Sr Business Partner - Global Snacking DT Commercial

McCain Foods; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

McCain Foods is seeking a Senior Business Partner for Global Snacking DT Commercial in Amsterdam. You will bridge commercial needs with digital technology, shaping data-driven decisions across Sales and Marketing within Global Snacking.

Bring 7+ years in tech-business partnerships, CRM/digital analytics experience, and strong cross-functional collaboration. This role sits in the Information Technology function at McCain Foods in the Netherlands.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Technology Business Partner or Digital Solutions for commercial functions.
• Experience with CRM, digital engagement and analytics.
• Familiar with Agile delivery and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support commercial strategy execution through digital technology and data enablement.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to align tech with commercial objectives.
• Define, prioritize, and implement digital projects with Global Snacking division.
• Promote adoption of digital capabilities and drive value realization.
• Act as connector between business and technology teams.
• Track project performance and report outcomes.

Skills

Digital transformation

CRM

Analytics

Agile delivery

Stakeholder collaboration

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline

MBA (asset)

Tools

CRM systems

Trade management software

Analytics tools

Job description

Position Title: Sr Business Partner - Global Snacking DT Commercial

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Requisition ID: 44541

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.

About The Role

The Digital Technology team at McCain is committed to using technology and data to drive profitable growth, enhance customer experience, and further our purpose of 'Celebrating real connections through delicious, planet-friendly food.'.

As we progress through a significant digital transformation across all segments, including Agriculture, Manufacturing, and Commercial functions, we are investing in digital platforms, data-driven solutions, and an innovation-oriented culture. These efforts support McCain’s business ambitions, particularly in the Global Snacking division.

As Senior Business Partner – Global Snacking DT Commercial, you will play a critical role in supporting the business objectives within our Global Snacking division. You will collaborate with key stakeholders, contribute to strategic initiatives, and champion digital solutions that help enable data-driven decision making. Will you be part of this exciting journey?

What You’ll Be Doing

Reporting to the Sr Director Global Snacking Digital Technology, the Senior Business Partner – Global Snacking DT Commercial is responsible for supporting commercial strategy execution through digital technology and data enablement. This position works closely with business stakeholders in Sales and Marketing within the Global Snacking division, ensuring that the division's commercial objectives are effectively supported by digital and technology solutions.

Acting as a connector between business and technology teams, you will help design, define, and implement processes and digital products that advance our business strategy, creating value across the Global Snacking division.

Responsibilities

• Build Collaborative Partnerships: Develop trusted relationships with Sales, Marketing, and commercial stakeholders within the Global Snacking division to understand priorities and align technology support accordingly.
• Support Business Strategy: Partner with stakeholders in the Global Snacking division to identify opportunities where digital capabilities can drive commercial outcomes. Participate in relevant forums and discussions to represent Digital Technology priorities.
• Enable Technology Solutions: Work closely with Global Technology delivery teams and the regional PMO to help define, prioritize, and implement a portfolio of digital projects that align with Global Snacking’s strategic roadmap.
• Promote Adoption: Advocate for adoption of new digital capabilities and support functional teams in maximizing the use of technology within business processes.
• Facilitate Change and Continuous Improvement: Encourage a culture of continuous improvement and agility, proactively identifying areas for process or platform optimization.
• Deliver Thought Leadership: Monitor industry trends relevant to snacking and bring actionable recommendations for digital innovation to the Global Snacking division.
• Drive Value Realization: Assist in tracking project performance, measuring business value, and reporting outcomes to key stakeholders.
• Support Digital Transformation: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement digital initiatives and help ensure value delivery for the Global Snacking business.

Measures of success

• Delivery of digital products, services, and solutions that directly support Global Snacking business objectives
• Effective collaboration and communication with partners at all business levels, with a focus on supporting commercial functions
• Demonstrated understanding of the Global Snacking division’s business goals and challenges
• Creation and maintenance of a collaborative environment to deliver common objectives for business and technology teams
• Application of relevant external trends and best practices to McCain’s Global Snacking digital strategy
• Achievement of defined project objectives, milestones, risk mitigation plans, and value measurement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline; graduate-level qualifications (e.g., MBA) are an asset
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in a Technology Business Partner, Commercial Technology, or Digital Solutions capacity (experience within CPG, Snacking, Food Service, QSR, or Retail sectors strongly preferred)
• Proven track record contributing to digital transformation and technology programs for commercial functions, such as CRM, digital engagement, and analytics
• Experience supporting, guiding, or delivering projects related to sales execution systems, customer engagement platforms, and trade management solutions
• Familiarity with agile project delivery frameworks
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across global and cross-functional teams to support business strategy
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills to foster alignment for technology initiatives with business needs

About McCain

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Leadership principles

At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.

The McCain Experience

We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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Job Family: Information Technology

Location(s): NL - Netherlands : North Holland : Amsterdam

Company: McCain Foods Holland B.V.