Senior Marketing Strategic Sourcing Manager - Americas

Job description – Logistics Procurement Assistant 

Location:Tultitlán

Terms & Conditions:.

If you are in the Unilever Ice Cream business or consider choosing to work for the Unilever Ice Cream business, you will work for the Global, leading Ice Cream player with €7.9bn Turn Over in 2023. The Ice Cream business is operating in a highly attractive category, as we are part of the 1 trillion snacking and refreshment industry, growing consistently at high pace. We have strong brands equities: 5 of top 10 selling brands including Wall’s, Magnum, Ben &Jerry’s. 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.

Ice Cream has distinct characteristics from Unilever’s other operating businesses and the growth potential of Ice Cream will be better delivered under a different ownership structure. As Ice Cream company we are committed to developing and nurturing talent within our Ice Cream company. You will have ample options for career growth and exploration, allowing you for you to explore roles and opportunities across the new organisation. Your career development will be a priority for us, and we are dedicated to supporting your growth journey within the new company.We hope that you will want to build the new chapter of our Ice Cream history together with us.

ABOUT ICE CREAM: Life Tastes Better With Ice Cream

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. 

JOB PURPOSE:

The Marketing Strategic Sourcing Manager – Americas will play a pivotal role in enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of the Ice Cream business group in the Americas. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams within the organization, including Marketing, CD, CSP,CMI, Legal and Finance, to streamline marketing procurement processes, focusing on high-impactregional or Market tailored solutions. As the Ice Cream division transitions to a stand-alone company, this position will reduce complexity and accelerate collaborative decision-making to drive strategies and impactful executions at regional and/or Market level.

The successful candidate will coordinate with the marketing procurement Portfolio Leads to execute global strategies within a defined framework, while also having the autonomy to adapt these strategies to regional needs. This role demands a proactive approach in building strong stakeholder relationships and delivering efficient sourcing strategies that align with Ice Cream’s business objectives. Regular engagement with the Regional Leadership Team will ensure alignment and agility in the face of dynamic market needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Line Manager task: lead, manage, monitor performance of direct reports, ensure personal and professional growth and development.

•Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain collaborative relationships with regional and local stakeholders, ensuring alignment with the Ice Cream business priorities and needs. Effectively manage expectations and streamline communication with Portfolio Leads and the senior stakeholders.

• Regional Strategy Execution: Translate global marketing procurement strategies into actionable, region-specific initiatives. Balance alignment with global objectives while leveraging local insights to drive results.

• Portfolio Coordination: Work closely with Portfolio Leads to ensure that regional execution aligns with the overarching global strategy. Define, adapt and implement procurement initiatives in areas such as Promo/Visibility, Creative/ Insights/Digital, Sponsorship/Influencers marketing to maximize impact within the Americas.

• Performance Improvement: Identify opportunities for efficiency and optimization within the marketing sourcing process. Drive performance by reducing fragmentation, focusing on high-impact areas, and executing sustainable sourcing strategies.

• Accountability for Results: Deliver on financial and operational KPIs, ensuring that procurement strategies contribute positively to business targets and Ice Cream BG’s growth agenda.

• Best Practices Sharing: Act as a subject matter expert for marketing procurement within Americas, bringing insights from the region to other BUs and sharing internal and external best practices across markets.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: 

• Proven experience in marketing procurement with a focus on strategic sourcing and stakeholder engagement.

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate across different functions and markets in a fast-paced, agile environment.

• Strong capability in stakeholder management and building collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams.

• High proficiency in contract negotiation, data-driven decision-making, and change management.

• Ability to manage complex projects and drive solutions that are region-specific while aligned with global strategies.

EXPERIENCES, QUALIFICATIONS :

• A minimum of 7 years experience in procurement, within at least 2 years in marketing procurement under managerial roles within FMCG industry.

• Experience in managing complex marketing related portfolios across diverse categories, such as Promo Materials (POSM&Premiums), Promo Services (Events & Activations and Field Force), Media, Creative & Insights, Sponshorship, Influencers.

• Understanding of supply chain and value chain management in the context of regional markets, ideally within the Americas.

• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance long-term strategic thinking and short-term execution needs.

• Experience working with senior leadership to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.

• Willingness to travel 20% of the time.

SKILLS :

• Stakeholder Management: Ability to influence and engage stakeholders across different levels and functions.

• Excellent communication skills: for internal, external stakeholders/audience to land messages in an engaging, clear way to drive decision making and actions.

• Data-Driven Decision Making: Use data to inform sourcing decisions and measure impact.

• Contract Negotiation: Skilled in negotiating agreements that balance cost, quality, and business goals.

• Business Acumen: Insight into market trends and their impact on procurement and business strategy.

• Project Management: Proficient in managing large-scale, complex projects.

• Value Chain Understanding: Knowledge of supply chain principles, especially as they relate to marketing procurement.

• Strategic Partnerships: Build and nurture relationships with suppliers to drive mutual value creation.

• Analytical Skills: Strong capability in supplier and competitive analysis.