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  • Graduate Customer Development 

Graduate Supply Chain- Engineering 

Graduate Supply Chain- Go to Market 

Internal Audit Manager

    Graduate Customer Development Graduate Supply Chain- Engineering Graduate Supply Chain- Go to Market Internal Audit Manager

    How would you position a new product in a competitive market? How would you persuade retailers to take it on, to put up new displays, to take the risk of buying lots of stock for something new and unfamiliar? What will you do? Over three placements, you will work in the areas of Account Management, Category Management and Business to Business.
    In Account Management, you’ll work with a certain ‘type’ of customer, building relationships, developing promotions, negotiating and gathering an understanding of consumers. In Category Management, you’ll cover a category of products, becoming an expert on their marketplace, consumers and competitors and advising customers on suitable stocks for their demographics. In Business to Business, you’ll sell a range of food products, using your product expertise and relationship skills to keep preferred supplier relationships
    Who is it for? Any work in this area demands a lot of motivation and an ability to tackle tough situations. After all, you’ll be on the front lines, working as an ambassador for our products, making sure people forget the competition and think of Unilever first. You will need self-motivation, passion to win and the ability to build strong relationships.
    Key Responsibilities

    Building relationships with the “customer”
    Developing promotions
    Negotiating and developing understanding of shoppers
    Whether you are in category management, account management or customer marketing, a customer development role at Unilever will challenge your understanding of both our business and our consumers

    Minimum Qualifications

    Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (Upper Second-Class Honors) and a strong academic track record
    Flexibility and adaptability
    Good communication and interpersonal skills
    High levels of motivation, enthusiasm and personal initiative and drive
    Strong analytical skills
    Passion for pace and competitiveness of the retail market

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  • Marketing Lead Foods and Refreshments EA

    Marketing Lead Foods and Refreshments EA

    Job Number: 180005PN
    MAIN JOB PURPOSEOverall responsible for developing the East Africa Brand Marketing Plan and building business partnerships with regional category/brand team as well as customer marketing, finance and supply chain. In addition, the role is responsible for monitoring brand performance and implementing solutions.JOB SUMMARY

    Leads and inspires multi-functional teams to create regional Brand Marketing Plans which builds the brands in key channels and moves the brand equity towards the global vision.
    Leads the development and execution of launch and re-launch plans using funds efficiently to achieve measurable objectives.
    Leads the deployment of communication content in the local market at all relevant consumer and
    shopper touch points.
    Drives performance evaluation of regional support activities and in-store implementation against measurable objectives and relentlessly seeks ways to improve effectiveness of investments.
    Development of a share-growth-oriented marketing & category plan that seizes opportunities in product renovation, pricing strategy, competitor activities, customer/channel (e.g. convenience format, discounter) specific needs
    Represent consumer (insights), brand strategy and product quality requirements on the cross-functional discounter team
    Develop & lead implementation of activation platforms and ideas based on the brand vision plan working with ICF communication teams and agencies for RM, PR, BTL for the brand
    Translate marketing & category plan into a business framework and optimise commercial opportunities (identify threats). Feed into monthly and annual planning processes.
    Develop and implement 12-18 month portfolio roadmap including product range & quality, brand build, value delivery for consumers, pricing & affordability, range extension.
    Pro-actively feed market, category and customer requirements into platform innovation projects
    Champion optimal launch of innovation platform
    Work with communication team to ensure single minded communication message is created in line with the brand building communication plan, consistent with category needs.
    Monitor and review effectiveness of innovation and renovation programme to inform future plans. Ensure continued focus on and support of innovation platforms once launched.
    Management of marketing budgets within agreed targets and align with customer advertising activities.

    KEY REQUIREMENTS

    9+ years’ experience with at least three roles at WL2 in Brand Building, Brand Development, Customer Marketing or Account Management
    Proven experience in developing and implementing effective and integrated Brand Marketing Plans
    Proven project and budget management experience

  • Category Marketing Manager-Skin Cleansing

    Category Marketing Manager-Skin Cleansing

    Job description
    MAIN JOB PURPOSE

    The Category Marketing Manager manages the brands portfolio within the category; delivering its full P&L and Market Shares for the given country through value creation approach and in line with overall business strategy. The role is responsible for the health and performance of Category/Brand in an Operational Company and provides brand and customer priorities rooted in local insight.
     
