Ice Cream Logistic Engineering Manager

Overview Ice Cream Logistic Engineering Manager Function : Supply Chain Reports to : METSA Engineering and Technology Head Scope : Ice Cream Turkey Location : Corlu or Konya IC Factory Terms & Conditions : Full Time Permanent The Ice Cream division at Unilever is preparing to stand on its own, aiming to become an independent, EUR 8.3 billion publicly listed company by the end of 2025. We are on a mission to create the ultimate snacking company, where growth, innovation, ownership mentality, and performance are cultivated and rewarded. About The Magnum Ice Cream Company The Magnum Ice Cream Company is focused on growth—growing our business, our customers’ businesses, and our people’s careers. Growth begins with empowerment. We enable our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to deliver amazing products and unforgettable moments. With 19,000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company, serving happiness for generations in 76 countries. We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of The Magnum Ice Cream Company as a standalone entity, planned before the end of 2025. We dream big but keep things simple to act fast. If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream , this is the place for youJob Purpose Manage the Infrastructure, Energy, Utilities, Compliance and improvement projects and initiatives for Ice cream warehouses in Turkey. This role will also be responsible for Capex estimates, Detail Engineering and leading end-to-end execution of these work streams and any future Logistics Engineering Projects of Turkey Ice cream business. Key Responsibilities Lead the engineering projects and work with site team for process upgrade, efficiency improvement. Develop project plans, timelines and budgets for logistics initiatives. Coordinate and execute projects to enhance the efficiency of warehousing, transportation and distribution processes. Follow up all capital expenditure (Capex) process. Identify opportunities for process improvements within the logistics and supply chain functions and potential risks in logistics projects and develop strategies to mitigate them. Implement best practices to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including supply chain, Operations and IT, to ensure seamless project execution. Communicate project updates, milestones and challenges to stakeholders at all levels. Lead all types of machinery and building based projects in the Warehouses by following related Local & Unilever Technical Standards and implement projects with his/her team in line with Safety & Quality procedures. Establish convenient periodic & preventive maintenance programs for new equipment and organize related corrective actions for newly launched machines if needed. Follow up all “Third Party” related supporting jobs beside main project execution. Lead all project related employees in terms of Safety, Health, Environment based issues. Implement contingency plans to ensure project timelines and deliverables are met. Responsible for analyzing and comparing warehouses to capture further efficiencies. Discussing & challenging business growth for needed capacity. What You Need To Succeed EXPERIENCES & QUALIFICATIONS : You’re a born leader: Leads technology, capital, innovation, capacity, and value improvement projects in the Ice Cream category. Responsible for providing estimates, options assessment, and technical support for these projects. Carries out tasks related to project assessment, technical support and implementation with minimum supervision. Ensures compliance with Unilever equipment and safety standards, specifications, and best practices. This shall include process/equipment evaluations, industrial trials, preliminary engineering, project cost controls, timeline, establishment of commissioning plan, plant/equipment commissioning. You’re a change maker: Our success depends on change, and the Engineering Manager role is a critical contributor to driving improvements against all business metrics (safety, technology, quality, finance, etc). You’re a dot connector: Communication with all key stakeholders (departments) to ensure full alignment with project scopes, timelines, impact and key project milestones. 5+ years’ experience in Logistics Warehouse Engineering / Project Engineering and Management with FMCG experience strongly preferred. Experience of Ammonia refrigeration, Utilities, Ice cream Warehousing. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a people or project management role. Professional engineering skills. Experience in Project Delivery and managing project budgets. Preferred Firsthand experience / track record of delivering major (€Multi Million) capital projects within Unilever or similar FMCG environment. Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors. PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Has emotional intelligence to take feedback, manage mood and motivations, and build empathy for others. PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Generates intensity and focus to motivate people to deliver results at speed. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. TALENT CATALYST: Invests in people – coaches individuals and teams to realize their full potential. Creates an inclusive climate, empowering everyone to be at their best. PURPOSE & SERVICE: Leadership as service to others, inside and outside Unilever. CONSUMER LOVE: Invests time to understand consumer needs. BUSINESS ACUMEN: Creates sustainable growth with purpose, engaging different partners across the system for change. What You Can Expect A unique mix of global scale & start-up spirit—€8.3bn powerhouse with an agile, entrepreneurial mindset. We’re building a new high growth Ice Cream company from the ground up. Career without limits—42 markets, international opportunities, and fast tracked growth. A performance-driven culture—Freedom to act, disrupt and grow – your success is measured by impact. A company that celebrates joy, innovation, and purpose—We create extraordinary careers, just like our ice cream creates extraordinary moments. Additional Information As publicly announced, Unilever will separate its Ice Cream business which is expected by the end of 2025. This role will