Ice Cream - Advertising Production Manager

Note: Deadline for applying is 23.59 the day before the Job Posting End Date.

UNILEVER IS LOOKING FOR AN ICE CREAM –Ice Cream - Advertising Production Manager

Location: #TMICC Amsterdam, Netherlands

Full-time: Yes

Local conditions apply  

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 consider candidates based in the set locations. If you are based outside of these locations and you are interested to apply, please feel free to do so but at this stage we will not take your application forward. We will only consider your application if a decision is made to also recruit outside of the set locations.

The Ice Cream division at Unilever is preparing to stand on its own, aiming to become an independent, EUR 8.3 billion publicly listed company by the end of 2025. We’re on a mission to create the ultimate snacking company.​ A place where growth, innovation, founder and ownership mentality, and performance are cultivated and rewarded. And where we craft extraordinary ice cream experiences - transforming ordinary moments into lasting memories.​ Because we know, life tastes better with ice cream.​

About The Magnum Ice Cream Company: Life Tastes Better with Ice Cream

The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC) 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 €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.

Role Purpose:

The Advertising Production Manager serves as the strategic leader for TMICC’s global advertising production ecosystem, ensuring that every asset we create is world-class, efficient, and future-fit. Partnering closely with internal stakeholders, agency partners, and third-party producers, this role shapes the route-to-production strategy, champions innovation in production methods, and safeguards creative excellence across all channels.

While day-to-day project management sits with our third-party producers, the Advertising Production Manager will provide senior oversight—particularly on TMICC’s most significant, high-value productions—to ensure flawless execution, brand consistency, and maximum return on investment. This role is pivotal in balancing creative ambition with operational discipline, driving both efficiency and breakthrough work at a global scale.

Key Responsibilities:

Route-to-Production Strategy Development

• Co-develop scalable, agile, and future-ready production strategies with third-party producers.

• Design and refine production models that enable multi-market and multi-channel delivery with maximum efficiency.

• Ensure compliance with brand guidelines, legal standards, and sustainability practices.

Thought Leadership in Digital Twins & Supershoots

• Champion innovation in production methods, including virtual production, digital twins, and AI-enabled workflows.

• Shape and oversee TMICC’s largest, most complex campaigns to ensure creative ambition and operational excellence.

• Collaborate with creative and tech teams to integrate cutting-edge production techniques into campaign planning.

• Stay ahead of industry trends and convert them into competitive advantages for TMICC.

Agency of Record (AOR) Relationship Management

• Act as the senior point of contact for AORs, fostering high-performance, collaborative partnerships.

• Lead global AOR pitches in partnership with brand teams and CMOs.

• Align agencies on enterprise-level production standards, processes, and budget expectations.

• Drive continuous improvement in agency production efficiency, cost, and quality.

Advertising Production Reporting

• Oversee production performance reporting across cost, speed, quality, and asset reuse.

• Translate insights into recommendations that improve ROI and creative output.

• Maintain clear governance and visibility through dashboards and internal reporting tools.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, IT, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in advertising production, marketing operations, or platform management.

• Strong understanding of advertising workflows and supplier management.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Analytical mindset with proficiency in reporting and data visualization.

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with Route to Production (RTP) strategies.

• Experience in a multinational FMCG company.

• Knowledge of bid management and procurement systems.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

Unilever is the place where you can be yourself and bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. We offer an exciting & dynamic work environment where you can make things happen. Furthermore, we offer some great reward and benefits!   

• Attractive total remuneration package; excellent company pension, bonus and share scheme.  

• Flexible cross-disciplinary career opportunities and a wealth of training opportunities & wellbeing resources whenever and wherever.   

• Plenty of company-paid holidays to further ensure your work-life balance is maintained.   

• We encourage an inclusive culture, which comes to life with interchangeable public holidays, paid paternity leave of 6 weeks and our transgender policy.   

• Under the Hybrid Working principles, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 40% in the office or at customers, suppliers or partners to connect and collaborate.  For the time you work from home, we will ensure you are well equipped. When you are at the office, you can enjoy our tasty canteen with prepped food and own products. 

• Informal culture and being the first one trying our new products.    

• My Fitness Plan (reduction on your Fitness Subscription).  

• Home work allowance 

• Company laptop and mobile phone 

• Green Mobility Policy 

EXCITED?

Join Unilever and our team! To apply, you must do so online. Please do not forget to upload your CV and a motivation letter.  Your application will be reviewed against our requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date to provide you with an update on the status of your application.  

Looking forward to meeting you!    

Please note this is a Direct Search led by Unilever. Applications from agencies will not be accepted, nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.   

Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, parenthood, pregnancy or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against.

By highlighting the gender diversity at the workplace, Unilever encourages women equally men to apply. If you look for a job after a long career break or after any type of leave, do not hesitate to apply.

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