JOB PURPOSE
Do you want to be part of driving the digital transformation in Ice Cream R&D?
Do you want to help drive a future-fit digital & data (science) capability internally across the IC R&D organization as well as the right ecosystems of partners?
Do you want to take role within Innovation/Renovation Projects with latest digital capabilities & skills?
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In R&D, we are on a mission to transform the way we work using digital & data everywhere. It starts at the foundation to ensure all our core data (specifications, experimental and product info) are of the highest quality across our global portfolio (which is large and complex). At the same time, we are building our data & analytics capability to get value from our data through the right insights, reports and dashboards to support decision-making. Finally, we are building our data science capability to use our data for modeling and enable better design, optimization, and predictions. Almost like learning to walk and run at the same time. As the METUI region, we aim to be at the frontline in terms of driving digital transformation plans in line with global agenda as well as developing local solutions.
In a different area, we are also working to deliver against Future Foods, Force for Good and Climate Transition Plan targets on environment, waste and social aspects of our portfolio. This role will also be working for Climate Action platform and ensure project delivery in close partnership across functions (R&D executives, Marketing; Supply Chain; Procurement) as well as key (external) partners and suppliers (e.g. 3PM, suppliers) within MET region. It will cover portfolio transformation in line with the project tasks regarding climate action and will have an important impact on sustainable future agenda.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Taking part in planning & implementation of IC digital transformation plans from a data-driven/digital-first perspective.
- Taking part in building/tracking IC digital upskilling program for the regional teams
- Support regional teams in terms of digital tools use & data proficiency.
- Driving Cara Readiness agenda & E2E data management through PLM 2.0.
- Drive Agile Innovation program; support R&D project teams to make sure the “in-silico first approach” is applied and “digital first & data-driven decision making” is embedded into project management pathways.
- Due to strategic requirements this role will take responsibility for delivering R&D activities related to the climate action projects in line with the project timeline. Expected to plan, coordinate and lead lab and pilot plant studies for the project.
- Due to strategic requirements, this role can also take place in other R&D Operations; Inno Funnel management, R&D budget management, etc. by using the highest digital skill sets.
- In line with R&D Funnel targets, this role can also take place in import/export projects as an R&D technologist.
ALL ABOUT YOU
- Bachelor's degree from an engineering background (Foods / Chemical / any relevant)
- Years of experience: from 0 to 3
- High interest in digital trends & science and technology
- Track record in management and delivery of complex and challenging projects/initiatives
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong data driven / analytical / solution-oriented thinking
- Basic understanding of R&D processes
- A strong team player
- Experience/know-how using Data Management Systems is an advantage
- Basic understanding of data analytics and modelings an adventage
- Experience/know-how in Microsoft 365 tools; Teams, Sharepoint, Planner, PowerBI, Flow, Power Apps etc. is an advantage
- Advanced in English
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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