Job description – Procurement Manager– Operation Ice Cream México
Reports to: Head of Procurement Ice Cream Latam
Location: Tultitlán
Terms & Conditions:
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.
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
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Procurement Manager to join our Ice Cream Business Unit in Mexico. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a good communication to connect BU ambitions to procurement goals and strategies. As a Procurement Market manager, the person will have to develop and implement material strategies with procurement portfolios, driving savings agendas to meet Mexico P&L ambitions, while focused on the innovation agenda locally. This position is also responsible for managing supplier quality and service agenda to keep a healthy supplier base for the business in Mexico.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Develop and implement comprehensive material strategies that align with business objectives and procurement goals.
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Identify and evaluate potential suppliers to secure the best value and quality for the organization.
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Ensure a consistent supply of materials, managing supplier relationships to mitigate risks and resolve issues related to quality, service or other issues promptly.
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Ensure a good communication between procurement community and BU team to align on the business needs.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive cost reduction projects and achieve annual savings targets.
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Track savings performance, ensuring transparency and accountability in procurement activities.
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Conduct market research to stay abreast of industry trends, pricing fluctuations, and new product developments.
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Support a robust material price forecast model to anticipate market changes and mitigate financial risks.
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Regularly communicate material price forecasts and market trends to business units and stakeholders to support decision-making.
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Ensure transparency and clarity in communication with stakeholders, providing timely updates on procurement strategies and performance metrics.
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Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, contracts, and supplier performance evaluations.
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Support the development and implementation of procurement policies and best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
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Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
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Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain, with a focus on the ice cream or consumer goods industry.
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Proven track record of developing and implementing successful material strategies and savings agendas.
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Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
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Proven abilities in stakeholder management, with an emphasis on listening and influencing.
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Proficiency in procurement software and systems, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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Direct or indirect report management with demonstrated ability to lead, direct, and coach people.
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Fluency in English is required.
SKILLS & LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORS REQUIRED:
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Strategic Thinking
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Results Orientation
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Analytical Skills
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Negotiation and Influence
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Collaboration and Teamwork
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Stakeholder Management
EXPERIENCES & QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor’s Degree required with preference in Logistics, Supply Chain, or other Business field.
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10+ years of relevant Procurement or Logistics experience required, preferably in Consumer-Packaged Goods or within Cold Chain Operations
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Spanish and English professional proficiency
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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 Latam. If you are based outside of Latam 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 Latam.
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.
Unilever Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Unilever and has not been reviewed or approved by Unilever.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and occupational health support alongside a 24/7 employee assistance program. Wellbeing offerings such as health checks, resilience tools, and counseling support the perceived depth of health-related benefits.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) match that reaches up to 5% of base salary, strengthening the overall value of the package. Share and savings options are also referenced as part of longer-term financial support beyond salary.
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Flexible Benefits — Benefits customization is enabled through tools such as a “My Reward” system and a “Benefits Envelope” that allows employees to personalize selections. Flexible working approaches are also associated with improved overall satisfaction, reinforcing perceived choice and adaptability in the total rewards offering.
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