Ice Cream Establishment Comms - Supplier and SC comms 

UNILEVER IS LOOKING FOR AN ICE CREAM COMMUNICATIONS – SUPPLIER AND SUPPLY CHAIN COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

JOIN OUR ICE CREAM TEAM!

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION

Location: Amsterdam, the Netherlands

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 first consider candidates based in the Netherlands. If you are based outside of the Netherlands and you are interested to apply, please feel free to do so but we can only take your application on if a decision is made to also recruit outside of the Netherlands.

ABOUT ICE CREAM

We spark moments of happiness for people and within the communities where we operate. As ice cream makers we are serious about happiness. With warm hearts, we create the coolest products. We are the proof that an unbroken chain of happier people works – for a happy planet and winning smiles. As the largest ice cream company in the world, we have over 100 years of experience in delivering smiles, and we plan to continue this for many more years to come, with our people and planet first.

We have 35 brands, including 3 one billion Euro brands (Magnum, Wall’s, Ben & Jerry’s), in over 60 countries. All driven to spread happiness 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.

INTRODUCTION

We are at a unique inflection point where we are preparing for the separation of Unilever’s Ice Cream business.

The Ice Cream Communications and Corporate Affairs team works to create value for Ice Cream as well as engage with its people to collectively work against the company's strategy and growth ambition.

This is an exciting role for someone who is passionate about working for a large ‘start-up’ business that is set up for strong financial performance, a leader in its product category, and eager to bring people along in all phases of growing a company and its culture. The ideal candidate will have a blend of creativity, agility, strong stakeholder management skills, a hands-on growth mindset and attention to detail. You will have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a solid track-record in internal communications. You will be a natural networker, and a trusted adviser and business partner, with a focus on Supply Chain. 

The role reports to the Ice Cream Head Communications & Corporate Affairs (C&CA) and Sustainability​ and you will be working alongside a driven and agile team, closely collaborating with the Global Ice Cream Supply Chain Communications Specialist and the workstream lead for Supply Chain & Procurement. Coming with a versatile communications background, you will be responsible for the creation and execution of a global supply chain communications and audience engagement strategy that will successfully ensure all are brought along in the change journey.

As part of both the C&CA team and the Establishment Program team, you will have experience advising and working with senior executives, and the desire to work effectively with talent across the business.  You should be able to exercise strong judgement, thrive in a collaborative environment, be able to prioritize competing deadlines and have a genuine passion for engaging people around a business agenda.

You have a hands-on mentality and can define an approach, plan and execute so our suppliers and others know what collaboration with the standalone Ice Cream business means to them and their business.

This position offers unprecedented access to senior leaders, a truly global perspective, and the opportunity to work in the biggest ‘start-up’ of the moment.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE:

• Work with the IC Communications team to partner with the IC SC Establishment Team, design and execute a comprehensive communications plan focused on the Supply Chain to manage transition to standalone Ice Cream company.

• Collaborate with all cross-functional leaders of the Establishment Program to map out communications impact in each function and design plan accordingly for an End-to-End supply chain set up.

• Manage supplier communications to engage relevant stakeholders in a timely and consistent manner.

• Enhance factory engagement and effectively communicate across a diverse landscape of audiences.

• Planning for communications-related activities in the separation process including defining objectives, timelines, and key milestones.

• Advise and lead Town Halls for the Ice Cream Supply Chain community.

WHAT WILL YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

• 5 - 10 years versatile communications experience, with a focus on internal, preferably including factory engagement.

• Experience managing supplier engagement to help establish Ice cream as a standalone company, skilled in timely and effectively informing suppliers with business updates.

• Experience working with and advising of senior executives and ideally navigating a complex matrix organisation. 

• Delivery in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent written skills and attention to detail and diversity.

• Creative thinking and proven ability to spot opportunities across the company and translate into internal initiatives.

• Discretion when dealing with confidential matters. 

Why Join Us?

When Mr. Thomas Walls declared, “We take pleasure seriously” in 1922, he set a standard that has defined us for generations. As the original house of ice cream, we hold this promise at our core, aspiring to be the ultimate pleasure food company by creating an environment where our people thrive, knowing that their growth and success directly fuel our journey in outpacing the industry.

“We take pleasure seriously,” is not merely a slogan – it is a commitment. A commitment to our consumers, our customers, our employees, our shareholders, and the shared future we are building together.

WHAT DO WE OFFER

This 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, 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%-60% 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.

Disclaimer

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