Fulltime Assistant Procurement Manager at Unilever Rotterdam
As an Assistant Global Procurement Manager at Unilever in Rotterdam, you’ll take on a vital role in managing global sourcing strategies.
What are you going to do:
In this fulltime position, you’ll join the Global Naturals Procurement team and support the end-to-end buying responsibilities for Unilever’s Animal Proteins category. You’ll focus on driving cost efficiencies, ensuring supply continuity, and enabling Unilever’s commitments to animal welfare. With a global remit covering Chicken Meat and Seafood, and regional coordination across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, you’ll work closely with internal teams like R&D, Finance, and Sustainability, and build long-term relationships with suppliers.
Your Responsibilities
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Assist in developing global procurement strategies for animal proteins like meat, eggs, and seafood
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Drive cost savings, value creation, and ensure supply resilience through strong sourcing strategies and negotiations
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Lead global responsibility for sourcing chicken and seafood, and support the implementation of Unilever’s Cage Free and High Animal Welfare initiatives
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Manage existing supplier relationships and scout for new partnerships aligned with global sourcing goals
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Work cross-functionally with global teams to align category plans and contribute to key innovations and technology improvements
What we offer:
- A gross monthly salary between €3,700 and €5,000, depending on experience;
- Travel cost reimbursement or public transport compensation;
- A chance to help shape global sourcing strategies and drive sustainability;
- Opportunities for learning, growth, and international collaboration;
- Pension and vacation days from your first working day;
- An open, diverse, and supportive team culture.
What we ask:
- At least finished hbo preferably in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Business;
- Minimum 3 years of experience in Procurement or Supply Chain; experience in FMCG is a plus;
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills;
- Fluent in English; another European language is a plus;
- A “can-do” mentality, strong communication skills, and experience working cross-functionally.
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Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Middelbare school, HBO, Universiteit
- Location
- Rotterdam
- Working hours per week
- 40
- Type of Contract
- Fulltime (startersfunctie), Fulltime (ervaren)
- Salary indication
- Tussen €3.850 en €4.800 Per maand
- Responsible for
- Drive global procurement for animal proteins, ensuring supply security, cost savings, and supporting Unilever’s animal welfare and sustainability commitments.
- Published at
- 26-05-2025

Recruiter
Max Verbakel
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