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’re on a mission to create the ultimate snacking company. A place where growth, innovation, founder and ownership mentality, and performance are cultivated and rewarded. And where we craft extraordinary ice cream experiences - transforming ordinary moments into lasting memories.
About The Magnum Ice Cream Company
The Magnum Ice Cream Company is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers’ businesses. Growing our people’s careers. Growth begins with empowerment. So we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it.
With 19,000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry. We have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations.
We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of The Magnum Ice Cream Company as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen 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 you
Job 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 E2E execution of these work stream 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. Also organize related corrective actions for new 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 to make analysis and compare warehouses to capturing 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 is dependent 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: Has , understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.
CONSUMER LOVE: Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.
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