Business Partner Digital

OverviewPosition Title: Business Partner Digital & Technology (Manufacturing)Position Type: Regular - Full-TimePosition Location: Villeneuve d’Ascq, 2020Grade: Grade 05Requisition ID: 32837Reporting to the Vice President, Digital & Technology, GB / CE & MENA, the Digital & Technology Business Partner (Manufacturing) is accountable for partnering with the CE / GB Manufacturing business organizations to successfully deliver our business strategy.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild strategic and trusted partnerships across our business: Lead the relationship and partnership with senior-level CE/GB business stakeholders in Manufacturing, and across our business units.Partner with senior-level and executive leadership to contribute to the CE/GB business strategy and shape the opportunities for digital capabilities in the region to achieve our business goals. Participate in strategic and operational forums with Manufacturing leaders.Business technology strategy development: Co-create our digitally enabled business strategy with key stakeholders and leadership and identify opportunities to achieve business outcomes.Portfolio management and value creation: Work closely with the CE/GB regional PMO and Global Technology PMO to define and prioritize a portfolio of digital enablers and capabilities to achieve business objectives. Manage an overall portfolio of regional and global initiatives in the Manufacturing space, set priorities, and align with regional and global teams to successfully deliver value and positive business outcomes. Connect strategy to execution and achieve results as a cohesive team.Lead transformation for adoption of digital capabilities and cross-functional ways of working across region. Measure value and identify future opportunities to continuously enhance our business.Provide thought leadership and future-oriented strategy: Proactively address opportunities in the external environment to enhance our future business ambitions with market-leading insights. Lead strategic discussions for Manufacturing, data & technology capabilities and solutions.Partner across the Global Digital Technology Organization delivery, development, and support teams to implement capabilities and solutions connected to our overall business strategy. Lead with a commitment to teamwork and building successful relationships.Sponsor and lead programs and projects in the improvement, creation and implementation of best business practices and leading digital solutions. Collaborate with leaders both inside and outside the organization to ensure delivery of results.Be a change agent and advocate for evolving and advancing new opportunities and improving processes.Drive strategic direction as an active leader in the CE/GB Digital & Technology leadership team.Lead teams to establish clear vision, create an atmosphere of trust, and leverage diverse views. When appropriate and applicable, coach and mentor team members to learn and develop skills and experiences.Measures Of SuccessEnsure that digital products, services, and solutions meet the specific needs and expectations of partners and customers to deliver the greatest possible value and impact.Demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills with partners at all levels of the organization.Demonstrate deep understanding of McCain CE/GB and Global Manufacturing business goals.Inspire cross-functional teams to deliver results together as one team with common objectives.Establish external connections to continuously learn and apply industry trends that add value to McCain’s strategy.Create aligned and connected roadmap of capabilities and initiatives working with Global Technology and Business Functions.Demonstrates ability to set clear objectives, develop roadmaps, anticipate risks, measure performance, and evaluate results.Key Qualifications & ExperiencesBachelor’s degree in Computer Sciences or equivalent experience; Graduate level desirable (MBA)10+ years’ experience as a Technology leader, either as a Technology Business Partner with manufacturing organizations or as a Digital Leader for Manufacturing functions.Proven experience working on large-scale technology programs and digital transformation initiatives, preferably in CPG, Food Service, QSR or Retail industries.Experience leading programs enabled with technologies including SAP/ERP, MES, Quality systems, advanced analytics and automation solutions.Experience partnering with Manufacturing organizations and understanding of Operations Technology (OT).Extensive partnership with Manufacturing leadership teams.Solid experience developing and delivering a connected digital and business strategy in a global or large, complex region.Strong interpersonal skills working at all levels of the organization. Ability to negotiate with both internal and external groups and gain trust to align opportunities for overall success.Inclusive and inspiring team leadership.Other InformationKey internal relationships: Manufacturing Leadership in CE & GB, as well as Global Digital & Technology Program, Delivery and Support Leadership teams.Leadership role in Digital & Technology CE/GB Leadership team.Participate in key external relationships with external vendors and industry forums.Travel: as requiredJob is primarily performed in office in Villeneuve d’Ascq (France) with regular traveling to different plants across the region(s) CE & GB. Due to project October, significant presence in Germany will be required at certain moments of the project implementation.More Information About McCainMcCain is a leading Canadian company in the frozen potato products market. With 22,000 employees worldwide, more than 1,000 employees in France and a presence for over 40 years, McCain France has created a partnership with 800 farmers. Today, McCain has 49 production plants worldwide. McCain promotes values of integrity, authenticity, commitment and solidarity by being an agent of change in a context where the safety of all is paramount. To achieve this, actions in favor of environmental protection have been put in place: sustainable agriculture, efficient use of resources, quality food and prosperous communities.McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. We are an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with the Global Employee Privacy Policy.Job DetailsJob Family: Information Technology; ManufacturingDivision: Global Digital TechnologyDepartment: Enterprise BA GBLocation(s): FR - France : Nord : Villeneuve-dAscqCompany: McCain Alimentaire SAS #J-18808-Ljbffr