Finance International Expansion Location: Remote - Canada JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW Unilever has set out the bold ambition to be the world’s leading wellness organization. Our Wellbeing Collective has bold ambitions to be a leader in the industry, driven by a portfolio of Wellbeing and Lifestyle brands. Over the past 5 years Unilever has acquired 7 brands that embody the Wellbeing purpose of health as a lifestyle pursuit. This portfolio of millennial, digital first, narrowcasting brands includes Equilibra , Olly, Smarty Pants Vitamins, Liquid IV, Welly, Onnit , and Nutrafol . In addition to growing these brands in the US, the Wellbeing collective is looking to expand the brands into global markets. Our objective is to expand our largest brands Liquid I V, Nutrafol , and Olly. Today we have launched and are present in more than 5 markets, with plans for further expansion. ROLE DESCRIPTION In this role you will own and be responsible for end-to-end ownership of International Expansion performance management , shape the International Expansion strategy and ambition , and dynamic allocat ion of resources . This includes in year performance management of financial targets and budgets , responsibility of market and launch strategy and choices , and all performance planning and reporting . You will partner the International Expansion CEO and a cross functional team of marketing, customer development, supply chain, research and development, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, and human resources across all markets. This role will report into the Wellbeing CFO . Given the dynamic, fast-paced nature of Wellbeing International, the ideal candidate should be comfortable serving as a generalist who can work in changing environments with limited formalized structure. The role is multi-dimensional, requiring the ability to manage stakeholders with different seniorities as well as cross-functional and cross-company, while balancing strategic thinking with a tight operational agenda. They must bring knowledge and network from diverse markets and/or be able to build rapid ly with high curiosity , communication, and ability to build relationships. This is an excellent role for career growth and development due to the high strategic importance to W ellbeing C ollective (WBC) and Unilever and the complexity of diverse markets, operating models , and brand/categories. The chosen candidate for this role will have outsized growth mindset , confidence to take risks and make dec isions , and grounded in strong fin ance di scipline of budgetary controls and financial planning & analysis . KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES + End to End performance management of International Expansion with International Expansion CEO + Accountable for the delivery of the planning, budgeting & forecasting activities & reporting cycles across International Expansion P&L and reviewing & communicating performance results to key stakeholders + Drafting cross functional business cases including but not limited to new market / customer / brand launches, innovations, and supply chain initiatives + Be responsible for International Expansion Strategy in year, next year, and 2030 ambition including new market launches, innovations and strategic resource allocation in existing markets, and best fit operating models. + Role may be involved in select market operations such as S&OP and may serve as dedicated finance business partner to a market at moments of high impact, high complexity, or strained capac ity . + Co-Lead with International CEO quarterly business reviews with Wellbeing CEO and CFO and Director of Performance and Strategy. + Manage a te am of direct and indirect reports as the International Expansion organization continues to take shape. Key Stakeholders   + W BC International Expansion CEO & L eadership Team (LT) + W BC CEO & CFO + WBC Finance and Strategy + Local and regional organizations in markets + U ni lever senior stakeholders WHAT YOU WILL GET As part of the finance career proposition, this role will enable the successful candidate to: + Work on high profile, hyper growth brands in early stages of market development + Run end-to-end management of the P&L covering all major line items from Gross Sales Value to Underlying Operating Profit + Broaden cross functional exposure to all major company departments + Gain international exposure across markets and cultures + Develop personal leadership profile working independently across teams + Sharpen financial skills working across a variety of strategic and operational projects + Exposed to Senior Leaders in organization (WL4s, WL5s) We are looking for a seasoned finance manager who can work autonomously across multiple geographies and senior stakeholders and lead WBC International agenda to the next phase of growth. Professional Qualifications   + Strong business partnering track record with both global and local partners and in diverse functional disciplines (general/senior management, marketing, sales, supply chain, etc ). + 6+ years of relevant experience Experience building personal brand s and relationshi ps from diverse business units and locations. + Strong analytical, logical, and presentation skills with a meticulous eye for detail. Ability to balance big picture thinking with getting hands dirty + Proactive, highly organized , and self-driven with ability to perform in fast pace, high pressure environment + Excellent engagement and communication skills. Ability to land messages succinctly and effectively with senior leaders + Ability to own & drive the agenda for the business (pro-active & independent worker) + Contagious commitment and competitive spirit that is a multiplier to the performance culture of W BC . ------------------------------------------------------------ Unilever Canada is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, marital status, family status, disability, genetic characteristics, and a conviction for which a pardon has been granted. If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at NA.Accommodations@unilever.com . Please note: These lines are reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and are not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses. Unilever Canada est une organisation engagé à la diversité et à l'inclusion pour stimuler nos résultats d'affaires et créer un meilleur avenir chaque jour pour nos employés, les consommateurs globaux, les partenaires et les communautés. Nous croyons qu'un effectif diversifiée nous permet de faire correspondre nos ambitions de croissance et de stimuler l'inclusion dans l'entreprise. 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