    Job Summary

    Manage and grow Brand through brand-driven activation, renovation of current core portfolio and brilliant implementation of NPD platforms
    Achieve brand share and profitable NPS/profit growth targets through translation of brand & marketing plans into market-implementation and customer plans (with potential for tailor-made activities)
    Champion the consumer needs and brand passion within the overall business
    Champion competitive behaviour and mindset throughout the business and translate it into targeted marketing activities to grow brand share
    Deliver market- and customer-knowledge driven input into innovation platform projects and brand planning to ensure requirements of categories will be met in the future
    Lead market implementation of those platforms and develop world-class activation mix
    Development of a share-growth-oriented marketing & category plan that seizes opportunities in product renovation, pricing strategy, competitor activities, customer/channel (e.g. convenience format, discounter) specific needs
    Represent consumer (insights), brand strategy and product quality requirements on the cross-functional team
    Translate marketing & category plan into a business framework and optimise commercial opportunities (identify threats). Feed into monthly and annual planning processes.
    Develop and implement 12-18 month portfolio roadmap including product range & quality, brand build, value delivery for consumers, pricing & affordability, range extension.
    Pro-actively feed market, category and customer requirements into platform innovation projects
    Champion optimal launch of innovation platform
    Work with communication team to ensure single minded communication message is created in line with the brand building communication plan, consistent with category needs.
    Monitor and review effectiveness of innovation and renovation programme to inform future plans. Ensure continued focus on and support of innovation platforms once launched.
    Management of marketing budgets within agreed targets and align with customer advertising activities.

    Key Requirements

    10 years’ classic brand management experience in an FMCG environment.
    Category Planning skills
    Brand Launch/Brand relaunch plan management
    Sales experience will be an advantage
    A member of CIM

  • Assistant Supply Chain Manager-Third Party Manufacturing

    Assistant Supply Chain Manager-Third Party Manufacturing

    Job description
    MAIN JOB PURPOSE
    The Assistant Supply Chain Manager – Third Party Manufacturing, as a member of the Supply Chain 3rd party management cell for Africa, is responsible for combining supply chain, technology, manufacturing, and product knowledge with financial acumen to develop and execute a third party manufacturing strategy for East Africa. The strategy developed will move Africa beyond using 3PM’s for tactical purposes, leveraging 3PM’s to create competitive advantage through optimizing gross margins, improving service levels, and driving incremental growth opportunities through innovation capability and speed.
    Job Summary

    Support the development of and execution of the cross category 3PM strategy for East Africa.
    Lead and project manage capability trials and technology build at 3PM’s related to innovation, outsourcing, and savings initiatives including project planning, in partnership with appropriate functional stakeholders (technology, R&D, local)
    Enable information management and cost-opportunity decision making for E2E SC analysis. Partner with procurement to perform make/buy analysis, develop 3PM supplier segmentation model aligned with business needs, maintain trusted supplier list, and build/maintain relationships with strategic 3PM partners
    Monitor and improve 3PM performance management including cost, quality, safety and service. Specifically partner with finance and procurement to ensure proper cost controls in place around stock management and purchase price variance
    Drive improvement opportunities via partnership with 3PM’s on manufacturing losses, cost-technology-product-material benefits, drive gross margin improvement program for all categories related to 3PM sourcing opportunities
    Act as non-commercial relationship lead with 3PM’s, interface between 3PM and functional UL support
    Business partner functional stakeholders (BD, R&D, etc) for Home care, Personal care and Foods and Refreshments as related to 3PM sourcing activity in East AfricaWork with Trio team on buy/deploy innovation opportunities in East AfricaManage long term capacity as related to 3PM’s, feed into overall SC LTCP for the category

    Key Requirements

    A Technical Bachelor’s Degree
    5+years’ experience in Supply Chain, Technology, Engineering, Research &Development processing or Manufacturing role
    Proven experience in technology evaluation and delivering to business needs
    Excellent understanding of an integrated supply chain network.
    Excellent understanding of financial drivers, including make or buy analysis and decision making
    Strong Customer Service orientation
    In-depth project management skills
    In depth understanding of SAP and cost centre links

  • Procurement Assistant

    Procurement Assistant

    Job description
    MAIN JOB PURPOSE
    To assist in the running of tea tasting operations, auction data management and receipt, storage and disposal of tea samples.
    Job Summary

    Tea Tasting Process

    Liaises with tea brokers for delivery of pre-auction samples
    Prepares tasting lists for use by Saleroom Team leader
    Coordinates tea batch preparation and tasting timetable
    Supervises the preparation of weekly tea muster samples
    Acts as Lead comment taker during tasting exercises
    Responsible for training new users in tasting note taking

    Pre-Auction

    Liaises with tea brokers for weekly delivery of electronic pre-auction catalogues
    Oversees the upload of pre-auction catalogues in SRM after the completion of weekly tasting

    Sampling

    Oversees dispatch of tea samples as per instruction from Unilever Asia Private Limited and advices thereof
    Generates availability reports via Unilever’s SRM System

