Global Tax Manager — M&A, Transfer Pricing & Strategy

JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JDE Peet's is seeking a Global Tax Manager to shape and execute our direct tax strategy across a diverse portfolio. You will operate at the intersection of technical tax excellence and commercial impact, supporting expansion, M&A and reorganisations, reporting to the Global Tax Strategy & Planning Director.

You will lead transfer pricing, address Pillar Two implications, monitor regulatory changes, and act as the trusted tax interface for regional teams.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Tax Law / Fiscal Economics (LL.M. or advanced international tax qualification preferred).
• At least 8 years of direct tax experience from Big Four / top-tier law firm and/or in-house multinational roles.
• Analytical rigour that handles technically complex tax issues with precision — even under regulatory ambiguity.
• Commercial acumen: translate technical analysis into pragmatic, business-relevant recommendations and engage credibly with non-tax partners.
• Stakeholder engagement across functions and geographies with ease.
• Ownership & initiative: identify issues proactively, drive work to conclusion, and thrive with limited supervision.
• Cross-cultural agility navigating multi-jurisdictional environments and diverse regulatory cultures.
• Clear, concise communication — you make the complex accessible for any audience.

Responsibilities

• Drive direct tax strategy and planning aligned with the Group's global ETR and cash tax objectives.
• Provide hands-on tax input into M&A transactions, joint ventures, market entry, and business reorganisations — from pre-deal structuring through to post-transaction implementation.
• Lead transfer pricing support for legal entities : local implementation, documentation, and risk monitoring.
• Navigate Pillar Two/GloBE implications for the portfolio — QDMTT exposure analysis, scenario modelling, and integration into planning activities.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments across your territory portfolio and translate findings into actionable briefing materials for senior stakeholders.
• Identify, document, and manage direct tax risks; lead and support tax audits and disputes in coordination with local finance teams and external advisors.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of tax processes, tools, and data capabilities.
• Act as the trusted tax interface for regional finance, legal, and business teams — building relationships across diverse, internationally dispersed organisations.

Skills

Direct tax strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical rigour

Commercial acumen

Cross-cultural agility

Communication skills

M&A input

Education

Master's degree in Tax Law / Fiscal Economics

Job description

JDE Peet's is seeking a Global Tax Manager to shape and execute our direct tax strategy across a diverse portfolio. You will operate at the intersection of technical tax excellence and commercial impact, supporting expansion, M&A and reorganisations, reporting to the Global Tax Strategy & Planning Director.

You will lead transfer pricing, address Pillar Two implications, monitor regulatory changes, and act as the trusted tax interface for regional teams.