Transformation Associate 

Mission

Drive global transformation and support selected cost reduction, efficiency, and performance improvement initiatives in partnership with initiative owners.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Transformation:
  Assist the COO/CTO & VP Group Transformation in running operational transformation programs, tracking initiatives, and measuring associated value (e.g., cost savings, project prioritization, and management).
• Stakeholder Support:
  Provide support to Workstream Leaders and Initiative Owners, including coaching, problem-solving, and fast-tracking solutions to remove bottlenecks.
• Reporting & Analysis:
  Assist with report creation, analysis, and own the initiative tracking tool and updates.
• Cross-functional Communication:
  Synthesize complex, cross-functional insights for diverse audiences, from plant managers to C-suite executives.
• Leadership Alignment:
  Facilitate alignment across the global leadership team (~50 senior leaders) spanning business lines, regions, and functions.
• Target Setting & Delivery:
  Coach initiative owners to set ambitious yet achievable targets and accelerate delivery by removing roadblocks.
• Impact Tracking:
  Track and validate the impact of transformation initiatives in collaboration with Finance.
• Executive Updates:
  Prepare and deliver regular updates on transformation progress and impact to ExCo; prepare business cases to support decision-making.
• Ad Hoc Analysis:
  Conduct ad hoc analyses as requested, proactively searching for opportunities to deliver additional impact and insights to CTO/COO and ExCom members.
• Resource & Risk Management:
  Assist in resolving resource allocation, project management, and risk issues; help prepare initiatives for review and approval.

Key Relationships / Stakeholders

• Reporting Line:
  Reports to the VP Group Transformation; works closely with Workstream Leaders and Initiative Owners.
• Key Stakeholders:
  • ExCo (CEO, COO, CFO, CTO, EVPs)
  • Global Leadership Team (GLT): ~50 senior leaders across business lines, regions, group functions, managers, and senior leaders

Business Skills

• Strong conceptual problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of operations (supply chain, purchasing, manufacturing)
• Ability to adapt measures to fit business size and processes
• Skilled at organizing and communicating complex information for diverse audiences
• Experience developing, documenting, and operationalizing new processes
• Strong business acumen to evaluate initiatives and implementation risks
• Ability to synthesize complex information and derive data-driven insights
• PMO skills to drive transformation globally

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience:
  • 3+ years in operations leadership, transformation office, or strategic PMO roles
    or
  • 1–2 years in top-tier management consulting with an operations/transformation focus
• Education:
  • Master’s degree required
  • MBA is a plus

IT Skills / System Requirements

• Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with SAP/S4 Hana is a plus

Languages

• English (required)
• French, Dutch, or German (nice to have)

Competencies

• Strong analytical thinker with advanced Excel modeling and dashboarding skills (e.g., Power BI)
• Proven ability to communicate complex ideas and data analysis in clear, management-level PowerPoint slides
• Natural coordinator, able to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
• Comfortable challenging senior leaders respectfully and driving accountability
• Thrives in ambiguity and can make progress without perfect information
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills (oral, written, and listening)
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and communicate action plans to cross-functional teams
• Ability to interact directly with senior members of the organization
• Willingness to travel up to 15–20% of the time

What's on offer:

• A dynamic and challenging environment that encourages growth and learning.
• Opportunities to shape the future of our industry and make a significant impact on our company's business
• A collaborative culture that values innovation, integrity, and inclusivity.
• Competitive compensation packages, including health benefits etc.

If you want to join a global business and enjoy being a team player who's driven and passionate, then this is your opportunity to come on board by applying! 

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