    Data Management

    Authenticates tasting data prior to tea categorization of auction catalogues and upload of pre-auction catalogues via SRM system
    Authenticates complete auction catalogues
    Generates catalogue pre-sort report via SRM for tea tasting exercise
    Coordinates the entry of auction buying results into SRM including some data entry. Buying results include prices and volumes purchased by Unilever and non-Unilever auction buyers

    Sale Room Practice

    Implements all provisions of Unilever’s Good Sale Room Practice
    Responsible for receipt, dispatch, storage and disposal of tea waste
    Monitors stock levels of tea tasting supplies such as milk
    Oversees Sale Room operations and scheduling

    Key Requirements

    Degree in business related field
    Excellent Computing Skills
    Must have excellent Excel skills
    Someone based in Mombasa or willing to relocate
    SAP working knowledge an added advantageCommunication and interpersonal skills

  • Project Engineer 

Radiographer 

Clinical Officer

    Project Engineer Radiographer Clinical Officer

    Job description
    MAIN JOB PURPOSE

    The Purpose of the Projects Engineer role is to ensure that engineering services are provided to facilitate efficient plant functioning and to achieve factory performance targets.

    Job Summary

    SHE

    Interprets relevant laws to ensure that standards and laws are implemented and adhered to.
    Investigates accidents and incidents and draws up reports.

    Budget

    Accountable for cost estimations and budget proposals.
    Responsible for the control and execution of work against a budget and authorisations within authority limits.
    Is responsible for ensuring capitalisation of the whole project (mechanical, electrical etc.).
    Specifies scope of work and ensures projects remain within budget.
    Obtains quotes for projects and raises the budget to deliver agreed maintenance/continuous improvement.
    Raises MMI project (miscellaneous minor items).
    Manages capital budgets by designing, implementing and commissioning the project and allocating budget and resource accordingly.

    Projects

    Responsible for the design, implementation, commissioning and hand over of projects within own area of responsibility, with emphasis on the implementation of respective engineering discipline.
    Is responsible for the writing up and training of SOP’s.
    Provides respective discipline input in multi-disciplinary projects (mechanical/ civil/ electrical).
    Draws up buying contracts, technical specifications and outlines scope of work.

    Continuous Improvement

    Makes recommendations and actions improvements within area of responsibility.
    Designs out recurring engineering problems to prevent breakdown into the future.
    Investigates, analyses and actions solutions to relevant problems identified.
    Responsible for the development and implementation of procedures and standards by sourcing and evaluating materials.

    Key Requirements

    Relevant Engineering Degree or relevant B.Tech
    3-5 years engineering experience in a manufacturing industry and capital project
    Knowledge of Excel, MS Projects, Project Schedule, SAP (Plant Maintenance and Purchasing)
    Understanding of OSH Act.
    Project Management skills.
    Customer relationship management experience
    Must be flexible to oversee projects outside Nairobi

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  • Electrical Engineer

    Electrical Engineer

    Job description
    MAIN JOB PURPOSE
    To ensure adequate and efficient supply of electrical power to support factory and administrative operations within the bounds of Unilever Specific Standards on Electrical Safety
    Job Summary

    To ensure peak performance of all factory electrical equipment by the judicious execution of a maintenance schedule and to make suggestions for upgrade/replacement as required.
    To ensure that all locations, tasks and equipment conform to the Electrical Safety Standards
    To plan and execute electrical projects for the factory’s expansion schemes within time and budget estimates
    Influence Original Equipment Manufacturers to deliver equipment within the specific Unilever Scope of equipment design.
    Support Factory Engineers in the maintenance of electrical equipment.
    Anticipate electrical capacity requirements for future expansions to make a business case for capital investment.
    Initiates plans to replace equipment whose status that have implication on electrical safety and energy efficiency.
    Rationalization/Redistribution of factory loads with due cognizance for business priority areas and optimum capacity utilization of equipment
    Coordinates a team of technicians in the execution of routine/specialized maintenance tasks for all electrical equipment.
    Ensures electrically related contracts are carried out to specific scope and within electrical safety standards.
    Periodic appraisal of technicians
    Identifies skill gaps of team and follow recommendations to close

    Key Requirements

    Minimum BSc (Hons) Electrical/Electronic Engineering
    At least 5 years’ experience in electronics maintenance and should have utilities electrical maintenance knowledge
    Must have knowledge of PLC technology; siemens, bheckof, omron
    Ability to manage team performance

  • Artwork Production Specialist

    Artwork Production Specialist

    Job description
    MAIN JOB PURPOSE
    The primary purpose of this position is to manage the creation and approval of packaging artwork from design lock, through to commercially reproducible mechanical artwork and separations which are handed over to the printer in a timely manner. This person will be responsible for initiating and managing projects using the artwork management system, and also working within a multifunctional and sometimes multinational project team to deliver projects on time, in full. There is also a responsibility to manage the creation of digital pack images and hero images for various channels and touchpoints internally and externally in an ever more digital and connected world.
    Job Summary

