Sr. Manager Manufacturing Excellence and Logistics
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on126, Yasmine Drive, Hoke County, North Carolina, 28376, United States
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Factory Director, the Senior Manager of Manufacturing Excellence (ManEx) and Logistics will drive the Raeford, NC site to meet 'Best in Industry' standards. As the home of the Unilever Deodorant Center of Excellence, this factory is a critical hub for personal care manufacturing. This position plays a pivotal role in owning and driving a continuous improvement culture, focusing on Safety, Quality, Output, and Cost transformation through Unilever Manufacturing Standards.
You will lead the logistics operation and serve as the primary interface across Warehousing, Transportation, Planning, Customer Support, and Finance. Working alongside the leadership team, manufacturing engineers, and trainers, you will lead the 'Golden Triangle' to launch continuous improvement projects aligned with the site's Master Plan. Your day-to-day involves leading deployment planning, inventory allocation to meet service targets, and optimizing stock positioning while ensuring the execution of DRP processes and managing shipment accuracy.
This role is instrumental in transforming the factory into a 'lighthouse factory' by leading digital initiatives and real-time data analytics. You will champion the Unilever Manufacturing System (UMS), chair the Focused Improvement (FI) Pillar, and build a high-performing logistics team that embraces new technology to create a safe, fast-paced, and competitive operation.
Work location
Work model: On-site
126, Yasmine Drive, Hoke County, North Carolina, 28376, United States
North Carolina
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleLead continuous improvement culture and mentor employees in lean manufacturing tools
- check_circleDrive factory digital initiatives and real-time data analytics for safety and quality
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, 5W2H, 5-WHY, Kaizen, Statistical Process Controls, Unilever Manufacturing System, Focused Improvement, Agile, Osha.
Education: Bachelor's degree required.
Frequently asked questions about Sr. Manager Manufacturing Excellence and Logistics at Unilever
What does a Sr. Manager Manufacturing Excellence and Logistics at Unilever do?expand_more
A Sr. Manager Manufacturing Excellence and Logistics at Unilever is responsible for the following: Lead continuous improvement culture and mentor employees in lean manufacturing tools; Drive factory digital initiatives and real-time data analytics for safety and quality; Manage logistics team operations to ensure 95%+ dispatch rate for NA DEO sticks; and Track Unilever Manufacturing System activities and report progress against planned activities.
What are the requirements for this Sr. Manager Manufacturing Excellence and Logistics role?expand_more
Unilever is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree required; Minimum 6-10+ years of continuous improvement (Lean Manufacturing) with some logistics experience; Experience with manufacturing equipment, concepts and regulations; Data analytics and visualization skills using PowerBI, Tableau, or similar data software; Experience managing and driving accountability of Safety/OSHA/EPA requirements; and Experience in personal care or FMCG/CPG environment.