Program Manager Digital

Overview

The Zurich-based Barry Callebaut Group is the world s leading manufacturer of chocolate and cocoa products - from sourcing and processing cocoa beans to producing the finest chocolates, including chocolate fillings, decorations and compounds. The Group runs more than 60 production facilities worldwide and employs a diverse and dedicated global workforce of more than 13,000 people. The Barry Callebaut Group serves the entire food industry, from industrial food manufacturers to artisanal and professional users of chocolate, such as chocolatiers, pastry chefs, bakers, hotels, restaurants or caterers. The global brands catering to the specific needs of these Gourmet customers are Callebaut and Cacao Barry , Carma and the decorations specialist Mona Lisa . The Barry Callebaut Group is committed to make sustainable chocolate the norm to help ensure future supplies of cocoa and improve farmer livelihoods. It supports the Cocoa Horizons Foundation in its goal to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future.

Job Profile

Barry Callebaut Digital (BCD) is on a mission to lead the digital revolution in the chocolate industry, and were looking for a Program Manager Digital to support this transformative journey. Reporting to the Director of Program Management & Project Excellence, you will have the unique opportunity to shape our digital ways of working by overseeing and managing multiple projects within our transformation. You will ensure that a portfolio of projects is delivered on time, within budget, and meets the desired objectives. In addition, you will provide guidance and support to project managers, by incorporating best practices throughout the project lifecycle. Hence, you will be an integral part of our Program Management & Project Excellence team to ensure the successful execution of strategic digital initiatives across BC Digital.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Lead and manage complex, multi-year digital transformation programs (> CHF 10M budget) within our Program Management & Project Excellence team, incl. PMO, budget and milestone tracking, risk management, communication with stakeholders, etc.
• Allocate resources effectively to ensure program success, balance workloads and manage resource constraints
• Oversee and steer programs by fostering a culture of continuous innovation and operational excellence
• Manage escalations from projects according to defined governance structures and manage (business) stakeholders. Prepare and present (steerco) meetings to brief all stakeholders on the program status.
• Oversee and manage program budgets and ensuring financial targets are met
• Develop, implement, and refine program/project management methodologies, standards, and tools, incorporating program/project management best-practices and industry trends

• Monitor and manage continuous improvement of Program Management & Project Excellence using KPIs focusing on in time, in budget, and in quality program delivery,
• Closely collaborate with business stakeholders to ensure programs meet their respective goals

• Steer and guide project managers in their day-to-day work

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

• A minimum of 10 years of experience with the management of multi-year complex programs.
• Significant experience and deep understanding of digital project and program management solutions incl. industry trends, best practices, and project management applications
• Ability to translate complex program concepts into actionable strategies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure, problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Track record of successfully steering projects according to business needs and building trusted relationships
• The ability to bring people together and mobilize individuals to pursue a joint agenda
• Strong financial acumen and budget management skills
• Ability to drive change in a collaborative way on a global scale
• Independent and self-driven personality
• Skills to create internal and external partnerships/networks across the organization

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES & PERSONAL STYLE

• Demonstrates ability to analyze complex situations, identify critical issues, and make bold, strategic decisions to drive progress

• Is a true team player, supporting their colleagues by sharing knowledge and experience and commits the teams joint success.

• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of conveying complex problems in a clear and persuasive manner to business and digital, internal and external stakeholders

• Stays current with emerging technologies and industry trends

• Collaborates well across diverse and globally distributed teams, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships across different levels and functions of the organization

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.

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