Sr. Digital Cluster Lead - UK and Nordics

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates; Slough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company is seeking a PNE Cluster Sr Lead to develop and implement a digital technology strategy that aligns with market objectives. The role involves building relationships with stakeholders, managing projects, and driving innovation in technology use to enhance business performance. Candidates should have a strong background in digital strategy, project management, and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on delivering results in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Best-in-class learning and development support

Industry competitive salary and benefits package

Access to Mars University

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in relevant business (IT or business function).
• Strong project management skills with familiarity with various tools and techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define the Digital Technology strategic roadmap for the PNE Cluster.
• Engage with key teams to improve business performance through technology.
• Lead digital technology governance meetings and monitor project progression.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Digital Technology Strategy

Project Management

Consultative Skills

Problem Analysis

Negotiating Skills

Influencing Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Job description

Job Description:

We are searching for an experienced Digital professional to build trusted relationships with the Cluster leadership teams, to understand market objectives and how technology can foster our strategy. The PNE Cluster Sr Lead will work in partnerships with functional leaders and Digital Technology teams in the region(s) to define and deliver a Digital Technology strategic roadmap that supports the market and regional ambition.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Information Systems, Computer Science
• Proven track record of delivering results in two or more of the following three areas:
  Senior Stakeholder Management, Digital Technology Strategy, Program Strong consultative skills, problem analysis, negotiating, and influencing skills,
• 8+ years of experience in relevant business (IT or business function),
• Strong project management skills with familiarity with a variety of tools and techniques
• Able to evaluate technology and process alternatives,
• Excellent written and verbal skills as well as high interpersonal skills,
• Must be customer focused with demonstrated ability to form a productive relationship with a wide constituency, including business leaders, IT personnel, and project leaders.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Build credibility and establish rapport by maintaining open communication with all internal and external stakeholders to achieve Pet Nutrition Europe objectives.
• Engaged with key PNE Cluster and regional teams to understand their strategy and problems and determine how to improve business performance through applying technology.
• Define the Digital Technology strategic roadmap for the PNE Cluster that supports cluster, market and regional objectives.
• Lead the PNE Cluster digital technology Governance meetings to align strategy, prioritize investment and unlock challenges.
• Ensures the implementation of company policies and guidelines in alignment with local legal requirements, cultural specifics, and business practices.
• Collaborates with business sponsors and managers to create clear outcomes, project scope, approach, and business case for each project/program in his area.
• Monitors the progression of projects through the delivery phase, working with deployment and Digital Technology teams to ensure the realization of the benefits.
• Works with the Regional Program Office and the Delivery Leads to facilitate the project approval process with the Regional Steering Committee.
• Collaborates with Digital Technology Functional leaders in other regions/segments to determine if a solution exists and can be reused and to ensure minimal redundancy and overlaps.
• Constantly learn about the functional area inside and outside the organization. Network with external experts and vendors in the area to stay up to speed with digital trends and proactively push innovation in the region

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.