Procurement Associate Manager - Operations

Life tastes better with ice cream

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 create iconic ice cream brands that are part of everyday life, bringing moments of joy to millions of people around the world. Everybody loves ice cream. And as the world’s biggest pure‑play ice cream company, we have the scale and ambition to make a real difference. 

What truly sets us apart is how we work. 

We move fast and keep things simple. We turn ideas into action, trust people to take ownership, and work as one team to win together with integrity. Our culture is high‑performance, collaborative and focused on getting things done. 

We’re curious and ready for what’s next. We embrace digital, use data to make better decisions, and keep learning, including how AI can help us work smarter and serve consumers better. 

Terms: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship. Employment eligibility will be verified as part of the hiring process. 

THE ROLE:
The Associate Procurement Manager, Ice Cream Operations, drives procurement-led initiatives that unlock business value through savings delivery, performance improvement, and operational effectiveness. The role partners across functions to support growth, enhance service, and optimize end-to-end supply chain performance. Key responsibilities include project management, end-to-end supply chain strategy support, stakeholder engagement, business case development, and delivery of key objectives and milestones. By leveraging a strong understanding of the end-to-end supply chain, this role ensures Procurement contributes to Ice Cream’s competitive advantage while enabling sustainable growth and value creation.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Support Ice Cream savings projects through strong collaboration with R&D team, leadership, and other stakeholders
• Attend and represent Procurement in transformation meetings to discuss and track projects and timelines
• Identify and drive value led savings projects
• Ensure business case deliveries are met and aligned with project government structure
• Seamless project management and collaboration with business partners to deliver and execute on timelines
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on projects

WE'RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO

• Thinks end-to-end and takes ownerships for results
• Is comfortable working in a fast-moving, evolving organisation
• Values collaboration, clarity and low-ego ways of working
• Has 5+ years in FMCG Supply Chain (planning) or Procurement related roles
• Brings strong skills in Project Management, Business Partnering and Strategic Influence, Risk Management, and Strong Financial Acumen
• Has experience with systems: SAP, SRS/PRISM, Velocity, PEGA, etc.
• Ability to manage stakeholders
• Self-driven and self-motivated
• Organization and attention to detail
• Effectiveness in trouble shooting – able to remain calm in times of crisis and creative mindset to identify solutions

WHAT YOU'LL GET

Alongside meaningful work and strong development, we offer a reward package that typically includes:

• Market-competitive pay and performance related rewards
• Flexible ways of working
• Support for health, wellbeing and life outside of work
• Time off to rest and recharge
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Medical, dental and (where applicable) vision coverage 
• Health and wellbeing support, including employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives 
• Health-related savings and spending accounts 
• Retirement savings programs with a competitive matching plan 
• Additional employee perks (e.g., corporate discounts, commuter or learning support) 

Benefits vary by country and are subject to plan terms and eligibility. 

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Why join us?

This is a place for people who are passionate about ice cream and are growth obsessed - both for the business and for themselves. People who act like an owner and drive our business end-to-end. People who are driven by success to deliver more than we ever thought we could!

You’ll thrive here if you value an inclusive culture, with low ego and hierarchy - and if you’re excited to continuously learn and challenge how we work, using digital, data, and new thinking to push us forward.

- Roles with real accountability and visible impact

- Free to move fast, experiment and challenge how things are done

- Continuous learning and development as the business grows

- Reward linked to performance and contribution.

Your career here is shaped by what you deliver, as you work across functions and markets and grow with the business.

Ready to build the future of Ice Cream?

If this sounds like the place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply online and share your CV. We'll review your application and be in touch with the next steps.

If you are an individual with a disability and require assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please let your Talent Acquisition Partner know.

Additional information

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

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