Logistics & Co-Packing Lead

ABOUT UNILEVER

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world. 

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

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 motivated by ownership, collaboration, and delivering results through people, this role allows you to leverage your experience while further developing your leadership capability. It is well suited for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys influencing beyond direct control, and is passionate about operational excellence and continuous improvement.

 Then this role is just for you!

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

1. Warehouse & BOF Operations Management

·Lead inbound, storage, inventory control, picking & dispatch operations with a strong focus on safety.

·Maintain inventory accuracy through robust controls, audit readiness and systematic improvements. 

·Optimize warehouse layout and material flow to improve productivity.

·Ensure FEFO/FIFO compliance and proper storage of finished goods and packaging materials.

·Monitor KPIs: OTIF, picking accuracy, inventory variance, productivity per head.

·Drive material issuance efficiency by eliminating non–value-added activities and implementing automation.

·Control slow moving & obsolete inventory

2. Co-Packing & Value-Added Services (VAS)

·Manage end-to-end co-packing activities (re-packing, bundling, labelling, promotional kits).

· Ensure execution of marketing campaigns and customer-specific configurations on time.

· Coordinate closely with Planning, Marketing, and Sales for promotional launches.

·Control material issuance and reconciliation for co-packing jobs.

·Monitor co-packing KPIs: schedule adherence, cost per pack, quality rejection rate, output efficiency.

·Ensure artwork, labelling, and regulatory compliance for all co-packed SKUs.

3. Performance Delivery & KPI Ownership

·Lead improvements in operational KPIs, including Turnaround Time (TAT), inventory accuracy, warehouse safety metrics, and material flow efficiency.

3. Cost & Budget Management

·Develop and control warehouse and co-packing budgets.

·Identify productivity improvements and waste reduction opportunities.

·Optimize labor planning (permanent & temporary workforce).

5. Digital & Continuous Improvement

·Lead the DPC warehouse expansion and automation roadmap and future warehouse expansion.

·Drive projects that enable capacity expansion, efficiency, and digital transformation aligned with DPC’s 4IR lighthouse status.

·Explore automation in picking, labelling, and co-packing lines.

6. Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

·Lead warehouse supervisors, line leaders, and co-packing teams.

·Develop capability and succession planning within the team.

·Collaborate cross-functionally with Planning, Procurement, Marketing, Finance, and Customer Service.

·Drive performance culture focused on KPIs, team wellbeing, and engagement.

7. Compliance, Quality & Process Excellence

·Ensure full adherence to Unilever QMS, safety procedures, stock count SOPs, and audit requirements.

·Lead quarterly and annual stock counts across BOF and third‑party warehousing.

·Champion continuous improvement methodologies across warehouse & co‑packing processes.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

\Experiences & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, or related field.

5-8 years of experience in warehouse operations or inventory management.

Familiarity with automation tools and reporting systems.

Skills

Strong knowledge of SAP and Coupa systems.

Strong proficiency in Excel.

Proficiency in Power BI for dashboard updates.

Excellent coordination and communication skills.

Problem-solving ability for operational and system issues.

Understanding safety standards and compliance requirements.

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.