POI Factory Technology Lead (Fixed-Term Contract)

TN United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a POI Factory Technology Lead for a fixed-term contract in Slough. This pivotal role focuses on building and deploying a strategy to enhance factory technology resilience and compliance across Pet Nutrition and Royal Canin. You will assess current technology statuses, conduct stakeholder interviews, and develop actionable roadmaps to meet compliance goals. Join a purpose-driven company that values diversity and offers top-tier learning and development opportunities from day one. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this role is for you.

Benefits

Access to Mars University

Competitive salary and benefits

Bonuses

Qualifications

• Proficiency in manufacturing processes and systems management.
• Experience in the CPG/Services Industry with a global scope.

Responsibilities

• Assess current factory technology status including ownership and security.
• Develop recommendations and a roadmap to achieve POI compliance.

Skills

Manufacturing Processes

Systems Management

Project Management

Risk Management

Resourcefulness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

POI Factory Technology Lead (Fixed-Term Contract), Slough

Client: Mars

Location: Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 29899e423396

Job Views: 12

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

The role of the POI Factory Digital Technology Lead is a 12-18 month assignment focused on building and deploying a comprehensive strategy and resource model to ensure factory technology resilience, security, compliance, and efficiency. This role supports factories across Pet Nutrition and Royal Canin, contributing to over $25B in NSV, expected to grow to $35B by 2030. The goal is to ensure all factory Digital Technology Assets are properly staffed with accountable positions to meet POI compliance by the end of 2026.

What are we looking for?

• Proficiency in manufacturing processes and systems management
• Experience in the CPG/Services Industry with a global scope
• Bachelor's degree in information technology, supply chain, engineering, or a relevant technical discipline
• Preferred experience in IT, strategy, project management, or systems process improvement

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess current factory technology status, including ownership, support, security, compliance, and lifecycle management
• Conduct stakeholder interviews to map existing workstreams and identify dependencies and overlaps
• Define success criteria related to POI compliance and operating models, including resource and budget impacts
• Develop recommendations and a roadmap with milestones and actions to achieve POI compliance and effective resource models
• Begin executing the approved plan with stakeholder involvement

What can you expect from Mars?

• Collaborate with over 140,000 diverse associates guided by the Five Principles
• Be part of a purpose-driven company aiming to build a better tomorrow
• Access to Mars University and top-tier learning and development from day one
• Competitive salary and benefits, including bonuses

Key Mars Leadership Competencies: Manages Complexity, Tech Savvy, Resilient, Plans & Aligns, Customer Focus

Key Functional Competencies: Project Management, Risk Management, Resourcefulness, Work Process Optimization

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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 for applicants with disabilities.