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The proposed combination would bring together iconic Foods brands, including Hellmann’s and Knorr, with McCormick’s portfolio to create a global leader across spices, seasonings, condiments and complementary food categories, supported by strong retail and foodservice platforms. McCormick brings more than 135 years of heritage, a presence in 150+ countries and territories, and a portfolio of trusted brands. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions, with completion estimated for mid-2027.\nJob Title Engineering Manager\nFunction Supply Chain / Engineering\nReporting to: Engineering Director\nScopeRegional\nCountry Location and Worksite Details: Poland/Poznan\nEurope BU is accelerating automation across its manufacturing network to improve productivity, safety and operational resilience. The programme covers end-of-line, internal logistics and material-handling automation, leveraging technologies including robotics, machine vision and AGVs through pragmatic and cost-effective solutions.\nWe are looking for an Engineering Manager, Automation to support the Engineering Director in translating the automation strategy into a qualified and executable portfolio of factory projects.\nThis is a practical, delivery-oriented role working closely with factory teams, regional engineering and technology suppliers to identify opportunities, develop concepts, build viable business cases and accelerate projects from idea through implementation.\nMain Job Purpose\nTo accelerate the development and implementation of automation projects across the Foods manufacturing network in EU by providing technical expertise, structured project development and hands-on support to factories.\nThe role bridges global automation strategy and factory execution, helping priority opportunities progress from initial concept to technically robust, investment-ready and successfully implemented projects.\nKey Responsibilities\nSupport deployment of the Automation Programme across the Foods manufacturing network in EU, translating the global automation strategy into a pipeline of viable, executable factory projects.\nAlign the automation pr\nWork with factories to identify, prioritise and mature automation opportunities from initial concept through technical feasibility, business case, supplier engagement and investment readiness.\nManage visibility of the automation pipeline, including project status, investment, expected benefits and key risks, and provide concise programme updates.\nSupport factories in developing technically robust, safe and cost-effective automation concepts with viable business cases.\nDevelop and promote standardised and scalable automation concepts and engineering solutions to increase execution speed and enable replication across the network.\nEvaluate technology partners and suppliers based on technical capability, solution quality, lifecycle support and total cost of ownership, while developing cost-competitive options that strengthen project business cases.\nBuild strong working relationships across BG Global Automation Lead, factory Engineering, Production and Maintenance teams, Procurement and key technology partners.\nProvide hands-on support during critical phases of priority projects, including on-site presence during commissioning.\nKey Accountabilities\nThe role will be accountable for:\nDeveloping and maintaining a pipeline of automation opportunities with clear visibility of project costs, expected benefits and status.\nIncreasing the number and speed of priority projects reaching investment-ready maturity.\nDeveloping cost-competitive, standardised and scalable automation solutions that can be replicated across the Foods network.\nSupporting successful implementation of priority automation projects.\nCapturing and sharing learnings, standards and proven solutions across the network.\nKey Working Relationships\nFactory Engineering, Production and Logistics teams across global Foods sites\nGlobal and Regional Engineering teams\nSuppliers and Integrators of Automation technologies\nProcurement\nEngineering and Supply Chain leadership \nKey Challenges\nConverting automation opportunities into technically and financially viable projects.\nBalancing global standardisation with site-specific requirements.\nAccelerating project development without compromising engineering quality or safety.\nManaging technical and implementation risks associated with emerging technologies or breakthrough solutions.\nSupporting multiple projects at different maturity stages and across different geographies.\nProfessional Skills Required\nEssential:\nEngineering background with experience delivering projects in factory environments.\nExperience developing engineering or automation projects from initial opportunity through concept, supplier selection and implementation.\nStrong project and stakeholder management capability.\nStrong communication and collaboration skills.\nAbility to work effectively across factories, functions, cultures and geographies.\nWillingness and ability to travel regularly to manufacturing sites and suppliers.\nPreferred:\nExperience working with automation system integrators and technology suppliers.\nExperience with internal logistics automation systems such as AGVs and material handling automations.\nExperience applying EEM methodologies in UMS/WCM.\nWorking knowledge of machinery safety standards.\nWe welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive/succeed. All applicants will receive fair and respectful consideration, and we actively support the growth and development of every employee.\nUnilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! 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