UniOps Supply Chain Business Partner

Unilever is currently hiring for: UniOps Supply Chain Business Partner

Function:Information & Technology

Reports to:Supply Chain Business Partner Manager

Scope:Local

Location: Johannesburg

Terms & Conditions: Full time

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

This role exists to play a key role in enabling digital transformation across the supply chain function. This role is designed for a forward-thinking professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about leveraging technology to drive operational excellence.

You will act as a strategic interface between business stakeholders and digital product teams, ensuring that digital solutions are aligned with business needs and deliver measurable value. Your focus will be on improving productivity, reducing costs, and enhancing customer-centricity through innovative digital initiatives.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to Unilever’s growth agenda by embedding digital capabilities into core supply chain operations, while also supporting business continuity and resilience. You’ll be part of a team that believes in doing work that matters — for people and the planet.

Because here, we don’t just hire for jobs. We invite you to be part of something bigger.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as the primary digital advisor for 1UL market, offering strategic insights and technical recommendations to optimize supply chain operations.

• Collaborate with Product Teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and process automation.

• Lead or support deployment activities, ensuring solutions are tailored to business needs and integrated seamlessly into existing processes.

• Manage applications such as ERP, Demand Planning, and MES to enhance supply chain operations

• Support planning for service outages and ensure business continuity.

• Escalate critical incidents with quantified business impact to product owners.

• Drive adoption and realization of digital benefits across supported markets.

• Align digital strategies with business goals and operational needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or related discipline.

• 3+ years of experience in a business-facing IT role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong understanding of:

  • Business IT and functional strategies

  • Group operating models and cross-functional impacts

  • Business process management and metrics

  • Supply chain planning processes and systems (e.g., ERP, MES, WMS)

• Core skills:

  • Technical acumen: A strong understanding of digital technologies, platforms, and trends relevant to supply chain and IT operations.

  • Effective project management and change management skills.

  • Communications: Clear and effective communication across technical and non-technical audiences, and strong teamwork.

  • Stakeholder management: Ability to build trust, communicate effectively, and influence decisions across diverse teams and leadership levels.

  • Change management: Ability to guide teams through transitions, whether it’s new systems, processes, or ways of working.

Unilever is an equal opportunities employer and committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.  We are intentional in employing the best talent that reflects the demographics of our country and which will help build representation of currently under-represented groups. We therefore invite applications from all candidates representing diversity of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. When appointing potential candidates, the South African Employment Equity and Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment Legislation will be considered.  

We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. If you are applying as a foreign national, please note that you may be requested to provide supporting documents supporting this.

This is an office-based role in Johannesburg (site) and requires 100% of time attendance on site.

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.