This is an exciting time to work in General Mills Solutions Delivery organization!
We are accelerating Digital Transformation of our Supply Chain operations to provide a competitive advantage to our business. To achieve this, we are looking for a Lead DT Analyst, with a passion for business process automation through advanced technology, to join our Supply Chain Sourcing Solutions Delivery team.
The Sourcing DT team partners with business to provide consultation deliver robust technical solutions. We leverage tools like SAP, TriplePoint, Coupa, Palantir, GCP etc. other legacy custom applications to support our Supply Chain Operations, creating a faster path to activating GMI s Digital Supply Chain goal. Below are the key objectives for this role.
Provide Technical consult on systems supporting our Sourcing business processes
Champion/shepherd for all things within Sourcing and Contract Life cycle Management (inclusive of data, process, enhancements)
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Drive projects along Supply Chain business processes; deep knowledge and working experience into Sourcing and Contract Management / Smart contracts
Serve as the technical SME on technology for GMI Supply Chain teams, uncovering key business questions and providing analysis, insights, and solutions to answer them.
Work as an SME to define project requirements in collaboration with internal business clients/users; Establish best in industry practices for sourcing tools and eliminate gaps via partnership with DT architects; communicate throughout the entire development process.
Partner in developing new capabilities that leverage the Cloud /SAAS platforms.
Work with a leadership mindset to own Contact lifecycle management and Contract insights solution
Use external perspective and internal relationships to improve how we work and what we deliver keep abreast of what is happening within the Digital sourcing space.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education Full time graduation from an accredited university. Full time Bachelor s/master s degree in computer science/electronics, or any equivalent relevant discipline is preferred (Mandatory- Note: This is the minimum education criteria which cannot be altered)
15+ years of strong technical experience with Web based/Cloud Database technologies.
10+ years of as Functional and Technical Analyst in requirements gathering, implementing, supporting IT /software solution.
Strong knowledge of Sourcing and Procurement processes
Experience in Contract lifecycle management (CLM) and Smart Contracts for Global CPG/ FMCG industry
Experience in Contract insights and performance
Strong working knowledge of various Sourcing/ Procurement related tools platforms, preferably SAP, Coupa, Palantir, GCP
Working knowledge of Generative AI/Intelligent Automation in Sourcing / Contract insights
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Solution oriented mindset with strong problem-solving analytical skills
Proven experience in leading driving technical cross functional projects/ initiatives independently
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Recent Hands-on experience with Sourcing and Procurement transformation tools, platforms, process etc.
Experience with real time system/data integrations, ETL reporting technologies
Leader with Excellent stakeholder management skills including leadership vendors.
Team player, self-driven individual with ability to provide technical mentorship.
Strong knowledge of SDLC with an Agile/SCRUM delivery experience