ICE CREAM – Global Value Creation Supply Chain Finance Lead

Note: Deadline for applying is 23.59 the day before the Job Posting End Date.

UNILEVER IS LOOKING FOR AN ICE CREAM – Global Value Creation Supply Chain Finance Lead

Location: Rotterdam Weena moving to Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Full-time   

Local conditions apply  

For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position and for this vacancy in principle we will consider candidates based in the set locations. If you are based outside of these locations and you are interested to apply, please feel free to do so but at this stage we will not take your application forward. We will only consider your application if a decision is made to also recruit outside of the set locations.

ABOUT ICE CREAM: Life Tastes Better With Ice Cream

Unilever Ice Cream is the largest global Ice Cream Company in the world, with over 100 years of experience delivering a diverse range of indulgent, yet responsible, craft food experiences and treats delighting consumers. Committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability we have 35 brands, including 3 one billion Euro brands (Magnum, Wall’s, Ben & Jerry’s), a strong presence in over 60 countries, generating annual revenue of €8 billion. All brands are driven to transform moments into memories through indulgent yet responsibly made and marketed products. We have a well-developed strategy to deliver growth and value creation which is clear on where to play and how to win. 

We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of Ice Cream as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen by November 2025. Ice Cream has distinct characteristics from Unilever’s other operating businesses and the growth potential of Ice Cream will be better delivered under a different ownership structure.  

Ice Cream Finance: Leading for a winning, trusted and investible global ice cream market leader

This is your chance for a ‘once in a lifetime’ career experience, playing a part in the creation of a fully independent, new Ice Cream organisation. 

We are seizing this unique opportunity to reset the role of Ice Cream Finance. Together we will become the best and most admired finance team in the world, and we’ll do this by focusing on value creation, trailblazing future-fit financial processes and technology, and by becoming a training ground for financial craftmanship that will be the envy of everyone.   

Just imagine the benefits of working within a single category, where everyone and everything is laser-focused on the same goal, where there's opportunity to develop deep and wide understanding of the business economics and international ecosystem of a single category, and to translate that into value creation.  

The role of Ice Cream Finance in this momentous moment is staggering, exciting, and yes...a little daunting, which is why we are looking for empowered and accountable decision makers who are keen to take on end-to-end responsibility; if you are a self-starter who identifies opportunities, takes initiative, and innovates to create value, who is proactive, resourceful and comfortable with challenge and uncertainty, you will thrive with us. In return, you will be rewarded with a rich finance role, no matter where you are in your career, and within an environment that’s both fulfilling and fun...after all, life tastes better with Ice Cream!

JOB PURPOSE:

The ambition to drive Productivity in the Supply Chain costs requires a high level of value creation, transformation, and process re-design, which will be part of the new company journey. The IC Finance function plays a pivotal role - supporting strategic business decisions, providing relentless focus on value and cash.

There is a unique opportunity for a Finance leader to lead Value Creation for Supply Chain globally.

As the Global Value creation Supply Chain Finance Lead, your mission is shape together with the Supply Chain team the Long term Supply Chain strategy of the IC Company, shaping the path and targets for the next 3 years, providing strategic decision support, benchmarking and supporting the transformation agenda delivery within Supply Chain. Topics to cover will be Net Productivity, Inventory, Capex, Waste for both 3 years plan and in year performance, PiCi with the key Markets.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare the 3 years Supply Chain Strategy plan with all measures linked with the Long term plan on the IC Company, including Net Productivity and Waste, NMCI, Inventory and Capex plans.

• Ensure solid plans are in place then in the BUs to deliver the Strategy Plan in the next year and that all short terms decisions are aligned with the latest Strategy Plan.

• Capex in year: ensure proper allocation of in year budget, including the review of the key Proposals, monitor performance and support the DRA process aligned with the Strategy Plan. Ensure end of year delivery on target for IC company.

• Inventory in year: support the target allocation by BUs, support the monitoring of the performance and DRA process. Ensure end of year delivery on target for IC company

• Net Productivity in year: ensure proper target allocation by BUs, support the monitoring of the performance and ensure end of year delivery on target for IC company

• PiCi: Define a plan with the BU CFOs for top markets and support the execution of the PiCi analysis.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with procurement, logistics, Manex, Planning and finance teams to ensure both Supply Chain Strategy as well as in year performance is delivered.

• Risk Analysis: assess potential financial risks associated with the supply chain strategy due to latest actuals development and highlight potential corrective actions to minimize impact.

• Reporting and Communication: Prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management, providing data-driven analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

• Implement simplification of processes, define proper guidance in Capex area and automate reporting.

• Ensure support to the FP&A team for the IR external documentation preparation.

• Ensure team member has the required skills and competencies to do the role through providing support, coaching, development and mentoring.

• Responsible to create a collaborative working environment within and across the team and supporting functions.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

Experiences & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) preferred.

• Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in Supply Chain Finance roles, with experience in Capex and Inventory management as well as Factory and Logistic costs.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in financial modelling and data analysis tools.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

• Experience with performance management software.

Must have competencies

• Analytical Thinking

• Strategic Vision

• Communication Skills

• Problem Solving

• Attention to Detail

• Collaboration

• Adaptability

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

Unilever is the place where you can be yourself and bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. We offer an exciting & dynamic work environment where you can make things happen. Furthermore, we offer some great reward and benefits!   

• Attractive total remuneration package; excellent company pension, bonus and share scheme.  

• Flexible cross-disciplinary career opportunities and a wealth of training opportunities & wellbeing resources whenever and wherever.   

• Plenty of company-paid holidays to further ensure your work-life balance is maintained.   

• We encourage an inclusive culture, which comes to life with interchangeable public holidays, paid paternity leave of 6 weeks and our transgender policy.   

• Under the Hybrid Working principles, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 40% in the office or at customers, suppliers or partners to connect and collaborate.  For the time you work from home, we will ensure you are well equipped. When you are at the office , you can enjoy our tasty canteen with prepped food and own products. 

• Informal culture and being the first one trying our new products.    

• My Fitness Plan (reduction on your Fitness Subscription).  

• Home work allowance 

• Company laptop and mobile phone 

• Green Mobility Policy 

EXCITED?

Join Unilever and our team! To apply, you must do so online. Please do not forget to upload your CV and a motivation letter.  Your application will be reviewed against our requirements and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date to provide you with an update on the status of your application.  

Looking forward to meeting you!    

Please note this is a Direct Search led by Unilever. Applications from agencies will not be accepted, nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.   

Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, parenthood, pregnancy or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against.

By highlighting the gender diversity at the workplace, Unilever encourages women equally men to apply. If you look for a job after a long career break or after any type of leave, do not hesitate to apply.

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