DevOps Manager - Logistics Technology

Job purpose:
In Logistics products, innovation in technology and data are at the heart of our ambition to grow sustainably. And data is central to supply chain plan and operations to deliver outstanding products and experiences. We are a powerhouse that innovates and digitally transforms Logistics –function. We are a truly global team enabling millions of customer orders and shipments across the globe while having a positive impact on the environment and society.

Our influence for change is greatest where we have the clearest line of sight throughout the whole supply chain. That’s where we are focusing, and you could be pushing us to find new ways to carry on increasing our efficiency, transparency and allow for a more sustainable delivery of our products. While you will work on latest technologies available in market, you will also acquire outstanding domain & cross functional knowledge by business partnering.
Join us if you want to be part of a diverse and ambitious team shaping the future of Logistics with exciting career opportunities in a global, purpose led business.

Key Responsibilities:
• Develop a deep understanding of the Unilever supply chain vision and evolving business requirements.
• Work together with business leaders, regional teams and translate those needs into logistics programs.

• Engage with multiple markets across regions to understand their Logistics strategy and operational challenges to create a digitization agenda.
• Drive design, development and implementation across markets for key data products.
• Work across various internal product teams to ensure OTIF delivery.
• Work with a ‘Glocal’ (Global + Local) mindset – while addressing local requirements from market, also help in driving solution convergence within the Function, from Local -> Regional -> Global.
• Understand and interpret IT strategic architecture, helping ensure all projects and application support follow the principles, guidelines, and standards.

Required qualifications:
We are looking for people with functional knowledge in Logistics and experience of working in large scale IT Projects.
• Minimum qualification of Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Science or similar degree along with 4 to 6 years of IT experience, including implementation of Logistics products Management. Master’s degree in management will be a add on.
• Basic understanding of supply chain with in-depth knowledge of logistics area (Logistics operations & Technology). Technical knowledge of any Logistics planning tool will be an add on advantage.
• Broad knowledge and experience with various ERP systems. Sound knowledge of transportation technical ecosystem including SAP, Track & Trace solutions, Carrier Systems etc.
• Broad knowledge on Logistics operations (including warehouse and transportation)
• Strong stakeholder management skills – will have to work directly with markets across multiple geographies
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to lead discussions with technical as well as non-technical audiences
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams including external product teams
• Ability to lead a team of vendor partners
• Creative problem-solving mindset with a bias for practical solutions. A quick learner, not afraid to take the initiative and be proactive to get things done
• Knowledge of project lifecycle and its different methodologies
• Knowledge and understanding of driving change management with end users.

Unilever 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.