JDC Dispatcher

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 a detailed oriented person with keen eye for continuous improvement and digitalization, then this role is just for you!

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

• Documentation Management:
  • Can prepare and verify shipping documents: Packing Lists, Proforma Invoices, Certificates of Origin, Bills of Lading, etc.
  • Ensure accuracy and compliance with destination country regulations.
  • Liaise with freight forwarders and customs brokers for timely document delivery.
• Shipment Coordination:
  • Plan and manage monthly/weekly/daily export schedules.
  • Coordinate container bookings and follow up on cancellations or changes.
  • Share loading details with service providers for documentation processing.
• Stakeholder Communication:
  • Daily coordination with Customer Service and Planning teams.
  • Respond to queries regarding documentation discrepancies.
  • Maintain communication with 3PLs, transport teams, and clearance agents.
• Process Optimization:
  • Analyse end-to-end shipment lead times to identify and eliminate non-value-added activities.
  • Suggest automation and improvements to reduce documentation errors and delays.
• Compliance & Reporting:
  • Monitor and update shipments KPIs and trackers.
  • Ensure timely submission of documents to customers and authorities.
  • Conduct monthly reviews of supplier SOAs and support payment processes.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

Documentation Accuracy Rate –100 % of shipments with error-free documentation. On-Time Document Submission – 100% of documents submitted within required timelines. Export Lead Time – Average time from order confirmation to document dispatch. 3PL Performance Compliance –3PLs meeting agreed documentation KPIs. Customer Satisfaction Score – Feedback from internal and external stakeholders. Process Improvement Initiatives – Number of implemented improvements reducing lead time or errors. Audit Compliance Rate –100 % of documentation passing internal/external audits without issues.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Experiences & Qualifications

• University degree in Business Administration / Engineering / Logistics
• Fluent in English and any of the following ( Arabic/Urdu/Hindi )
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Excellent communication skills
• Minimum 2 years of experience in similar positions in Logistics / Planning

Skills

• SAP or any ERP system knowledge is preferable
• Good working knowledge of Supply Chain Processes
• Knowledge in Power BI or any automation tool is a plus

Leadership

• You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.
• As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.
• Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors
  • PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Has an owner’s mindset, using data and insight to make decisions.
  • PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.
  • CONSUMER LOVE: Whatever their role, always looks for better ways to serve consumers. Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.
  • PURPOSE & SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.
  • AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.

Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life! This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. 

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.

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