Group Insurance Manager

Refresco; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension fully paid by employer

28 days holiday

Learning & development opportunities

OpenUp access

Modern office near Rotterdam

Commuting allowance

Regular events and Wellbeing Week

Job summary

Refresco seeks a Group Insurance Manager to build and professionalise its global insurance function from the Rotterdam HQ. You will shape how insurance and risk management are organized across Europe, North America and Australia, partnering with senior leaders, brokers and insurers while visiting production sites to stay connected to the business.

You will own the global portfolio, lead renewals, and drive risk-based decisions, balancing protection with cost efficiency and alignment to corporate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Insurance, Business Administration, Law or related.
• 8+ years of experience in international corporate insurance or risk management.
• Strong understanding of corporate insurance solutions and European markets.
• Experience in manufacturing environment (FMCG or food & beverage) preferred.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills; pragmatic mindset.
• Certifications such as FERMA Rimap, CII or CPCU are advantageous.
• Fluency in English.
• Willingness to travel 15-20% across Europe.

Responsibilities

• Own and optimize Refresco's global insurance portfolio across Europe, North America and Australia, balancing risk protection, continuity and cost.
• Lead the annual insurance renewal process end-to-end.
• Develop and implement Refresco's global insurance strategy, policies and Group Risk Manual.
• Identify and assess operational, financial and strategic risks with cross-functional partners.
• Build trusted relationships with senior leaders, brokers and insurers as the business partner for insurance matters.
• Visit manufacturing sites to understand operational risks and support loss prevention.
• Oversee insurance claims across European units and drive reductions in losses.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, governance and internal standards; monitor market developments.
• Manage budgets, premiums and broker relationships to optimize costs.

Skills

Insurance strategy

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Regulatory knowledge

Risk management

Project leadership

Site visits

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Finance or Risk Management

Job description

Shape the future of global insurance at Refresco. Protecting a global business goes far beyond arranging insurance. It is about anticipating risks, strengthening resilience and enabling our business to grow with confidence.

As our Group Insurance Manager, you will have the unique opportunity to build and professionalise Refresco's global insurance function. This is a newly created role with the freedom to shape how insurance and risk management are organized across our international business. Working from our headquarters in Rotterdam, you will influence decisions that protect of manufacturing sites, distribution networks, and operations across Europe, North America, and Australia.

You will combine strategic thinking with a hands-on approach: partnering with senior leaders, brokers, insurers, legal, finance, and operational teams while regularly visiting our production sites to stay connected to the business.

Why this role stands out?

• Build and shape a newly created global function with significant ownership and autonomy


• Take the lead on Refresco's global insurance strategy across Europe, North America and Australia


• Work directly with senior leadership, international brokers and insurers on strategic business decisions


• Combine risk management, commercial negotiations and operational business partnering in one diverse role


• Make a visible impact by protecting a fast-growing international manufacturing business while continuously improving the way we manage risk.

Quick facts

LocationGlobal HQ - RotterdamReporting toGlobal Treasury & Insurance DirectorTeamTreasury & InsuranceRoleNewly created positionDirect reportsNoneTravelApprox. 15-20% across Europe

What You Will Do

• Own and continuously optimize Refresco's global insurance portfolio across Europe, North America and Australia, ensuring the right balance between risk protection, business continuity and cost efficiency.


• Lead the annual insurance renewal process end-to-end


• Develop and implement Refresco's global insurance strategy, policies and Group Risk Manual, driving consistent risk and insurance practices across the organization.


• Identify and assess operational, financial and strategic risks, partnering with Operations, Legal, Safety & Quality and other stakeholders to strengthen risk mitigation and resilience.


• Build trusted relationships with senior leaders, plant managers, brokers and insurers, acting as the business partner for all insurance and risk-related matters.


• Visit manufacturing sites to understand operational risks, support loss prevention initiatives and contribute to a proactive risk culture.


• Oversee insurance claims across the European Business Units, analyse trends and drive continuous improvements to reduce future losses.


• Ensure compliance with insurance regulations, governance requirements and internal standards while monitoring market and legislative developments.


• Manage insurance budgets, premiums and broker relationships, identifying opportunities to optimize costs and improve risk transfer solutions.

About You

You are a proactive and commercially minded insurance professional who enjoys combining strategic thinking with a hands-on approach. You thrive in an international environment, communicate confidently with stakeholders at every level, and enjoy building something new while staying close to the business.

You also bring:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Insurance, Business Administration, Law or a related field


• At least 8 years of experience in international corporate insurance and/or risk management


• A solid understanding of corporate insurance solutions, European insurance markets and relevant regulatory frameworks


• Experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably FMCG or food & beverage


• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to advise and influence senior leaders


• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills, combined with a pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset


• Professional certifications such as FERMA Rimap, CII or CPCU are considered an advantage.


• Fluency in English


• You will occasionally travel to Refresco manufacturing sites and warehouses across Europe.

What We Offer You.

At Refresco, we believe that your work should be rewarding, both professionally and personally. That's why we offer you:

• Competitive pay with eligibility for an annual bonus


• No personal pension contribution - your pension is fully paid by Refresco


• 28 days of holiday (based on full-time employment) to recharge and enjoy your time off


• Continuous opportunities to develop yourself, with access to tailored courses, interactive e-learnings,


• Free access to OpenUp for you and your family members, supporting mental well-being and personal development


• A modern office nearby the vibrant city of Rotterdam


• Fun and connection through regular events organized by our enthusiastic Fun Committee


• Opportunities for professional development and training to help you grow in your career


• An NS Business Card or commuting allowance, making your journey to the office more convenient


• Memorable moments together, from our weekly shared Thursday lunches to annual events like Wellbeing Week, the Christmas dinner, and our Holding trip.


• A culture shaped by our core values: entrepreneurial, passionate, agile, responsible and excellent.

Important to know: We are currently unable to offer relocation support for this position. Candidates must be based locally in The Netherlands.