Africa Data Analytics & Investigations Manager at Unilever

MAIN JOB PURPOSE:

Overview:

Reporting to the Business Unit Africa Security Director, the Africa Data Analytics & Investigations Manager will be responsible for the development and execution of the Security driven data analytics and investigations strategy to prevent loss, diversion or manipulation of Engineering spares, Raw & Packaging Materials or Semi-Finished Goods & Finished Goods relating to the balance sheet as well as all forms of expenditure relating to the income statement.

The role will aim to protect all forms of spend, materials and finished goods at all stages of the procurement, manufacturing, logistics and sales chain including promotions and new routes to market.  This encompasses Unilever operations in our markets for Southern Africa, East Africa & West Africa.

The holder will work with an extensive business network to achieve their objectives.  They should be a proven leader and influencer.

JOB SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the delivery of an end-to-end Security driven data analytics and investigations strategy across our Africa market; Southern Africa, East Africa & West Africa.
• Work with stakeholders in these markets to protect assets and reduce loss across all business areas.
• Raise awareness of lessons learnt from control breaches within the operation and with business stakeholders.
• Develop business cases in support of the Security driven data analytics and investigation strategy for approval, financial and technical resource allocation, and provide the change leadership to deliver implementation.
• Coordinate all Africa investigations ensuring stakeholder engagement throughout the process.
• Support site risk assessments and design of security measures to prevent loss.
• You will be the subject matter expert for Security data analytics and investigations in Africa, including but not limited to technology, infrastructure, physical and training needs.
• Routine central monitoring, escalation and reporting, and analysis that measures cost/benefit of the programme.

The Person:

• Influences senior leaders around security plans and actions - can paint a compelling picture of risk and the need to change.
• Has the ability to adapt to different cultural operating environments.
• Excellent communication skills - communicates security policies and requirements clearly to the regional and global audiences the role will encounter.
• This role will work collaboratively with other departments across Unilever Africa (including procurement, supply chain, business integrity, finance, customer development & digital sales). You will be a problem solver with sound and measured judgement relating to practical security solutions.
• Ability to work within a high tempo, fast changing and dynamic environment with the skills required to prioritise and deliver in change management.
• Leverage an active regional network to share security information, trends and evolving operational practice.  Participate in industry forums.

Skills & Knowledge:

• In-depth knowledge required of material controls, waste management and other loss areas including sales and promotion manipulation.  A background in SAP and stocktake management is essential.  An ability to exploit online data is key.
• Able to develop a clear business case to attract investment to reduce loss.  A commercial mind-set.
• Understand threats, vulnerabilities and specific risks related to the effective control of systems and infrastructure within the supply chain, marketing, and sales environment.
• Advanced programme and project management skills – can define and lead cohesive programmes of action.
• Understand and apply the full range of corporate investigative capabilities, whilst ensuring their lawful application.
• You must have a good understanding of stock controls and end-to-end SAP management.
• Able to manage and exploit bulk data, analyse key trends, and effectively communicate the insights.
• Conduct reviews of security processes to validate effectiveness of security controls (people, processes, and technology).

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
• Security Diploma or similar professional qualification.

ESSENTIAL:

• At least 4 years of experience and demonstrated success in positions of increasing responsibility within private sector corporate security or public sector organization.
• Designed and implemented an end-to-end Security data analytics and investigation strategy for a large company.
• At least 3 years of experience in a significant leadership role.
• Fluent in English language skills.

DESIRED:

• Experience in developing and delivering training.
• Experience in dealing with very sensitive and significant high value investigations across a regional setting.