Pepsi Lipton Supply Chain Export Champion

Job Title: Pepsi Lipton Supply Chain Export Champion

Location: Cork, Ireland

JOB PURPOSE 

Pepsi Lipton is a Joint Venture formed between Unilever and PepsiCo to capitalize on the growth of the ready-to-drink TEA segment. It is a global business worth ca. 3 billion USD today, growing volume at ca. 8-9%. Our vision is to expand our global leadership in RTD tea and enter new benefit areas with both current and new brands.

The Pepsi Lipton JV operates globally with three well-established brands Lipton, Brisk and Pure Leaf and recent acquisitions including Tazo, and T2. We have established a global/regional Technical Function (SC and R&D) based across two main hubs: Colworth UK, and Valhalla US.  Our regional Supply Chain teams directly business partner and co-locate with the Regional Leadership structure and are a critical primary point of contact for cross-functional teams for Supply Chain commercialization.

A role in the Pepsi Lipton JV gives you the opportunity to grow and learn from the best of both PepsiCo and Unilever parent companies in this focussed joint venture business, whilst remaining a full employee of your parent company (Unilever or PepsiCo).  The roles are broad in scope and provide opportunity to have impact within an end-to-end business unit with its own board of directors (50:50 Unilever: PepsiCo), whilst remaining in constant contact and using the talent and capabilities from both parent companies.

As an Export Specialist, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the smooth and compliant movement of our products across borders. You’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performing team that connects our operations to the world—ensuring that every shipment reflects our commitment to quality, efficiency, and sustainability.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Manage end-to-end export operations from Cork to AMS to global markets.

• Ensure full compliance with international trade regulations, customs requirements, and internal policies.

• Partner with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics providers to deliver on-time, in-full.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with planning, production, and customer service teams to align export schedules.

• Maintain accurate documentation and records for all export activities.

• Identify and drive opportunities for continuous improvement in export processes and logistics performance.
   

Deliverables:

• On-Time, In-Full (OTIF) Export Shipments
  Consistent delivery of export orders within agreed timelines and specifications.

• Project Implementation Plans & Results
  Documented plans and successful execution of independent export projects (e.g., new market setup, digital tracking tools).

• Compliance Documentation
  Complete and accurate export documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, etc.).

• Performance Dashboards & KPIs
  Regular reporting on key metrics such as OTIF, lead times, cost per shipment, and customs clearance success rate.

• Process Maps & SOPs
  Updated standard operating procedures and process documentation for export workflows.

• Issue Logs & Resolution Records
  Timely resolution of export-related issues with root cause analysis and preventive actions logged.

ALL ABOUT YOU 

Competencies required

• Relationship Management

  • Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key manufacturing partners in Ireland:

  • LSDI, PGCS, BSNI

  • Act as a trusted point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication and issue resolution.

• Communication & Influence

  • Communicate clearly and confidently across functions and cultures.

  • Influence without authority to align priorities and drive decisions across supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing teams.

• Problem Solving & Critical Thinking

  • Proactively identify risks or bottlenecks in export operations.

  • Apply structured thinking to resolve issues quickly and sustainably.

• Agility & Adaptability

  • Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.

  • Adapt to new systems, processes, and global trade requirements with ease.

• Collaboration & Teamwork

  • Work effectively within cross-functional teams, both locally and globally.

  • Foster a culture of openness, support, and shared accountability.

• Attention to Detail

  • Ensure precision in export documentation, compliance checks, and shipment tracking.

  • Maintain high standards of accuracy under pressure.

• Initiative & Ownership

  • Take full ownership of assigned export lanes and projects.

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives independently.

Main Interactions

• PLI Shared Service Centre (customer service team O2C)

• Lipton Soft Drinks Ireland Manufacturing (tea concentrate kits)

• PLI Transformation & Innovation team

• PLI Regional SC teams (global)

• PLI Commercialization

• PLI SC Finance

• PLI Quality & Technical

• 3rd Party Manufacturing (tea concentrate kits)

• 3rd Party Logistics providers (store, pick, pack and move of tea kits globally)

• Finished Goods Customers

NOTES

What We Offer

Not only do we offer a competitive salary and pension scheme, we also offer an annual bonus, free gym, a discounted staff shop and shares. You’ll have the opportunity to work directly with our renowned and exciting brands in a flexible and hybrid working environment.

Whilst the role is advertised on a full-time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We are a key advocate of wellbeing and offer a variety of support for our people including hubs, programmes and development opportunities. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all.

Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities and growing together for better business performance. We embrace diversity in our workforce. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We are also more than happy to provide reasonable adjustments during our application and interview process to enable you to be present your best self. To find out more, click here: Equity, Diversity & Inclusion.
 

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