Our client Unilever Ice Cream is looking for a Procurement Assistant Manager – Confectionary & Baked (C&B) 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. 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. There has never been a more exciting time to be working in Procurement when you consider the sheer scale of what we are seeking to grow the business whilst doing more good for our planet and our society. As Unilever Procurement adapts to the ever-dynamic business environment, we will need to be agile to continue our track record of delivery in contributing to the top and bottom line. Inevitably, given the consistent and high quality of our delivery over the past few years, we will be asked to continue this rate of performance and indeed go over and above this standard to ensure the value provided is further enhanced across the scope of our remit. As well as ensuring that we are best in class in delivering the basics, we also have to look to the future and continuously evolve to meet the needs of our changing environment - reinventing ourselves for sustained competitive advantage. Our suppliers are at the heart of everything we do. We need to work more closely than ever with suppliers to co-create sustainable practices and bigger and better innovations. This places great demands on the skills and expertise of all of us as Procurement professionals. A successful Procurement Assistant Manager is expected to be: Exceptional at generating innovative ideas that are future-fit and contribute to establishing a sustainable competitive edge. Proficient in persuasively presenting these ideas to both internal and external business partners, skillfully transforming them into compelling proposals that articulate and convey their value effectively Highly appreciative of the significance and impact of flawless execution, demonstrating an acute attention to detail. Assumes the role of an entrepreneur, treating the business as if it were their own, setting trends, and demonstrating the willingness to take the lead, follow, or adapt as needed. Functions as a dedicated ambassador for Partner with Purpose, exemplifying the value that Procurement brings to the organization. Demonstrates a sincere commitment to Unilever's sustainable business model, actively engaging with Unilever's broader agenda and aligning with its sustainability goals. Key accountabilities: Support to structure and manage key partnerships within C&B to deliver against value, purpose and future-fit goals. Support developing and implementing strategies for procurement of the respective portfolios and assess, identify, and select the appropriate supplier base that would meet the needs of the business. Work closely with S&I and collect, monitor, and manage market information, provide analysis and price forecasts. Support the business with accurate price forecasting. Prepares information on purchase prices and conditions to enable proper budgeting and cash forecasting. Identify metrics, tools, and process to optimize sourcing, supplier activities and efficiencies. Work closely with the Ice Cream Business to support the launch of innovations and new product development. Work closely with Ice Cream Business and suppliers to drive key initiatives such as Sustainable Sourcing, NDPE, RSP, aligned with Unilever Sustainable Living Plan Support to initiate and drive complexity reduction (e.g., harmonization of specifications and suppliers) Work with IC R&D teams to drive initiatives on supplier approvals / savings reformulations. To support delivering cost savings based on sourcing strategies, compliance management and cash targets. Support and manage supply chain issues (e.g., crisis management). Measure and manage overall performance of suppliers. Continuously improve ways of working and optimize procurement activities. Support strategic initiatives across Ice Cream Procurement Team based on the Lighthouse Strategy, including but not limited to Value Chain Analysis, Vertical Integration Support cross-functional initiatives and represent Unilever's interests in the management of external strategic relationships. Experience Required: University degree At least 3 years' experience in Procurement is a plus Skills: Strong on execution, have analytical skills and be pro-active. Business acumen and negotiation skills Be result and solution oriented; be able to solve (unexpected) problems (at short notice) Able to build relationships with people across the business (internally & externally). Experience in and understanding of business processes. Multi-level communication and being a good team player Strong communications skills and ability to engage and influence others. Self-starter with strong accountability, responsibility, and leadership skills Support strategic sourcing strategy Supplier risk management Supplier integration and supplier relationship management Language: English (C1) What we offer? Permanent contract signed directly with Unilever Ice Cream