Ice Cream ERP Supply Chain Finance SME

Looking for Your Dream Job? Join Our Ice Cream Team Job Title: Ice Cream ERP Supply Chain Finance SME & BU Americas Location: EU (London, Amsterdam), Americas (New Jersey, Sao Paulo), Asia (China), Metsa (Istanbul) (other locations consider European work hours) Terms & Conditions: Full time, International assignment is not available for this role and relocation for local and international candidates is not provided If you want to work for a global, leading Ice Cream player with €7.9bn Turn Over in 2023, come join Unilever Ice Cream 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 Ben & Jerry’s, Breyers, Magnum, Talenti, Popsicle, Good Humor, Klondike, and Yasso. 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: The Business Unit Representative – SCF will serve as the key liaison between the Business Unit and the central finance project team, ensuring that the new ERP system aligns with local business requirements while maintaining global standardization. This role is crucial in representing the Business Unit’s needs for Supply Chain (Including Factories), Logistics, Transfer Pricing and Costing, Net Working Capital Management and Planning functions while ensuring compliance with financial regulations delivering Performance Management solution. This position is part of a large‑scale ERP implementation project, expected to last 2.5–3 years. Business Unit Representatives will cover one of the following regions: Europe (Base AMS / London) Asia (Base China) METSA (Middle East, Turkey, South Asia) Americas (Base Brazil / USA) KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Business Unit Representation & Financial Process Alignment: Act as the primary representative of the Business Unit for all SCF discussions. Ensure BU Supply Chain financial requirements are reflected in the ERP implementation and financial process design. Collaborate with all other Workstreams and teams to ensure smooth financial operations and compliance. Coordinate with country teams to integrate local Supply Chain Finance and corresponding Statutory (TLS) requirements into the ERP system while adhering to the global template. Ensures a seamless transformation plan for each Factory in the region, Logistics, Planning, etc. ERP Implementation & Data Integration: Work closely with IT and Finance teams to ensure seamless integration of financial processes within the ERP system. Assist in data migration, reconciliation, and validation to ensure financial accuracy post-go-live. Identify automation opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce manual financial processing tasks. Compliance & Governance: Ensure financial processes align with IFRS (group accounting policies), local GAAP, and regulatory requirements. Support financial control implementation and audit compliance within the ERP framework. Ensure adherence to global financial governance while addressing local business needs. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Act as the link between the Business Unit, Finance Teams, and IT Teams to drive a successful ERP implementation. Work closely with the R2R Lead and Global Finance Process Owners to represent business unit needs and Supply Chain Function needs. Build and maintain a Change Network to facilitate smooth adoption of new processes across all business unit countries and factories. Test, Validate, and Optimize: Participate in ERP system testing and validation, ensuring accurate financial reporting and reconciliation. Identify potential gaps and propose process enhancements for optimization. Support training and knowledge‑sharing initiatives for a successful ERP transition. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Finance, Factory Controlling, financial reporting, R2R. Hands‑on experience with Supply Chain / ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday, or similar). Strong knowledge of Supply Chain Performance and Control Framework. Experience in ERP transformation and financial process standardization is a plus. Technical & Analytical Skills: Strong understanding of financial data modelling, business case build, Factory, Logistics, Materials Performance Management. Ability to analyse 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 cross‑functionally and influence key stakeholders. Experience in a fast‑paced, evolving business environment. WHY JOIN US? Be a Key Influencer, be a Founder: Represent business unit financial needs in a global ERP transformation on this once in a lifetime opportunity. Innovation & Growth: Work with cutting‑edge financial technologies and process improvement strategies. Global Exposure: Collaborate with diverse teams across international markets. Career Development: Gain hands‑on experience in finance transformation and ERP implementation. If you are a finance professional passionate about driving financial transformation and ensuring business unit needs are met, we would love to hear from you ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE? We take pleasure seriously. Join the Ice Cream team now Pay: The pay range for this position is $141,680 to $212,520. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs. Bonus: This position is bonus eligible. Long‑Term Incentive (LTI): This position is LTI eligible. Benefits: Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. 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