Ice Cream - Global Process Owner Data Management

Note: Deadline for applying is 23.59 the day before the Job Posting End Date. 

UNILEVER IS LOOKING FOR AN ICE CREAM – Global Process Owner Data Management

Location: Rotterdam Weena moving to Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Full-time   

Local conditions apply  

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 consider candidates based in the set locations. If you are based outside of these locations and you are interested to apply, please feel free to do so but at this stage we will not take your application forward. We will only consider your application if a decision is made to also recruit outside of the set locations. 

ABOUT UNILEVER           

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.    

We want our business to flourish, and we know that our success depends on others flourishing around us. That's why our purpose is to make sustainable living commonplace, and why sustainable, long-term growth is at the heart of our business model.   

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 €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 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.  

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: 

Drive Data Excellence in a Game-Changing ERP Transformation 

Are you a data visionary with a passion for unlocking the power of information? Do you thrive on solving complex challenges, bridging the gap between technology and business, and delivering impactful results? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you. 

As the Data Management Lead for Ice Cream’s upcoming ERP

Implementation, you will take the reins of our data strategy, shaping how our organization transforms its data to drive efficiency, innovation, and growth. This is your chance to lead a mission-critical initiative that will enable smarter decisions, empower teams, and ensure the success of a next-generation ERP system. 

This role will exist for the project implementation duration, expected to be 2.5- 3 years. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Master the Data, Transform the Future 

Lead the Data Transformation Journey 

• Develop a strategic vision for data management that aligns with the goals of the ERP implementation. 

• Establish robust data governance frameworks, ensuring integrity, security, and compliance at every stage of the project. 

Champion Data Migration Excellence 

• Spearhead the end-to-end data migration process, from extraction to validation, ensuring every piece of information is accurate, reliable, and ready to power the new ERP system. 

• Lead data cleansing and enrichment efforts, setting the foundation for seamless operations and analytics. 

Design a Seamless Data Ecosystem 

• Collaborate with technical teams to integrate the ERP with existing systems, creating a unified, connected enterprise environment. 

• Enable the smooth flow of master, transactional, and analytical data between systems. 

Inspire Collaboration Across the Organization 

• Partner with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable data strategies. 

• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership, highlighting the value of data-driven decisions and insights. 

Deliver with Precision and Impact 

• Oversee rigorous data testing, validation, and quality assurance to ensure project milestones are met with excellence. 

• Prepare the organization for success by implementing data processes that scale with future needs. 

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:  

• Data Mastermind: 10+ years in data management, with 2+ years dedicated to ERP implementation or large-scale IT projects. 

• ERP Savvy: Hands-on experience with systems like SAP 

• Proven Innovator: Track record of success in data migration, integration, and governance initiatives. 

Your Skills 

• Analytical Visionary: You understand how data drives decision-making and how to harness its potential. 

• Technical Awareness: You need to be familiar with ETL processes, SQL, and data migration tools like Informatica, Talend, or similar. 

• Collaborative Leader: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work across teams and inspire action. 

• Detail-Oriented Strategist: You balance a big-picture perspective with a meticulous focus on quality and accuracy. 

Your Mindset 

• You see challenges as opportunities to innovate and create value. 

• You thrive in dynamic environments, bringing clarity and order to complex problems. 

• You are passionate about delivering results that make a lasting impact. 

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 and 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% 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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