Regional Ice Cream Acceleration Director M/F/X

Job Description

Job Description:

Location : Paris ; London

Segment : Mars Wrigley

Contract Type : Permanent

Join Mars Wrigley as a key leader in our EMEA region, where you'll be at the forefront of driving the growth and success of our ice cream business.

As the Regional Ice Cream Acceleration Director, you'll have the exciting opportunity to shape our strategy and execution across Europe, Central Eurasia, and GEM (Global Emerging Markets). This pivotal role is designed for a strategic thinker and dynamic leader who thrives on collaboration and innovation. If you have a passion for developing strategic business plans, guiding high-performing teams, and leading 60+ market strategies, we want you to lead our ice cream acceleration efforts and drive our long-term success.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for a versatile Demand talent, with a passion for driving business growth and leading dynamic teams, and approximately 10+ years of extensive experience across Sales, Category Management, Marketing, or Strategy. The ideal candidate will possess:

• Strategic Expertise: Exceptional strategic thinking skills, capable of leading and guiding markets through acceleration projects. You'll lead cross functional teams and utilize insights to make informed strategic recommendations and develop actionable plans that propel our business forward.

• Business Acumen: A holistic view of the business, with a good grasp of P&L management and sales execution. You'll have the ability to challenge and inspire teams across 60+ markets, ensuring strategic alignment and engagement towards Perfect Execution. Your keen listening skills and results-oriented mindset will be crucial in delivering impactful outcomes.

• Influence without Authority: A deep understanding of how to effectively engage markets, critical stakeholders and drive performance to new heights. You'll be comfortable navigating complex market dynamics and fostering strong relationships.

• Global Perspective: International experience is a significant advantage, bringing an broad perspective to our operations. Fluency in English is essential, enabling you to communicate effectively in our diverse and multicultural environment.

What would be your key responsibilities?

This role leads the Acceleration (Business Development) of the Ice cream business across all EMEA markets: Europe & Central Eurasia + GEM.

• Accelerate business growth through developing and co-creating strategic business plans with key markets as well as co-pilot regional long-term growth planning strategy (iVCP)

• Lead/Guide Ice Cream markets community (Sales Director, Category Leads, Brand Managers) to deploy Ice Cream strategic pillars, drive quality growth, export best practices and develop capabilities.

• Be accountable for Markets' operating plan execution across all levers

In details:

• Regional Strategy: co-create and deploy regional strategy and long-term growth plans for our Ice Cream business across EMEA markets and communities.

• Market Partnership: Collaborate with market Leadership teams to develop ambitious and sustainable long-term Ice Cream acceleration plans.

• Community Engagement: Drive wider Ice Cream community engagement behind growth ambitions, fostering a collaborative and motivated environment

• Performance Tracking: Partner with the Ice Cream business co-pilot to set and monitor market KPIs and Operating Plan targets.

What can you expect from Mars?

• At Mars, we believe in a relationship of mutual trust, dignity and respect between our company and Associates that is more meaningful than the standard employer/employee relationship.

• As Associates, we can expect to be respected, supported and valued as individuals, to be treated fairly and equitably.

• You will join the most iconic segment of Mars and the world's largest chocolate manufacturer, which includes M&Ms, Snickers, Twix, Maltesers, Freedent, Airways and Be-Kind cereal bars

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.