Logistics Director

Title : Global Logistics Director – Global Product Owner & HC BP

Reporting into : Andrew Spicher

Work Level : WL3X

Location: Kingston - ( Location agnostic)

About UnileverWith 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.

Why this role mattersThis is a unique opportunity to shape the future of global logistics at scale—leading the transformation of Unilever’s logistics capabilities across strategy, digital innovation, and operational performance.You will operate at the intersection of supply chain, technology, and business leadership, partnering directly with senior executives to deliver step-change improvements in cost, service, and sustainability across one of the world’s largest consumer goods networks.Key Responsibilities & The impact you’ll deliverShape Global Logistics Strategy• Define and drive the end-to-end logistics Product agenda (process, technology, operating model)• Drive adoption across markets, ensuring consistency and impact• Lead cross-market alignment on standards, KPIs, and execution roadmaps• Lead global initiatives to unlock cost-to-serve improvements, productivity gains, and service excellence (Cost to Serve, Design to Distribute, Direct Dispatch, etc.)• Translate long-term strategy into a clear, executable global logistics roadmapLead Digital & AI-Driven Transformation• Drive the adoption of advanced analytics, AI, and digital logistics solutions• Elevate transport visibility and decision-making through real-time data and predictive insights• Partner with Digital & Technology teams to build and scale next-generation logistics capabilitiesBusiness Partner to Home Care Leadership• Act as a strategic advisor to Home Care Supply Chain leadership• Translate business needs into scalable logistics solutions and capabilities• Co-create and deliver the 3-year logistics masterplan, ensuring alignment to business prioritiesDeliver Performance at Scale• Support global performance improvement across transport networks• Improve cost, service reliability, and agility through continuous improvement and innovation• Partner markets to deliver performance framework across regionsRepresent Unilever Externally

Act as a thought leader in global logistics

Engage in industry forums and partnerships to bring external innovation into Unilever

What makes this role unique• Global scope + senior visibility: Direct engagement with the Chief Product Supply Officer and global LT• Transformation ownership: Not incremental improvement—this role defines the future state• Digital leadership: Work at the forefront of AI and advanced analytics in logistics• Enterprise-wide impact: Influence cost, service, and sustainability across multiple regions• Build and shape capability: Drive a “Product-led logistics” model across UnileverIdeal candidate profile

Proven leadership in global logistics / supply chain transformation

Strong track record in digital, analytics, or AI-enabled operations

Ability to operate at both strategic and execution levels

Experience influencing senior stakeholders across functions and regions

Passion for building scalable, future-ready operating models

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