Unilever is seeking an Assistant Manager – ManEx to drive the effective application of World Class Manufacturing (WCM) techniques across the sourcing unit.
The role focuses on identifying and eliminating operational losses through cost deployment, loss-tree analysis, focused improvement, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement methodologies. The successful candidate will also train, coach, and mentor teams to strengthen problem-solving and manufacturing excellence capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Focused Improvement (FI), Kaizen, and Manufacturing Excellence (ManEx) initiatives across the site.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Train, coach, and mentor leaders, managers, and operators on WCM and problem-solving methodologies.
Apply root cause analysis and continuous improvement tools to identify and eliminate operational losses.
Facilitate the identification, implementation, and replication of best practices.
Support effective knowledge sharing and transfer of lessons across the sourcing unit.
Act as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for site performance governance.
Monitor and manage key operational and business KPIs.
Lead productivity, efficiency, performance improvement, and cost-saving initiatives.
Drive governance and sustainment of the Daily Management System (DMS).
Support the site's strategic roadmap and transformation initiatives.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities and remove performance losses.
Provide performance insights and recommendations to site leadership.
Support timely decision-making and sustained business results.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Postgraduate-level education in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
Experienced WCM Practitioner with the ability to work across WCM pillars.
Strong knowledge of continuous improvement and Quality Improvement tools.
Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the FMCG industry.
Experience working as part of a Project Management team.
Understanding of project management tools and techniques.
Ability to teach, coach, and mentor teams in WCM and continuous improvement practices.
Key Skills
World Class Manufacturing (WCM)
Manufacturing Excellence (ManEx)
Focused Improvement
Kaizen
Continuous Improvement
Root Cause Analysis
Problem Solving
Cost Deployment
Loss Tree Analysis
KPI & Performance Management
Daily Management System (DMS)
Project Management
Productivity & Efficiency Improvement
Cost Reduction
Coaching & Mentoring
Cross-functional Collaboration
Data-driven Decision Making
Leadership Competencies
Passion for High Performance
Personal Mastery
Consumer Focus
Purpose & Service
Agility
Ownership and Accountability
Resilience
Collaboration and Continuous Learning
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the official Unilever Careers Portal before the closing date.
🔎 Source: Official Careers Portal
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