[Hiring] Assistant Depot Manager @Unilever

Role Description

Support the Depot Manager in running an efficient, safe and compliant depot operation, ensuring timely receipt, storage and dispatch of products to customers while optimizing cost, service and inventory accuracy.

Key responsibilities

• Support day-to-day warehouse and depot operations (inbound, storage, outbound, returns) to meet service and OTIF targets.
• Coordinate manpower planning, shift schedules and allocation of resources (MHE, space, docks).
• Monitor inventory accuracy, perform cycle counts and support investigation/resolution of stock variances.
• Ensure compliance with Unilever safety, quality, hygiene and regulatory standards; drive a “zero incident” culture.
• Track and report key KPIs (productivity, damages, turnaround time, costs) and support improvement actions.
• Liaise with transport, planning, customer service and 3PL partners to resolve operational issues.
• Support deployment of digital tools and continuous improvement / CI projects in the depot.
• Coach and supervise warehouse staff and contractors, supporting performance and capability development.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse / depot / logistics operations, preferably FMCG or similar environment.
• Knowledge of WMS, inventory management and basic supply chain planning concepts.
• Strong problem solving, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, operational environment; flexible with shifts.
• Graduate in Supply Chain / Logistics / Operations (preferred) or related discipline.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life! This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.

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