Sr. D&T Manager – Global Impact

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Permanent
Full-time

17 days ago

Job Description:Position TitleSr. D&T Manager – Global ImpactFunction/GroupDigital & TechnologyLocationMumbaiShift TimingRegularRole Reports toSr D&T ManagerRemote/Hybrid/in-OfficeHybridABOUT GENERAL MILLSWe make food the world loves: 100 brands. In 100 countries. Across six continents. With iconic brands like Cheerios, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Nature Valley, and Häagen-Dazs, we’ve been serving up food the world loves for 155 years (and counting). Each of our brands has a unique story to tell.How we make our food is as important as the food we make. Our values are baked into our legacy and continue to accelerateus into the future as an innovative force for good. General Mills was founded in 1866 when Cadwallader Washburn boldly bought the largest flour mill west of the Mississippi. That pioneering spirit lives on today through our leadership team who upholds a vision of relentless innovation while being a force for good. For more details check outGeneral Mills India Center (GIC) is our global capability center in Mumbai that works as an extension of our global organization delivering business value, service excellence and growth, while standing for good for our planet and people.With our team of 1800+ professionals, we deliver superior value across the areas of Supply chain (SC) , Digital & Technology (D&T) Innovation, Technology & Quality (ITQ), Consumer and Market Intelligence (CMI), Sales Strategy & Intelligence (SSI) , Global Shared Services (GSS) , Finance Shared Services (FSS) and Human Resources Shared Services (HRSS).For more details check outWe advocate for advancing equity and inclusion to create more equitable workplaces and a better tomorrow.JOB OVERVIEWFunction OverviewThe Digital and Technology team at General Mills stands as the largest and foremost unit, dedicated to exploring the latest trends and innovations in technology while leading the adoption of cutting-edge technologies across the organization. Collaborating closely with global business teams, the focus is on understanding business models and identifying opportunities to leverage technology for increased efficiency and disruption. The team's expertise spans a wide range of areas, including AI/ML, Data Science, IoT, NLP, Cloud, Infrastructure, RPA and Automation, Digital Transformation, Cyber Security, Blockchain, SAP S4 HANA and Enterprise Architecture. The MillsWorks initiative embodies an agile@scale delivery model, where business and technology teams operate cohesively in pods with a unified mission to deliver value for the company. Employees working on significant technology projects are recognized as Digital Transformation change agents.The team places a strong emphasis on service partnerships and employee engagement with a commitment to advancing equity and supporting communities. In fostering an inclusive culture, the team values individuals passionate about learning and growing with technology, exemplified by the "Work with Heart" philosophy, emphasizing results over facetime. Those intrigued by the prospect of contributing to the digital transformation journey of a Fortune 500 company are encouraged to explore more details about the function through the followingPurpose of the roleThe Sr. D&T Manager – Global Impact is a critical leadership role responsible for driving the technology strategy and execution to support the organization's environmental sustainability goals. This role will act as a strategic partner to Global Impact leadership, developing a comprehensive technology roadmap, identifying and evaluating emerging technologies, and ensuring compliance with evolving global regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and communication skills, with a passion for leveraging technology to create a more sustainable future.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES· Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with Global Impact leadership and key stakeholders across the organization.· Act as a trusted advisor on technology trends and opportunities related to environmental sustainability.· Translate business needs and sustainability goals into actionable technology strategies.· Lead the development and maintenance of a comprehensive multiyear technology roadmap for environmental sustainability, aligned with the organization's overall sustainability strategy.· Prioritize technology investments based on impact, feasibility, and alignment with business objectives.· Manage Budget and fiscal discipline for technology initiatives for global impact.· Proactively monitor and evaluate emerging technologies for their potential to advance environmental sustainability initiatives. Identify and assess innovative technology solutions from external partners and lead pilots.· Monitor global environmental regulations and assess their potential impact on the organization's operations and reporting requirements.· Collaborate with legal, compliance, and sustainability teams to stay abreast of regulatory changes and best practices.· Keep the D&T leadership informed with developments and regular updates.· As dedicated D&T contact for global impact business, manage all project deliverables, ensuring they meet budget, scope, schedule, and quality expectations.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education – Full time graduation from an accredited university
Bachelor’s degree in computer science/Electronics/Electrical. MBA preferred.
15+ years of relevant experience.
Candidate should have expertise in disciplines like Stakeholder management, Enterprise Architecture, Business Analysis, Program Management.
Proven ability to develop and execute technology strategies aligned with business objectives.
Strong understanding of emerging technologies and their potential applications for environmental sustainability.
Experience with data analysis, data management, and data visualization tools.
Familiarity with global environmental regulations and reporting frameworks
Possess a strong understanding of systems of record commonly used in the CPG / Manufacturing industry for capturing relevant data. i.e. PLM, SAP, MES, WMS, Transportation & Logistics systems.
Knowledge of Data Architecture in Supply Chain processes.
Hands on experience on self-service analytics tools.
Understanding of technologies like Cloud Platform, Data platforms, Business intelligence tools. Integration technologies like API.
Candidate should possess strong skills in Strategic Planning, decision making, analytical ability, Communication & Presentation, Problem Solving

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Handson experience with sustainability solutions, reporting frameworks.
Understanding of CPG industry business processes
Expertise in leading change management for the business
Strong ability to build and sustain relationship on senior management level.
Strong negotiation, facilitation, influencing and decision-driving skills.
Flexibility, persistence, accompanied by quality and results orientation.
Ability to work in a global, multicultural , cross-functional work environment and leverage virtual teams.
Awareness of cloud architecture, application architectures.

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