Director of Enterprise Transformation

Danone North America; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Enterprise Transformation to lead strategic initiatives that align with their ambitious goals. This role involves guiding cross-functional teams through critical transformations, optimizing organizational structures, and enhancing operational efficiency. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in strategic planning and change management, coupled with strong leadership skills to influence senior executives. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact on communities and the environment through innovative solutions and a commitment to sustainability.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Time Off

Paid Parental Bonding Leave

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Consulting, Strategy, or CPG.
• Experience in strategy, planning, and change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic enterprise-wide initiatives for transformation.
• Develop and implement organizational design strategies.

Skills

Leadership amongst Senior Executives

Strategic Thinking

Business Acumen

Effective Communication

Change Agent

Program Management Experience

Adaptability

Impactful Contributions

Navigate Ambiguity

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

Job description

Director of Enterprise Transformation

Job Locations

US-CO-Louisville | US-NY-White Plains

ID

2025-17070

Number of People to Hire

1

Job Family

General Management

Level of Experience

Experienced Professionals

Short Intro and About the Job

The Director of Enterprise Transformation based in Louisville, CO or White Plains, NY. is an experienced leader within NORAM responsible for: Leading strategic enterprise-wide initiatives in support of the 'Renew Danone' strategy - with a specific focus on transformation & integration/divestiture initiatives to 'Expand Where We Should Be', 'Seed the Future' & 'Rotate the Portfolio'. This leader reports to the VP, Enterprise Planning, Innovation & Transformation - and is a key member of the Enterprise Insights, Strategy & Planning team.

Transformation & Strategic Initiative Leadership:
- Integration/Divestiture: Lead cross-functional teams through the strategic implementation of future acquisitions / spin-offs including designing a strategic end-state model to achieve the business case, driving compliance and harmonizing to NORAM standards and considering risks & implications including the human aspects & culture within the holistic plan to ensure change enablement.

- Organizational Design: Develop and implement comprehensive organizational design strategies in alignment with strategic objectives to optimize company structure, enhance operational efficiency, and support business growth & productivity.

- Planning & Process Transformation: Define the transformation agenda for the organization. Lead cross-functional teams in the analysis & redesign of enterprise-wide processes to improve organizational agility, responsiveness & efficiency.

The base compensation range for this position is $175,000 - $195,000k per year commensurate with experience. Danone North America additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options. To give our employees flexibility, Danone is a hybrid work environment.

About You

Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred.
* +10 years of relevant experience in Consulting, Strategy or CPG with increasing responsibility.
* Experience in strategy, planning and change management/transformation is a plus.

Skills & Abilities:
* Leadership amongst Senior Executives: Drive agenda to align with organizational objectives. Lead and influence effectively, across all levels and to build cross-functional relationships.
* Build and Lead High-Performing Teams: Mentor and develop teammates and cross-functional individuals.
* Strategic Thinking: Develop, frame and problem solve to shape strategic direction, prompting enterprise-wide choices and decision making.
* Business Acumen: Ability to understand and think critically about the organization's strategic direction, financial performance, and industry landscape to make informed recommendations to drive plans.
* Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment.
* Impactful Contributions: Seek out and contribute to work that positively impacts the business.
* Navigate Ambiguity: Operate comfortably in gray zones and manage competing priorities.
* Executive Presence: Interface and present confidently to senior executives.
* Change Agent: Experience as both an internal and external change agent
* Effective Communication: Deliver impactful narratives that engage, persuade, and inspire action, us tailored messages, data-driven insights, and clear implications to drive informed decisions.
* Self-Directed and Motivated Doer: Stays organized and driven to ensure progress of own & team's work.
* Program Management Experience: Lead complex initiatives at top consulting firms or within CPG. Demonstrated ability to drive effective change throughout an organization via strategic program and project stewardship.
* Organizational Design Knowledge: Apply practical knowledge of organization design and complex change.

About Us, We offer and What's next

At Danone North America, you'll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world like Activia, Silk, Two Good, Oikos, evian, and Happy Family. You'll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps in the world, working together to make sure our brands create real benefits for people, communities, and the planet. We have 6,000+ employees across the U.S. and Canada. Come join our movement for a healthier world: One Planet. One Health BY YOU.

Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here.

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