ICE CREAM – Global Compliance Manager.

ICE CREAM is hiring for Global compliance Manager Supply Chain

Location: Netherlands HQ (Amsterdam)

Local conditions apply

Full-time/Part-time

For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position and for this vacancy in principle we will first consider candidates based in the Netherlands. If you are based outside of the Netherlands and you are interested to apply, please feel free to do so but we can only take your application on if a decision is made to also recruit outside of the Netherlands.

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 Compliance manager oversees governance processes to ensure all Ice Cream organizations comply with SHE laws, regulations, and internal standards. This role involves developing, implementing, and managing compliance programs, including auditing, audit action tracking, and reporting.

The scope covers all factories, offices, R&D centers, distribution centers, field sales, and merchandisers, and includes technologies such as Personal and Process Safety, Construction Safety, Health, Industrial Hygiene, and Environmental compliance. Be aware, your traveling up to 50% of the time, since you participate in audits!

The Compliance Manager collaborates across the organization to implement SHE technology, tools, and processes, continuously simplifying compliance and fostering a strong SHE compliance culture.  The Compliance Manager also manages a team of Data Analysts to simplify global SHE reporting to ensure protection of people and planet.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Develop and Implement Audit and Reporting Compliance Programs:

• Create and manage programs to ensure adherence to SHE laws, regulations, and internal standards.
• Oversee auditing, audit action tracking, and reporting processes.
• Develop tools to identify repeat findings and systemic gaps across the SHE standards.
• Report to senior leaders on summary findings from the audit program.

Training and Communication:

•   Provide training and guidance to employees, contractors, and third-party suppliers on compliance matters.

• Foster a strong SHE compli