Unilever Future Leaders Programme – Marketing & CD – France

Unilever Future Leaders Program (UFLP)

The Unilever Future Leaders Program is a 36‑month rotational leadership development program designed to grow top‑performing undergraduate talent into managers within three years. Participants are hired into a function and develop leadership skills through real projects that prepare them for their first management role.

Programme Structure

The program consists of three 12‑month rotations across Sales and Marketing divisions, giving participants hands‑on experience in core business functions.

• Chef de Secteur / Field Sales Specialist – builds foundational industry knowledge.
• Category Manager – develops product and category strategy.
• Key Account Manager (retail, e‑commerce, etc.) – manages strategic customer relationships.
• Product Manager – drives product lifecycle and launch initiatives.

Roles & Responsibilities

Participants will:

• Build partnerships with distributors, supermarkets, convenience stores, and e‑commerce channels.
• Collaborate on new product launches, recommend product ranges, and negotiate annual business plans.
• Influence and negotiate with stakeholders to maximize market penetration.
• Lead cross‑functional projects to support business growth.

Candidate Profile

• Fluent in both French and English.
• Fresh graduate or professional with no more than two years of experience.
• Valid French driving licence.
• Strong interpersonal skills, commercial acumen, logical thinking, ambition, and a solid analytical capability.
• Flexibility to relocate for rotations across different regions.

Benefits

• A competitive salary with progressive increases throughout the programme.
• Annual performance bonus opportunity.
• Profit‑sharing and employee savings schemes.
• Meal tickets and relocation allowance when required.
• Flexible working arrangements as per role.
• Access to well‑being initiatives and comprehensive learning resources.

Application Process

1. Online Application – Complete the application form, optionally importing details from LinkedIn. Only one function may be selected.
2. Profile Assessment – Two stages: a personality portrait test and an online cognitive assessment.
3. Digital Interview – Record a short interview followed by a business case; a real person reviews the submission.
4. Discovery Centre – Attend a day of hands‑on activities, meetings, and a live interview with Unilever colleagues.

EEO & Diversity Statement

Unilever gives full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We are committed to well‑being, inclusion, and creating opportunities for all.