Please note: This is not a Remote role and will require the incumbent to be based in Singapore CPS Plant and follow a hybrid work schedule. This is an
Individual Contributor role.
As a key member of the CPS Transformation Team, the Digital Transformation Program Director is responsible for leading the Digital Diagnostic across all CPS Plants in Asia and provide significant guidance and support for the Design and Implementation phases as part of the
PoF Framework. Responsible for the deployment of the use cases developed by the Lighthouses Plants and its business impacts by the adoption of the new ways of working and usage of the new tools and systems. Ensure that the digital transformation is completed on-time and that meet stated deliverables. In this role, the Digital Transformation Program Director will act as the liaise between multiple stakeholders like the Lighthouse Plants, CPS Transformation Team, IT, Technical and Supply Chain functions, Plant team members, vendors and consultants.
Responsible for leading the digital transformation as part of the
CPS Manufacturing Transformation roadmap leading multifunctional teams and building capabilities, while still able to design, develop and execute digital use cases to address business opportunities across the plants network. This includes project management enterprise-wide programs, product management leadership, collaborative approach, strong data and analytics knowledge and the understanding of digital solutions aligned with the value backed approach.
What You'll Do For Us
- Project Management: Lead the implementation of programs focusing on data collection, resources allocation, timelines, stakeholder management, training, and communication. Prioritize use cases and digital solutions for site performance improvements. Ensure a multiyear plan for sustainability and track progress through the PMO process.
- Product Management: Oversee the lifecycle of digital products, from ideation to launch and subsequent improvements. Act as a link between users and technical teams to translate user needs into product features. Continuously monitor and evaluate product performance for constant improvements.
- Digital Solutions: Manage, store, process, and analyze large data sets to identify business opportunities. Conduct user journey and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Evaluate and understand business needs and customer voices through diverse data sources.
- Change Management: Develop and implement strategies to maximize employee adoption of new processes and minimize resistance. Prepare and support people for changes in business processes, systems, technologies, and roles. Enable the design and delivery of key communications and assess the change impact. Support and provide input for training programs.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field is mandatory, with a preference for candidates with a Post-graduate degree or MBA.
- 8+ years of relevant experience with at least three years specifically in LEAN/Six Sigma within Supply Chain operations.
- Prior experience in a project management role, preferably in food, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing operations.
- Demonstrable experience managing Lean projects and implementing operational excellence and continuous improvement methods such as LEAN, TPM, and 6 Sigma.
- Strong leadership capabilities with a knack for influencing individuals and teams without direct authority.
- Technical proficiency in supporting the implementation of business systems like SAP, MES, BMS, EMS, and Lean Six Sigma, with Green Belt Certification being advantageous.
What can help you be successful in the role
Growth Behavior
- Growth Mindset: Demonstrates Curiosity. Welcomes failure as a learning opportunity.
- Smart Risk: Makes bold decisions/recommendations.
- Externally Focused: Understands the upstream and downstream implications of his/her work.
- Performance Driven & Accountable: Has high performance standards. Outperforms her/his peers.
- Fast/Agile: Removes barriers to move faster. Experiments and adapts. Thrives under pressure and fast pace.
- Empowered: Brings solutions instead of problems. Challenges the status quo. Has the courage to take an unpopular stance.
Leadership Behavior
- Act Like an Owner: Deliver results, creating value for our brands, our System, our customers and key stakeholders.
- Collaborate with the System, Customers and Key Stakeholders
- Develops Self and Others: Develop self and support others development to achieve their full potential.
- Drive Innovation: Generate new or unique solutions and embrace new ideas that help sustain our business.
What We Can Do For You
- Career growth and development: Leveraging our boundaryless network, we provide access to educational platforms and provide coaching, mentoring and feedback, as a part of our Leadership & Development process.
- Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. We want to make our culture inevitable.
- International Experience: Become part of international projects and work along multicultural teams, through our global network.
Skills
Operational Strategies; Digital Change; Continual Improvement Process; Data Analytics; Communication; Long Term Planning; Operational Efficiency; Change Management; Business Improvement; Business; Digital Technology; Program Management
Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:30
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