Indirect Marketing Procurement Assistant Manager

Unilever; Estado de México; Presencial; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Join a leading global ice cream company as an Indirect Marketing Procurement Assistant Manager. You will enhance marketing media spend efficiency, negotiate with stakeholders, and support growth strategies during a pivotal transition. This role offers opportunities for career growth and innovation in a dynamic market.

Formación

• At least 5 years in procurement, with 2+ years in marketing procurement within FMCG.
• Experience managing complex marketing portfolios across categories.

Responsabilidades

• Build and maintain relationships with regional and local stakeholders.
• Track KPIs and ensure procurement strategies meet financial targets.
• Identify and implement efficiencies in sourcing processes.

Conocimientos

Stakeholder management and influence

Excellent communication skills

Data-driven decision-making

Contract negotiation skills

Market trend analysis

Project management

Supply chain knowledge related to marketing procurement

Ability to build strategic partnerships and analyze suppliers

Descripción del empleo

Job Description: Indirect Marketing Procurement Assistant Manager

Location: Tultitlán

Terms & Conditions:

If you are in the Unilever Ice Cream business or considering working for Unilever Ice Cream, you will join the global leader in ice cream, with a €7.9bn turnover in 2023. The ice cream sector is part of the $1 trillion snacking and refreshment industry, with strong brands like Wall’s, Magnum, and Ben & Jerry’s. We are investing to unlock growth potential, especially as we prepare to separate from Unilever by November 2025.

Unilever Ice Cream is committed to developing talent and offering career growth opportunities within the new organization. We aim to create joyful experiences through innovation and responsible products, making life taste better.

About Ice Cream: Life Tastes Better With Ice Cream

With over 100 years of experience, Unilever Ice Cream is the largest global ice cream company, with 35 brands including three billion Euro brands. We operate in over 60 countries, generating over $8 billion annually, focusing on innovation, quality, and sustainability.

We aim to turn everyday moments into joyful memories through innovative and unique products, creating happiness for consumers and communities alike. Our approach combines seriousness about happiness with creativity and warmth.

Job Purpose:

The Marketing Procurement Assistant Manager in Mexico will enhance the efficiency of the Ice Cream business’s marketing media spend. This role involves working with global, regional, and cross-functional teams to streamline procurement processes, reduce complexity, and support growth strategies during the transition to a standalone company.

The successful candidate will negotiate, analyze, and build strong stakeholder relationships to ensure timely delivery and alignment with business objectives. Regular engagement with leadership will ensure agility in a dynamic market environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with regional and local stakeholders, aligning with business priorities.
• Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs and ensure procurement strategies meet financial and operational targets.
• Portfolio Coordination: Collaborate with BU Leads to align regional execution with global strategy.
• Performance Improvement: Identify and implement efficiencies in sourcing processes.
• Market Analysis: Conduct research on industry trends, suppliers, and pricing.
• Accountability for Results: Deliver on KPIs supporting growth and operational goals.
• Best Practices Sharing: Share insights and best practices across markets and teams.

Qualifications & Experience:

• At least 5 years in procurement, with 2+ years in marketing procurement within FMCG.
• Experience managing complex marketing portfolios across categories.
• Understanding of supply and value chain management, preferably globally.
• Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and execution skills.
• Willingness to travel 20% of the time.

Skills:

• Stakeholder management and influence
• Excellent communication skills
• Data-driven decision-making
• Contract negotiation skills
• Market trend analysis
• Project management
• Supply chain knowledge related to marketing procurement
• Ability to build strategic partnerships and analyze suppliers

Unilever values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applicants to share any support or access needs during the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience.