Looking for Your Dream Job? Join Our Ice Cream Team!
Scope: Local
Location: Helsinki, Finland
Terms & Conditions: Substitute for family leave
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 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:
Are you passionate about customers, shoppers and selling with a purpose?
Do you want to work with some of Finnish favourite and most delicious Ice Cream brands such as Ingman, Ben&Jerry's, Magnum and more?
We are now looking for HoReCa Key Account Manager to join our Team focusing on the acceleration of growth for our Ice Cream category. HoReCa (Hotels, Restaurants, Cafes, Catering) Key Account Manager will be responsible for developing and managing the HoReCa -channel and customer relationships within the channel.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As HoReCa Key Account Manager Your responsibilities include:
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Overall responsibility for channel and key customers assigned to the role in terms of growth delivery, including planning, managing and leading yearly negotiations, pricing, assortment, promotional program and financial forecasting.
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Develop and execute a commercial strategy and business plans with Key customers assigned to the role
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Develop and execute activation -plans
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New customer acquisitions
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
We are looking for highly driven, result-oriented person with a hands-on mindset and hunger for growth, always putting customer first!
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2+ years experience from account management
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Excellent communication and negotiation skills
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
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Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
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Fluent in Finnish and English
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Experience from Foodservice –market is a plus
As we operate in a strongly seasonal market, your job description requires prioritization capability and calmness even in busiest everyday life.
ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE?
Please apply via this portal by 7th of March, e-mail applications will not be processed. 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. Please note that this role is a temporary fixed-term role.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment journey. Should you require additional information or reasonable adjustments to allow you to present your best self during this process, please contact Nordic Talent Advisor Lead Kira Jalonen at [email protected]
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.
We take pleasure seriously. Join the Ice Cream team now!
Unilever 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! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.
What We Do
Be part of the world’s most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best.
Our portfolio ranges from nutritionally balanced foods to indulgent ice creams, affordable soaps, luxurious shampoos and everyday household care products. We produce world-leading brands including Lipton, Knorr, Dove, Axe, Hellmann’s and Omo, alongside trusted local names and innovative-forward thinking brands like Ben & Jerry’s, The Dollar Shave Club and Dermalogica.
Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you’ll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you’ll channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we’ll work to help you become a better you.
