Logistics Lead

Unilever•Chicago, IL

1d•$88,600 - $133,000

About The Position

The Logistics Lead coordinates key functions involved in the Deployment Planning Process and ensures inventory is strategically allocated according to the tier structure. The role maintains the product allocation table related to stock allocation and provides first-line supervision for execution of the DRP process, resolution of stock issues, and maintenance of invalid shipments and receipts. Serving as a focal point for Logistics and Supply Chain Planning functions—including Warehousing, Transportation, Customer Support, Manufacturing, Capabilities, and Logistics Finance—the Logistics Lead manages batch job analysis and supports holiday scheduling. The role also develops and distributes organizational analysis and KPIs, trains analysts, and develops and coaches 5–8 direct salary reports.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 4 years of experience in Planning or related experience.
Clear competence in Deployment Planning, Supply Chain Planning, and Customer Service.
Strong understanding of Transportation and Warehousing.
Proficiency in written and verbal communication.
Effective presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

SAP experience.
Experience leading direct reports.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the key functions involved in the Deployment Planning Process.
Ensure inventory is strategically allocated in accordance with the tier structure.
Maintain the product allocation table related to stock allocation.
Provide first-line supervision for executing the DRP process.
Resolve stock issues and maintain invalid shipments and receipts.
Serve as a focal point for Logistics and Supply Chain Planning functions, including Warehousing, Transportation, Customer Support, Manufacturing, Capabilities, and Logistics Finance.
Manage batch job analysis and support holiday scheduling.
Develop and distribute analysis and KPIs across the organization.
Provide training to analysts.
Develop and coach 5–8 direct salary reports.