Procurement Transition Specialist - ekaterra Tea (Lipton, Tazo, Pukka) Job at Unilever
Job Title: Procurement Transition Specialist
Job location: Englewood Cliffs, NJ
Job type - Contingent worker
Who we are…and what we do:
With an annual turnover of around €2bn, ekaterra is the world’s largest tea business, with world-class, purpose-driven brands such as Lipton, Pukka, Tazo, T2 and PG Tips. ‘eka’ is a word taken from the Sanskrit language which means unity and one purpose, while ‘terra’ represents the earth and nature. As ekaterra we are truly united in one purpose: growing a world of wellbeing through the regenerative power of plants.
In July 2022, CVC Capital Partners Fund VIII took over the full ownership of the ekaterra business from its previous owner, Unilever. As a standalone entity with a dedicated single-category focus, ekaterra is even better positioned to lead the tea industry, delivering higher growth and value, and a greater impact on the wider world. With 11 production factories in four continents and tea growing estates in three countries, ekaterra is a profitable and growing business whose brands reach hundreds of millions of consumers. It has a presence in over 100 countries.
Under the ownership of CVC, ekaterra has an exciting future ahead with opportunities for increased investments in our iconic brands, our people, and our capabilities. Combining the strength and scale of our brands with a focus on speed and agility, ekaterra is brewing a corporate start-up mindset that’s opening-up new opportunities for its people to flourish every day.
At ekaterra, we put consumer love at the heart of every decision. We celebrate diverse thinkers who take personal ownership to connect ideas and make impactful things happen; people who share our values around humanity and courage and give their commitment to nurturing the wellbeing of all. In return, we offer a working culture that gives our people freedom and flexibility, and where they can grow both personally and professionally to master their field.
Be part of our amazing blend. Come and grow yourself and, in turn, help us to grow a world of wellbeing.
Your Role:
The Procurement Transition Specialist will support the procurement team in the area of contract tracking and reviewing of supplier contracts in the Americas under the supervision of the Indirect Procurement Manager and also support in the validating that supplier information is correct prior to being entered into ekaterra’s new IT systems.
This person should have hand on experience with understanding supplier/3PM contracts to assist the local teams in daily tasks. Experience negotiating and redlining contract commercial terms a plus. This individual should feel comfortable working with ambiguity and making decisions without much guidance.
Your Key Responsibilities:
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Work with Cross Functional team to implement and execute local contracts are in place for the portfolios.
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Work with the Legal Counsel to finalize commercial agreements using relevant contractual operating framework of UPAs/STCs etc.
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Work closely with Supply Partners to ensure compliance to defined Procurement procedures and adhere to the Code of Business Principles.
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Work in an effective, cohesive team environment (Ability to understand all areas of Procurement).
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Implementation of local sourcing agreements at assigned site cluster level within the portfolio.
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Support procurement (both indirect and direct, as required) and data team in data validation of supplier master data, reaching out to suppliers for important documentation.
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Support Procurement & Other Cross Functional teams by providing timely and accurate assistance on relevant topics and initiatives as required.
Stakeholder Management and key interfaces:
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Project Blossom Global (Central) and Local Procurement teams
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Legal Team
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Procurement Leadership team
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Supply Chain Leadership team
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Local Suppliers / Partners
Skills and Experience:
Ability to take initiative.- Ability to take ownership over assigned tasks.
- Project management experience, ability to coordinate and track lists of
suppliers.
- Attention to detail.
- Must be an articulate communicator (verbal and written).
- Ability to collaborate with stakeholders (people skills) .
- Show passion and practical creativity.
- Competent in Power BI, Office, and SAP Ariba, an asset.
- Ability to analyze, interpret data.
- Be able to demonstrate influencing skills.
- Experience in business partnering.
- Curiosity to use, or suggest adaptions to, new technology.
- Analytical thinker.
- Digital aware and capable.
Essentials:
Bachelor's degree- 3> years’ experience in procurement or supply chain.
- 1-2 years’ experience in project management.
- Experience in supplier or customer relationship management.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams.
Preferred:
University and or professional qualifications related to Business, procure-
ment, or supply chain.
- Prior experience in Procurement in Food and Beverage Industry.
The qualities we look for:
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.
What's in it for you:
We believe that growth is for everyone, we believe in growing leaders, and we believe in making space to grow an owner’s mentality. 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.
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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
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