Global Lead – Supply Chain Finance and FP&A – Ice Cream ERP Implementation

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Job Title: Global Lead – Supply Chain Finance and FP&A – Ice Cream ERP Implementation

Scope: Global, Full time

Reports to:  MR and FP&A Leads – Ice Cream ERP Implementation – Ice Cream ERP Implementation

Location: London, Amsterdam (other locations considered, European work hours)

If you are in the Unilever Ice Cream business or consider choosing to work for the Unilever Ice Cream business, you will work for the Global, leading Ice Cream player with €7.9bn Turn Over in 2023. The Ice Cream business is operating in a highly attractive category, as we are part of the 1 trillion snacking and refreshment industry, growing consistently at high pace. We have strong brands equities: 5 of top 10 selling brands including Wall’s, Magnum, Ben &Jerry’s. 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. As Ice Cream company we are committed to developing and nurturing talent within our Ice Cream company. You will have ample options for career growth and exploration, allowing you for you to explore roles and opportunities across the new organisation. Your career development will be a priority for us, and we are dedicated to supporting your growth journey within the new company. We hope that you will want to build the new chapter of our Ice Cream history together with us.

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 over $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 turn the ordinary into the extraordinary by designing unique and innovative Ice Cream experiences that make life taste better, creating joyful experiences. In our Ice Cream business, we’re crafting the future through innovation and imaginative minds, creating unique products. We spark moments of happiness for people and within the communities where we operate. However, it is not as simple as it may seem. As Ice Cream makers we are serious about happiness. With warm hearts, we create the coolest products.

JOB PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

As part of our transformation strategy, we are seeking a dynamic highly skilled Finance Professional to join our team to lead the creation of a world class Finance proceses in our upcoming new ERP implementation. Finance processes in scope are Supply Chain Finance and Finance Excellence Team / FP&A activities (planning, budgeting, & forecasting).  In this pivotal role you will be the primary driver of this Finance workstream, ensuring its alignment with business objectives, industry best practise and ERP system capability.  You will lead the global design, build, deployment and ensure the transition to smooth operations for Finance capabilities across the 4 BUs in the new IC Company.

This role will focus heavily on transformation, process design, and change management, ensuring consistency across the business and facilitating a smooth transition to new systems and ways of working.

The candidate will need a strong ability to understand complex business process needs and play a challlanger role for the organisation on a “fit to standard approach”. Therefore, excellent understanding and experience of complex processes, data and governance are key to succeed. 

The successful candidate will be one that has significant Supply Chain and Planning (S&OP, Financial forecasting, Transfer Price set up) expertise with a proven record of leading process transformation and has a passion for building world class capabilities and a desire to make a meaningful impact.

This role will exist in its current form for 2.5- 3 years. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process Leadership: Define, design, and drive the global Finance SCF & FET processes and associated technology choices ensuring standardisation and scalability across regions in strong collaboration with Deloitte specialist teams.    

• ERP Implementation: Serve as the key decision-maker for process-related configurations within the ERP and supporting systems, collaborating closely with implementation partners and technical teams. 

• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the bridge between functional teams, IT, and key stakeholders in the 4 BUs to gather requirements, address pain points, and deliver a streamlined aligned approach. 

• Change Management: Drive change initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes and tools, including training and communication strategies. 

• Test, Validate, and Optimize:
  • Participate in ERP system testing and validation, ensuring proper financial reporting structures.
  • Identify potential gaps and propose enhancements for process optimization.
  • Support training and knowledge-sharing initiatives to ensure a successful transition to the new ERP system.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Qualifications & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in FP&A, Supply Chain Finance / Logistics / Factory Controlling, management reporting, and financial planning.
  • Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP mostly).
  • Strong knowledge of financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Experience in ERP transformation and financial process standardization is a plus.
• Technical & Analytical Skills:
  • Strong understanding of management reporting structures and planning & budgeting processes.
  • Ability to analyze financial data and drive continuous process improvements.
  • Familiarity with automation tools and digital finance solutions.
• Collaborative Leadership:
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work across functions and influence key stakeholders.
  • Experience in working within a fast-paced, evolving business environment.

WHY JOIN US?

• Be a Key Influencer: Represent business unit financial planning and reporting needs in a global ERP transformation.
• Innovation & Growth: Work with cutting-edge financial technologies and process improvement strategies.
• Global Exposure: Collaborate with diverse teams across international markets, gaining exposure to the 4 Bus and all Factories/Operations.
• Career Development: Gain hands-on experience in finance transformation and ERP implementation positioning him/herself for future fit roles.

If you're a finance professional passionate about driving financial transformation and aligning business unit financial planning with global strategies, we'd love to hear from you!

Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life. 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. 

ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE?

To apply, you must do so online. Please do not forget to upload your CV, latest EoY and a motivation letter.  If you have been informed that you are at risk of redundancy, please make sure to tick this box during your application. Please also attach your letter of redundancy to the application.

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.

By applying for this vacancy, you are confirming that you have made your Line Manager aware of your application and that you are at a point in your career with Unilever where it is appropriate for you to apply for other positions.

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.