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Turkey Technology & Data Manager/Lead

Location: Turkey
Department: Information Technology

This is a fixed-term position for 6 months, created to support ongoing operations during a temporary team adjustment.

The Ice Cream division at Unilever is preparing to stand on its own, aiming to become an independent, EUR 8.3 billion publicly listed company by the end of 2025. We’re on a mission to create the ultimate snacking company. A place where growth, innovation, founder and ownership mentality, and performance are cultivated and rewarded. And where we craft extraordinary ice cream experiences - transforming ordinary moments into lasting memories. Because we know, life tastes better with ice cream.

ABOUT THE MAGNUM ICE CREAM COMPANY: 
The Magnum Ice Cream Company is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers’ businesses. Growing our people’s careers. Growth begins with empowerment. So we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it.  

With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry.  We have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations.  

We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of The Magnum Ice Cream Company as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen before the end of 2025.  

We dream big but keep things simple to act fast. 

If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for you! 

JOB PURPOSE:
As the Technology & Data Manager/Lead for Turkey, you will be responsible for leading the local IT strategy and operations in alignment with regional and global business goals. You will act as the primary technology partner to the country leadership team, ensuring that IT delivers measurable value to the business. A key focus of this role is strong business engagement, enabling digital transformation and innovation across commercial, supply chain, and support functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Leadership:
• Develop and execute the country’s IT roadmap in alignment with regional and 
global strategies.
• Representing IT in the local leadership team and influence business 
decisions through technology insights.

Business Engagement:
• Act as the single point of contact for all IT-related matters in the country.
• Build strong relationships with business stakeholders to understand needs, 
identify opportunities, and deliver impactful solutions.
• Drive adoption of digital tools and data-driven decision-making.

IT Operations & Service Delivery:
• Ensure reliable, secure, and cost-effective IT operations across all sites.
• Oversee local infrastructure, applications, and end-user support.
• Manage vendor relationships and service level agreements.

People & Budget Management:
• Lead and develop the local vendors or IT contractors.
• Manage the country’s IT budget and ensure financial discipline.

Compliance & Risk Management:
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, data privacy regulations, and 
cybersecurity standards.
• Proactively manage IT risks and business continuity planning.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:  
QUALIFICATIONS:    
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or 
related field.
• 10+ years of progressive IT experience, preferably in FMCG or a similar fast-paced 
industry. 5+ years of IT leadership experience.
• Proven track record in business partnering and stakeholder management.
• Strong understanding of enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, analytics platforms).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and change management skills.
• Fluent in English; and local language.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:
•    A unique mix of global scale & start-up spirit—€8.3bn powerhouse with an agile, entrepreneurial mindset. We’re building a new high growth Ice Cream company from the ground up. 
•    Career without limits—42 markets, international opportunities, and fast tracked growth. 
•    A performance-driven culture—Freedom to act, disrupt and grow – your success is measured by impact.
•    A company that celebrates joy, innovation, and purpose—We create extraordinary careers, just like our ice cream creates extraordinary moments.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
As publicly announced, Unilever will separate its Ice Cream business which is expected by the end of 2025. This role will transfer to the new Ice Cream company. 

Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.  

For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position.

ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE?
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.

Disclaimer 
Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

We take pleasure seriously. Join the Ice Cream team now!

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Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.