Our client is a leading FMCG confectionery manufacturer in Turkey, recognized as the country’s export champion in the sector. Operating state-of-the-art production facilities with a workforce of over 3000 employees, the company continues to drive international growth through continuous innovation and digital transformation.
Position Overview
We are seeking a visionary and results-driven Digital Solutions Manager to oversee non-SAP applications and spearhead corporate digital initiatives across the enterprise. Reporting directly to the IT Director (CIO), you will lead an ambitious 12-member team (comprising full-time professionals, Management Trainees, and long-term interns) to deliver cutting-edge technology projects that directly impact business performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Digital Transformation Leadership: Drive multi-departmental digital transformation initiatives across Finance, Logistics, Manufacturing, Plant Maintenance, and Integrated Outbound Deliveries.
- Commercial & AI Innovation: Lead AI-driven initiatives organizational-wide, including key marketing analytics projects such as Price Elasticity Modeling and Product Life Cycle Management.
- Ecosystem & Tool Management: Oversee strategic non-SAP business platforms, including RPA (UiPath), eBA (Workflow & Document Management), Business Intelligence (BW / Business Objects), and QDMS.
- Vendor & Partner Management: Direct relationships with external consulting firms, ensuring high-quality service delivery, contract performance, and value creation.
- Project Governance: Ensure digital projects are consistently executed on scope, on schedule, and within budget, with proactive risk management and strict quality standards.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field from a reputable university.
- Experience: Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience.
- Ideal Background: Early career roots in Software Development or SAP Consulting, transitioning into a Leadership/Project Management role driving corporate digital transformation.
- Technical Expertise: Hands-on experience or strategic involvement in SAP S/4HANA integrations and RPA (UiPath) deployments is a strong asset.
- Leadership & Team Building: Proven capability to mentor, inspire, and drive a dynamic team of professionals and young talents.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional analytical thinking, problem-solving mindset, collaborative spirit, and compelling presentation skills.
- Delivery Focus: Highly results-oriented with a strong bias for action and delivery excellence.
Location & Work Model