Assistant Manager – SCFS PEC

Job Description

Job Title - Assistant Manager - SCFS PEC

Job Location - Bangalore

ABOUT UNILEVER:

Be part of the world's most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best. Every day, nine out of ten Indian households use our products to feel good, look good and get more out of life - giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future.

Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you'll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you'll channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we'll work to help you become a better you.

ABOUT UNIOPS:

Unilever Operations (UniOps) is the global technology and operations engine of Unilever offering business services, technology, and enterprise solutions. UniOps serves over 190 locations and through a network of specialized service lines and partners delivers insights and innovations, user experiences and end-to-end seamless delivery making Unilever Purpose Led and Future Fit.

Function and Service Line Introduction

As part of the Global Supply Chain Finance Services (SCFS) team at Unilever, this role contributes to our purpose:. SCFS aims to create value through continuous global impact on Unilever's financial results.

Our scope includes costing, accounting, reporting, and controlling within Supply Chain Finance. We operate in a dynamic environment driven by continuous improvement, automation, and data-driven insights.

SCFS activities are delivered from three continents:

- Europe (Poland)

- Americas (Mexico)

- Asia (India)

Purpose of the Role

The SCFS Process Excellence Assistant Manager supports the strategic development of integrated SCFS services and IT. You will lead process optimization, automation, and transformation initiatives.

This role ensures compliance with the Global Process Model and Financial Controls Framework, drives operational efficiencies, and supports global harmonization. You will work closely with regional counterparts and report to the Global PEC Manager.

Key Responsibilities

- Redesign assigned processes to create future-fit global models using simplification, automation, outsourcing, and centralization (Tier 3 model)

- Conduct feasibility assessments and build business case proposals

- Plan, coordinate, and deliver project roadmaps aligned with stakeholders

- Lead implementation of major changes to global process models and capabilities

- Manage change, training, and communication across UniOps and stakeholders

- Perform detailed E2E impact assessments and feasibility studies

- Analyze SAP platforms and propose initiatives to improve efficiency and controls

- Drive digital disruption and future-fit technology adoption

- Collaborate with peers in global design for cross-workstream processes

- Support operations teams in continuous improvement and design changes

- Maintain and govern Global Process Models (GPMs), narratives, and desktop procedures

- Ensure high-quality delivery of centralized SCFS activities

- Manage stakeholder relationships and governance with market operations partners

Experience & Qualifications

Required:

- 5+ years of professional experience including team leadership and change management

- Strong understanding of Supply Chain Finance processes

- Experience in regional/global roles with virtual stakeholder engagement

- Deep knowledge of Product Costing

- Prior experience in SC Finance (Factory, Logistics, Procurement Finance)

- Solid project management and stakeholder management experience

- Expertise in Financial Accounting (Cost Accruals, Project Accounting)

- Fluent in English (Business level)

Preferred:

- Advanced project management skills

- SAP FICO expertise

Skills

- Strong knowledge of supply chain processes and financial controls

- Project and change management capabilities

- Analytical and problem-solving mindset

- Robust risk and controls management

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to influence senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams

- Customer and service-centric mindset

- Proactive in challenging the status quo

- Passion for technology and digital innovation

- Accountability and ownership

- Expertise in SAP FICO and accounting

- Flexibility to work across time zones

Leadership Skills

Unilever Behaviours:

- Passion for High Performance:Takes ownership for execution and results. Motivates teams to deliver at speed.

- Business Acumen:Identifies opportunities for profitable growth across core and adjacent areas.

NOTE:

At HUL, we believe that every individual irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, nationality, caste, disability or marital status can bring their purpose to life. So apply to us, to unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes use your energy to make the world a better place. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we'll work to help you become a better you