Procurement Partner HC

Unilever is seeking a Procurement Partner for its Home Care division on a contractual basis. Reporting to the local procurement partner responsible for CAPEX and MRO, this role is pivotal in driving efficient sourcing activities within the organization. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills, supply chain expertise, and the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal teams and external suppliers to support Unilever’s commitment to sustainable and high-quality manufacturing partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Sourcing and Evaluation: Identify and assess potential third-party manufacturing partners by evaluating safety, quality, capacity, capability, and cost-effectiveness. Conduct thorough due diligence to ensure suppliers comply with quality and regulatory standards. Continuously govern compliance and regularly evaluate supplier performance.

Negotiation and Contracting: Lead negotiations on pricing, terms, and agreements with third-party manufacturers to secure favorable conditions. Draft and manage contracts, ensuring all legal and regulatory requirements are fulfilled.

Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with external manufacturing partners to foster open communication and collaboration. Monitor supplier performance regularly and address any issues related to quality, delivery, or service promptly.

Supply Chain Coordination: Work closely with internal teams such as production, logistics, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs to ensure seamless production and delivery processes. Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock.

Risk Management: Identify potential supply chain risks and develop strategies to mitigate disruptions. Stay informed on industry trends and market dynamics that could impact supply continuity.

Data Analysis and Reporting: Collect and analyze data on supplier performance, costs, and other relevant metrics. Prepare regular reports to provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.

Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and reduce costs within the third-party manufacturing supply chain.

Required Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field is preferred. Candidates should have proven experience in procurement, low-value sourcing, supply chain management, or vendor management, ideally within manufacturing or consumer goods sectors. Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential.

Knowledge of safety protocols, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and manufacturing processes is required. An analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions is important. The role demands excellent multitasking capabilities, attention to detail, and a proactive problem-solving approach.

Familiarity with relevant industry regulations and standards is necessary. The candidate must be willing to travel as needed for supplier visits, audits, and meetings.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

Unilever values leadership qualities such as resilience, delivering outstanding results, and continuously seeking better ways to operate. The ideal candidate is collaborative, engaging others to achieve shared goals.

Unilever is deeply committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, recognizing that a diverse workforce drives better business outcomes and fosters a positive future for employees, consumers, partners, and communities. The company encourages all individuals to bring their authentic selves to work and supports applicants with any access or support requirements throughout the recruitment process.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a global business that impacts billions of consumers while working in an inclusive, flexible, and collaborative environment that supports personal and professional growth.