence procurement considerations within the BG and shape procurement strategies aligned with BG goals.
4. Leadership: Connect partners and disruptors with BG leadership to promote innovation and cost-saving initiatives.
5. Collaboration: Work collaboratively with peers, sharing best practices and ensuring clarity and alignment with cross-functional partners.
Key Deliverables:
* Deliver the BnW procurement Gross Margin roadmap, collaborating with cross-functional and BU teams.
* Co-create the savings funnel for the BnW category.
* Implement the cross-functional Alternate Supplier Approval program.
* Lead material cost transformation initiatives with R&D, aligned with growth ambitions and Procurement Lighthouse.
* Provide critical data (spend, inflation, supplier strategies) to senior stakeholders to inform decision-making.
Professional Skills:
* Basic understanding of portfolios, markets, and financials.
* Strong interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills.
* Proven stakeholder management experience.
* Experience managing complex projects.
Experience Required:
* 2-3 years of relevant experience, preferably in FMCG.
* University degree or equivalent.
* Experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or R&D.
* Experience with large-scale change management projects.
* Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work with key business interfaces.
* Excellent PowerPoint and Excel skills, including Pivot tables.
Port Sunlight Working Environment:
* Discounted staff shop products.
* Free tea, coffee & ice cream.
* Modern, bright workspace in a restored listed building.
* Free onsite parking.
* Close to train station serving Liverpool & Chester.
* Short drive to Liverpool city centre and Chester.
* Disabled parking available.
* Located in picturesque Port Sunlight village.
* Various site clubs (Book Club, Running, Choir, etc.).
* Multiple catering outlets offering hot and cold food daily.
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