Logistics Team Leader Suffolk, Virginie - Unilever
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**Logistics Team Leader**
**ID de l'offre:** R-32333 **Categorie:** Chane d'approvisionnement **Lieu :** Suffolk, VA **Date de publication:** 02/16/2022 Unilever is proud of its tea business, the biggest in the world, with world class purpose driven brands such as Lipton, TAZO, PG tips and Pukka. Recently, Unilever decided to separate the Tea business to ensure it can best achieve its potential and renamed it to ekaterra to facilitate its separation to a standalone entity. ***eka*** stands for unity and one purpose while ***terra*** stands for earth and nature. As ekaterra we are united in one purpose: growing a world of wellbeing through the regenerative power of plants. ekaterra is made up of a special blend of individuals which make our teams exciting and diverse. To be part of our blend we are looking for individuals who think Green and are environmentally conscious, who understand the power of simplicity and who are accountable for their actions. We want those who infuse mastery and passion in everything they do to create great products and unforgettable experiences for our consumers. **Your** **Role:** **About ekaterra**
Unilever is reviewing several options for separation, including a demerger, an initial public offering, a disposal or through partnership models. Unilever will retain the tea businesses in India, Nepal and Indonesia, and the partnership interests in the ready-to-drink Tea joint ventures.
Present in more than 100 countries, ekaterra generated revenues of 2 billion in 2019. With 13 production factories in 4 continents and tea growing estates in 3 countries, ekaterra is a profitable and growing business offering a world of wellbeing with the regenerative power of plants to hundreds of millions of consumers. As a standalone entity, ekaterra is even better positioned to lead the industry with dedicated focus driving greater growth and value.
Combining the strength and scale of its global iconic brands with speed and agility, ekaterra is brewing a corporate start-up mindset thats opening up new opportunities to flourish every day both for its business and its people.
At ekaterra, we work alongside people who put consumer love at the heart of every decision. Diverse minds who celebrate new ideas, share our values and the commitment we have for the wellbeing of all. In return, we create an environment that gives our people space and freedom, where they can grow as leaders. A connected community where ideas can thrive. Where you explore new challenges. Learning all you need to master your field, and even more about yourself.
Be part of this amazing blend. Join us and help us grow a better world of wellbeing and a better you.
**The qualities we look for in you:**
We believe that growth is for everyone, we believe in growing leaders and making space to grow an owners mentality and like nature we adapt, we change, and we grow. We believe in connections over hierarchies and (work)levels. We have a 'corporate start-up' approach; we act with speed and agility, and we have the strength and scale of a large corporation. We are building a better world of wellbeing and a better you.
Responsible for end to end factory logistics operations at the Lipton Suffolk, VA manufacturing site. Directly manage hourly employees across 24/7 operation.
In addition, accountable to deliver Logistics safety, quality, cost savings, business waste reduction, customer service, continuous improvement projects and sustainability improvements at the Suffolk manufacturing site.
Implement process improvement and transformation projects to reduce cost and improve efficiency of internal logistics
Develop and execute the factory logistics strategy
Manage site factory logistics budget
Manage relationships, spend, and integrated logistics operations between the manufacturing site and 3rd Party Outside Storage, Transportation Carriers, 3rd Party Network Distribution Centers
Owner of site Powered Industrial Vehicle fleet and safe driving program
Execution of standardized logistics systems, processes, KPIs, and ways of working
Customer service improvement through warehouse and transportation loss reduction using CI tools and methodology
Drive sustainability initiatives through factory warehouse improvements, transportation efficiencies, and external collaboration activities
Support internal and external operational benchmarking activities
**Youre a born leader:** You grow and develop the capabilities of your team to win
**Youre a dot connector:** Leverage external and internal input to achieve efficient operations
**Youre a changemaker:** Transform internal logistics operations and cost reduction
**Skills and Experience:**
Bachelors Degree Required
3+ years of work experience with a clear competence in Manufacturing Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Understanding of inventory control, warehousing and transportation operations, manufacturing operations, product deployment
Unilever is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.
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Chane d'approvisionnement, Suffolk, Virginie, tats-Unis