Ice Cream Establishment Innovation Process Lead

We are seeking an R&D Innovation Process Lead for Ice Cream. The purpose of this role is to lead the global portfolio management for Ice Cream as well as to transition the innovation process to the new Ice Cream company., The Ice Cream company will transition to a new innovation process as it separates from Unilever and the job holder will play a significant role in this; the choice and implementation of a new project management IT tool, new portfolio metrics, data management and as well as supporting the implementation of new ways of working e.g. innovation team training, new governance process. You will also have responsibility for building and managing the change programme. As the global portfolio lead you will be responsible for portfolio management:-

• Managing data integrity and deliver timely analysis of the Innovation Portfolio for presentation at category reviews.
• Distilling key insights and recommendations on portfolio shape, size of projects, OTIF delivery and other financial metrics to facilitate prioritisation by leadership teams.
• Supporting project teams on the project management process, data integrity and gatekeeping, and regional portfolio business partners.
• Partnering with the Ice Cream Innovation Marketing Lead to provide innovation information requested by central Unilever teams.
• Partnering with the Ice Cream Innovation Finance Lead to provide portfolio input to the Ice Cream innovation result analysis.
  
  Innovation portfolio or innovation process experience is highly desirable, otherwise experience of working on projects as a technical project leader or project leader and an understanding of the project management process and governance is essential.
• An understanding of project portfolio metrics is desirable.
• Strong data processing and analytical skills including a good level of proficiency in Excel is essential.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex data in a clear and straightforward manner is essential.
• Experience of change management is desirable.
• An ability to direct teams that do not report directly to you, and to hold others accountable for delivery on time and in full.
• Networking and stakeholder management.
What we offer Whilst the role is advertised on a full-time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all.

ABOUT ICE CREAM 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. We are the proof that an unbroken chain of happier people works - for a happy planet and winning smiles. As the largest ice cream company in the world, we have over 100 years of experience in delivering smiles, and we plan to continue this for many more years to come, with our people and planet first. We have 35 brands in over 60 countries. All driven to spread happiness 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.