Director - Value Realisation Office

Mars IS UK; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic leader to enhance partnerships and drive digital transformation. In this dynamic role, you will manage a diverse team while implementing innovative software asset management strategies. Your expertise in stakeholder management and data analytics will be crucial in delivering value and achieving organizational goals. Join a purpose-driven company that values diversity and offers exceptional learning opportunities, along with a competitive salary and benefits package. This is a chance to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking environment.

Benefits

Access to Mars University

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Diverse work environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record as an exceptional People Manager.
• Experience managing strategic and operational suppliers/partners.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a best-in-class Supplier/Partner Management strategy.
• Manage and develop a geographically diverse team.
• Implement effective cadences to assess supplier performance.

Skills

People Management

Supplier Management

Software Asset Management

Data Analytics

Stakeholder Management

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Management

Job description

Job Description

Job Description:

In this dynamic role, you'll have the opportunity to build a fit-for-purpose strategic partner ecosystem to deliver 360-degree value to the enterprise. As a leader, you will be responsible for unlocking the potential of Mars and its partner ecosystem, driving intentional partnerships, adopting leading-edge technology, co-innovating, and supporting the organization's digital transformation journey. As the leader of the value realization office, responsible for four key service lines (Software Asset Management, Supplier Performance Management, Data Excellence Office, and Value Delivery Office), it is imperative to deliver outcomes measured through OKRs and KPIs across all aspects of OGSM (Value, Quality, Experience, and Associate Empowerment), and to simplify ways of working across the enterprise by reducing complexity. As a People Leader, you will build an inspiring culture enabling associates to thrive, driven by Mars Values and Principles.

What are we looking for?

• Proven track record as an exceptional People Manager.
• Experience managing strategic and operational suppliers/partners (Global, Regional, Local).
• Successful in managing and executing visionary software asset management strategies to deliver value.
• Track record of delivering 360-degree value to the enterprise, including Technology Metrics, Business Metrics, NPS, XLA, etc.
• Experience implementing data and analytics capabilities to generate insights and value.
• Strong senior stakeholder management skills.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Management, or related fields preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Preferably, consulting experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Partner with GDO service lines, copilots, and the wider organization to design and implement a best-in-class, fit-for-purpose Supplier/Partner Management strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Manage and develop a geographically diverse team, fostering a winning culture, coaching, and mentoring.
• Collaborate with service lines and suppliers to define and achieve strategic goals.
• Ensure supplier performance exceeds expectations and supports making Mars the Customer of Choice.
• Implement effective cadences (Operational, Strategic, Top-to-Top) to assess supplier performance and foster intentional partnerships.
• Design and implement best-in-class software and IT asset management processes, frameworks, and metrics to realize investments, analyze asset stacks, unlock value, and ensure compliance.
• Influence licensing and commercial policies of software publishers/providers and simplify engagement models.
• Implement a value management framework demonstrating the impact of GDO through metrics like Business Agility, Operational Resiliency, Cost Efficiency, Quality, and Customer Satisfaction (CSAT, NPS, XLA).
• Establish a Data Excellence Office framework to provide insights, enable decisive actions, and serve as a source of truth for GDO metrics.
• Publish monthly, quarterly, and on-demand performance metrics to stakeholders.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 140,000 diverse associates guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose-driven company committed to building a better tomorrow.
• Access industry-leading learning and development resources, including Mars University.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, including bonuses.

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Assistance or accommodations are available upon request during the application process for applicants with disabilities. Mars is committed to providing support, and no applicant will be penalized for requesting accommodations.