Scope: Local

Location: Guayaquil, Ecuador

Terms & Conditions: Temporary role 12 – 16 months, Full time, Relocation and Global Mobility not available

The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly a division of Unilever) is now a standalone, independent, EUR 7.9 billion publicly listed company. 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.​

We dream big but keep things simple to act fast.​If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for you! 

JOB PURPOSE:

Are you ready to lead a game-changing transformation? We’re looking for a Country Deployment Lead to drive the successful implementation of our ERP and related applications under Project Opus. This role goes beyond system deployment—it’s about shaping the future of how we work.

You will lead the alignment of people, processes, and technology, ensuring smooth adoption and minimal disruption. Your expertise in project management and change leadership will be critical to embedding new ways of working and delivering lasting impact across the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES?

Programme Oversight

• Lead ERP and associated applications deployment for your assigned market, covering processes, systems, and data activities.
• Build and manage a local deployment team and mobilize resources for implementation, change management, and master data.
• Ensure timely delivery against the global schedule and enable smooth transition to business-as-usual operations.

Strategic Planning & Integration

• Adapt global deployment plans to meet country-specific needs and project milestones.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (S2P, SC, R2R, O2C) and GBS partners for seamless integration.
• Align ERP deployment with other ongoing initiatives in the country.

Solution Design & Localization

• Provide input on local requirements during design and ensure compliance with tax, legal, and statutory standards.
• Lead country engagement and change management throughout preparation, localization, and deployment phases.
• Drive process changes to enable successful operation of the new solution.

Deployment Lifecycle Management

• Oversee all deployment phases—design, testing, training, cutover, and hypercare—ensuring alignment with the global plan.
• Manage deviations and escalate issues as needed.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure solutions meet local compliance requirements.
• Identify, mitigate, and escalate risks throughout the deployment process.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Provide regular progress updates to global project teams and country leadership.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as the primary point of contact for Project Opus in your market.
• Coordinate local and global stakeholders to deliver on-time, in-full deployment.

Change Management & Communication

• Lead transition to new ERP ways of working, ensuring adoption and minimal disruption.
• Communicate timely updates to internal teams, customers, vendors, and third parties.
• Manage exceptions to global standards and drive resolution.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: 

· Proven leadership in business operations with strong knowledge of Go-To-Market and Supply Chain processes.

· Track record in transformation projects, including system implementations and change leadership.

· International exposure and experience working with offshore service providers.

· Hands-on experience with SAP ERP or Supply Chain systems; familiarity with IT deployments.

· Project management expertise with proficiency in tools and methodologies.

· Strong analytical mindset to solve problems and turn data into actionable insights.

· Collaborative leader able to drive results in cross-functional, fast-paced environments.

· Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

· Fluent in English (mandatory); additional languages are a plus.

· Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; project management certification preferred.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT?

• A unique mix of global scale & start-up spirit—€7.9 bn powerhouse with an agile, entrepreneurial mindset. We’re building a new high growth Ice Cream company from the ground up. ​
• Career without limits—42 markets, international opportunities, and fast-tracked growth. ​
• A performance-driven culture—Freedom to act, disrupt and grow – your success is measured by impact.​
• A company that celebrates joy, innovation, and purpose—We create extraordinary careers, just like our ice cream creates extraordinary moments.

ABOUT THE MAGNUM ICE CREAM COMPANY

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 have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations.  

The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly part of Unilever) is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers’ businesses. Growing our people’s careers.​ Growth begins with empowerment. So we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it.​ Here’s what defines success in our organization :

• We are all about growth
• We operate with speed and simplicity
• We win together with fun
• We boldly innovate to disrupt our industry
• We care and challenge
• We are experts in the Ice Cream Category

ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE?

Please apply online and do not forget to upload your CV. Your application will be reviewed against the requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date, with an update on the status of your application.

The Magnum Ice Cream Company embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. 

For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position

Disclaimer 

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

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ABOUT THE MAGNUM ICE CREAM COMPANY:

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 have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations.

The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly part of Unilever) is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers’ businesses. Growing our people’s careers. Growth begins with empowerment. So we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it. Here’s what defines success in our organization :

· We are all about growth

· We operate with speed and simplicity

· We win together with fun

· We boldly innovate to disrupt our industry

· We care and challenge

· We are experts in the Ice Cream Category

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The Magnum Ice Cream Company embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.

For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position

ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE?

Please apply online and do not forget to upload your CV. Your application will be reviewed against the requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date, with an update on the status of your application.

Disclaimer 

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity 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. At The Magnum Ice Cream Company we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.