    Understand the artwork process, roles and responsibilities and how to fit this into the innovation project management process to deliver projects on time and in full.
    Understand the Category and Brands you are working on, Brand DNA & guidelines and plans, priorities and volume per year.
    Collaborate with marketing and design agencies at the design phase, providing expert guidance and technical inputs to ensure that the design is technically printable before the artwork is routed for internal approval.
    Set-up and run pre-production meetings bringing together design agencies, print management agencies, printers and internal stakeholders to ensure that quality and consistency is maintained from artwork to print phase of the process.
    Ensure that master design files are created according to prescribed toolbox specifications and handed over to the print management agencies correctly, and that the printed artwork matches the design requirements,
    Work with marketing to ensure visibility on artwork cost and spend, and that the printed packaging is optimized for cost e.g. print process, number of colours etc.
    Take accountability for delivery of mechanical artwork and separation files to printers, proactively manage issues if/as they arise.
    Create and manage projects in the internal artwork management system adhering to Unilever’s defined artwork process.

    Key Requirements

    1 – 3 Years’ experience in artwork management or a similar role, which may include: print production, print management, graphic design, packaging development and or supply management, etc.
    A degree in Design or related field
    Ability to build collaborative relationships
    Hold people accountable
    Good organizational awareness
    Strong at influencing and negotiating skills

  • Capex Accountant -Factory Budgets 

Tax Assistant

    Capex Accountant -Factory Budgets Tax Assistant

    Job description
    MAIN JOB PURPOSE
    To timely, accurately record and capitalize assets as they are placed in service, and record transfers and dispositions of assets in the fixed assets modules & communicate with departmental personnel involved in these processes from acquisition to disposal.
    Job Summary

    Create and monitor a system of controls (GFCF), policies and procedures for the recordation of fixed assets.
    Participate in month-end closing activities and working closely with the rest of the finance team.
    Record fixed asset acquisitions and dispositions in the accounting system and ensure such are tagged within policy period.
    Monitor and enforce compliance on capitalization policies and procedures
    Track the compilation of project costs into fixed asset accounts, and close out those accounts once the related projects have been completed.
    Investigate the potential obsolescence of fixed assets
    Ensure monthly timely reports submitted via reporting tool or as required – Marlin tool
    Represent the company during any audits that involve fixed assets
    Track company expenditures for fixed assets in comparison to the capital budget and management authorizations.
    Prepare audit schedules relating to fixed assets, and assist the auditors in their inquiries.

    Key Requirements

    Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance desired but not a must.
    Holder of Professional qualification vis CPA, C.I.M.A or any other from recognized body.
    At least 2-3 Years’ Experience in FMCG as Fixed Asset accountant or similar role desirable.
    Experience working with MRP and/or ERP systems (SAP)
    Progressive Financial Analysis experience preferred

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  • Production Cost Accountant

    Production Cost Accountant

    Job description
    MAIN JOB PURPOSE
    As a member of the Finance Excellence Team, responsible to ensuring reliability and accuracy of all Product Cost Estimates for Raw/Packaging materials and Finished Goods for all East Africa countries. Proactively identify all costs, issues and risk involving stocks and inform on its impact on business results. Reconciliation of all critical financial control accounts related to this area of responsibility.
    Job Summary

    Ensuring Bill of Materials (BOMs) are correct and current in the system, all the components in the BOM are active and have current prices, and the production versions are updated accordingly
    Coordinate the calculation of landed costs for bought ins, and provide these costs to the SA Costing team for release in the system.
    Coordinate the calculation of transfer prices by the South Africa Costing team for packs exported from Kenya for the quarterly Transfer Pricess; calculate TPs for packs and/or materials exported from Kenya on a need basis during the quarter.
    Analyse material usage variances for all manufacturing plants, sharing reports thereof and organising weekly meetings with stakeholders in order to obtain explanations and corrective actions. In addition, ensure that monthly reports on these variances are published per laid down processes.
    Analyse consumption purchasing price variances every month in SAP, investigating the causes of the variances, and correcting any areas that need corrections.
    Monitor stock values, analyse differences between standard and weighted average cost of stock and ensure reconciliation or correction and per policy.
    Work closely with the Procurement team to ensure that the prices they provide for RM, PM and 3rd Party materials have taken all factors affecting prices into consideration.

    Key Requirements

    Must be a graduate of a Business Course, preferably with excellent Accounting background
    At least 1-3 years’ experience in Management Accounting in FMCG or similar industry
    Decision Support and Analytical Skills
    Performance Monitoring and Management of Business Planning Processes
    Good knowledge/hands on of an ERP system- SAP.