Ice Cream Procurement Innovation Analyst

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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

The Innovation Analyst will be responsible for ensuring that all Procurement functions within the innovation cycle are properly managed and executed.   This position will be immersed in project management from the initial innovation kickoff through FDTC milestones. This role will be reviewed based on effectively managing timelines and contracts, ensuring that projects are executed responsibility and cost effectively, and that Procurement support is available for innovations to land E2E.  This role is crucial in supporting an unlock to continued growth and driving value in Ice Cream.IN addition to innovation management there will be an element of supporting Ice Cream brands through savings and resiliency projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• ​​​Support innovation projects through strong collaboration with R&D team, and Innovation Planning
• Support startup and transition management carefully with material planning and execution planning
• Attend and represent Procurement in IPT meetings to discuss and track innovations and transitions
• Ensure pricing and contracts are up in system and available for ordering through collaboration with buyers for contract creation.
• Seamless project management and collaboration with business partners to deliver and execute on innovation timelines
• Mitigating upcoming supply/service risks through innovative and creative solutions in collaboration with internal and external partners 
• ​Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on troubleshooting
• Identify and drive contingency and resilience activities; identify and follow up on opportunities to add flexibility to the supply chain.  

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

Below are the differentiating skills which are important to be effective in this Innovation Analyst role.

These skills include:

• Project management skills 
• ​​Business partnering 
• ​Risk management 
• ​Effective communication
• Stakeholder management 
• ​Supplier Relationship management 
• ​Strategic influencing 
• ​Financial Acumen 
• ​Fully operational in Excel - being able to extract, analyze and present data in a clear and understandable format 

What Else You’ll Need to Succeed:

• ​Ability to manage stakeholders 
• Self-driven and self-motivated
• Organization and attention to detail
• ​Effectiveness in trouble shooting – able to remain calm in times of crisis and creative mindset to identify solutions 
• ​Fluency in English
• Comfort with systems:  SAP, SRS/PRISM, Velocity, PEGA, etc.

EXPERIENCES & QUALIFICATIONS:   

• 3-5 years in FMCG Supply Chain (planning) or Procurement related roles 

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. 

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 United States. If you are based outside of the United States 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 United States.

Please be aware if you are applying for this role from outside the United States, if successful, your internal application will be treated as a self-initiated Change Location Outside of Country (CLOC) transfer.

You will be eligible for relocation support in the form of flights (to US), immigration and tax support (in the year of move) and a lump sum in cash to be paid out during the first salary paymentin the US. No further relocation support will be provided in a self-initiated CLOC. 

ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE?

To apply, you must do so online. Please do not forget to upload your CV.  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 based on disability. 

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Unilever is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

For more information about your Federal rights, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination isIllegal and Pay Transparency Non discrimination Provision.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.

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