Unilever Names New Supply Chain Chief in Management Shakeup

From April 2022, customer goods giant, Unilever will have a new leader driving its supply chain operations out of the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

After a tumultuous period for the brand, having failed to acquire GlaxoSmithKline’s consumer healthcare division, Unilever has announced plans to shake up its management structure by reducing senior management roles by around 15% and junior management roles by 5%, equivalent to around 1,500 jobs globally, as part of an effort to transform the brand into a simpler and more category-focused business.

Previously Executive Vice President Mexico, Central America, and Greater Caribbean, Reginaldo Ecclissato will take over from predecessor Marc Engel, who after 30 years at the company has said it is time to move on.

Responding to a farewell post by Engel on Linkedin, Ecclissato expressed gratitude and respect for the man whose shoes he is set to fill, and his excitement for his new position:

“As I look ahead to 2022, the pandemic is far from over and some of its impacts, such as record inflation and market volatility, will continue to challenge us. “But, together with our partners, we will continue serving and delighting our consumers, generating mutual responsible growth with our suppliers and furthering our positive action for people and planet, whatever challenges come our way.”