Ice Cream - Digital Lead Out of Home

UNILEVER IS LOOKING FOR Ice Cream - Digital Lead Out of Home

JOIN OUR ICE CREAM TEAM!

Location: Rotterdam, Hofplein (Amsterdam in 2025)

Local conditions apply

Full-time

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.

Salary:  44-64 K gross per year depending on background and experience.

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world. 

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

As a Digital Transformation Lead, you will work in the Out-Of-Home department and together with your colleagues from the Data Team you will be responsible for leading and developing digital initiatives that can take our strategy to the next level both internally and towards our customers. Your fresh perspective on the world of data and its translation is very welcome in the various sales teams within the Out of Home department. You will develop digital solutions and work closely with various internal teams such as the Trade, KAM and Field team. This position requires many strong analytical, innovative and problem-solving skills. It is important that you can take the lead independently.

JOB PURPOSE AND WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

You will be part of the Out of Home department which consists of different sales teams (Trade, KAM and Field) You will report to the Operational Manager and Field Sales Lead Manager. You are responsible for the digital strategy for IC within OOH. You develop and implement the strategy that results in measurable improvements. You will develop digital projects and then lead them from concept to execution. You will analyze market trends and consumer behavior to identify opportunities for digitization. You will work together with the various sales teams to initiate opportunities as well as integrate digital tools into the teams. Think, for example, of data tools where we use a regression model to know exactly where the opportunities lie in the market. You develop the tool together with your colleagues and ensure that the account managers apply it in their work. In doing so, you stimulate a culture within OOH in which innovations and digital improvements are continuously considered.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED

In this role, it is important that you have knowledge of current and emerging technologies such as cloud computing, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and digital marketing tools. You are naturally interested in digital trends. You are creative and solution-oriented and always strive for progress. You have strong communication skills to inspire teams with your ideas but also to convey them well to them so that they participate enthusiastically in the projects. 

EXPERIENCE YOU SHOULD HAVE/THE QUALITIES WE LOOK FOR

• You have at least a (relevant as digital marketing, ) Bachelor's degree (WO Master's is an advantage) or level of thinking and acting.

• At least 4 years of experience in a digital position is a plus

• Demonstrated success in leading digital transformations and working with cross-functional teams

• A passion for innovation and technology

• In depth knowledge of digital tools, technologies and trends. .

• You are able to 'keep several balls in the air' and you do not lose your eye for detail, so you are stress resistant.

• Native language: Dutch

• At minimum you can work independently and are proactive.

• You are enthusiastic, driven, curious, ambitious and socially skilled.

Skills

• Leadership skills: Ability to formulate a vision and communicate it to all stakeholders.

• Project Management and Commercial Experience: Proven experience in leading digital projects from start to finish. Experience in optimizing customer experiences through digital channels. It is important that you can take the lead in projects independently.

• Communication skills: Excellent communication skills to effectively present ideas and engage stakeholders, including technical and non-technical audiences

• Analytical and strategic thinking skills: Able to build business cases and evaluate the impact of digital initiatives. Familiarity with statistical methods and techniques to analyze data and identify trends.

• Data Visualization: Ability to present data in a clear and understandable way

• Adaptability and creativity: Flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances and new technologies. Creative problem-solving skills to develop innovative solutions that support business goals

WHAT DOES UNILEVER OFFER/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, 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.

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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