Chief Technology Officer

Louis Dreyfus Company; Neu-Ulm; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading global commodities trading company seeks a senior technology leader to drive innovation in Health Ingredients Food technology. You will be responsible for aligning technology strategy with corporate goals, enhancing relationships with board members, and ensuring operational excellence. The ideal candidate brings over 12 years of experience, including strategic planning and execution. Advanced degree preferred. Competitive salary and hybrid work options available.

Leistungen

Competitive salary and benefits

Hybrid work available

Pension contributions

Access to Training and Development

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience in a senior technology leadership role, preferably as CTO or Managing Director.
• Demonstrated strategic planning and execution experience over 12 years.
• Experience with EMEA and global customers, providing innovative solutions.

Aufgaben

• Lead the development of corporate strategy and technology initiatives.
• Enhance relationships with board members and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure technology operations meet business objectives.

Kenntnisse

Strategic Thinking

Innovation

Creativity

Technological Expertise

Relationship Management

Leadership

Business Acumen

Communication Skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Food Sciences or Food Engineering

Tools

Active Directory

Customer Service

Information Technology

Project Management

Jobbeschreibung

Strategic Development and Contribution

• Participate in the development of the corporate strategy applying functional expertise to test the viability of strategic initiatives.
• Contribute creative ideas and insights to support the strategy formation process.
• Lead the development and implementation of the technology strategy for significant business areas ensuring alignment with the overall corporate strategy.
• Anticipate and address mega‑trends and complex challenges and opportunities within the technology landscape.

Technology Leadership

• Lead the Health Ingredients Food technology science and/or application initiatives that are of strategic importance to several business units.
• Drive progress in technological fields ensuring innovative solutions and advancements.
• Oversee the implementation of technology initiatives ensuring they meet organizational goals and deliver value.

Relationship Management

• Develop and improve relationships with board members identifying priority issues and strategic challenges.
• Prepare board members for discussions on technological and strategic issues providing insights and recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure the integration of technology strategy with wider corporate goals.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure that technology operations are aligned with the organisation’s business objectives.
• Oversee the development and management of the technology budget ensuring cost‑effective solutions and investments.
• Implement best practices in technology management and operations to drive efficiency and effectiveness.

Innovation and Trends

• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends and best practices.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies and methodologies that can enhance the organisation’s competitive edge.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the technology teams.

Experience

• Proven experience in a senior technology leadership role with health ingredients specialism, preferably in a CTO or Managing Director role.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and execution, likely gained over 12 years.
• Experience working with EMEA and global customers, focussing on proactively solving customer problems and providing innovative solutions.
• Depth and breadth of expertise in Health Ingredients Food technology and science environment.
• Excellent understanding of industry trends, mega‑trends and complex technological challenges.
• Exceptional relationship‑building skills with experience working with board members and senior executives.
• Strong analytical problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Other Skills (Computer Skills etc)

• Strategic Thinking, Innovation and Creativity with Technological Expertise
• Relationship Management, Leadership and Team Management
• Business Acumen and strong Communication Skills

Languages

• English and German (Essential)
• Additional languages beneficial

Academics

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Sciences, Food Engineering or a related advanced sciences field; advanced Master’s degree preferred but not essential.

What We Offer

We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment that will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.

Our Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Hybrid work available (not applicable to all roles)
• Pension contributions
• Access to Training and Development

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company. We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value both for our business and for other value‑chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full‑time

Key Skills

Active Directory, Customer Service, Information Technology, Database, Information Security, Infrastructure, Project Management, SharePoint, Troubleshoot, Desktop, Computer System, Ensure Compliance, Procedures, hardware, Technical Support

Vacancy

1