The Digital Transformation Leader for the Europe Region is responsible for driving the strategic digitalization initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, customer experience, and business growth. This role leads the adoption of emerging technologies, process automation, and data-driven decision-making to optimize business performance. By collaborating with cross-functional teams, the Digital Transformation Leader ensures alignment with global digital strategies while tailoring solutions to regional market needs. Key part of the role is to identify opportunities for digital innovation, manage change effectively, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and technological advancement. Role will report to Director FSQ Europe and can be based in Amsterdam area, or Nijmegen.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
1. Lead deployment & regional adoption of the Digital solutions
o Lead deployment roadmap and budget according to global strategy
o Execute core model of digital assets in the region with maximum level of adoption to local IT-ecosystem and Business processes
o Deploy digital solutions while ensuring high user adoption levels (waterfall, agile, hybrid)
o Collect and manage backlog for enhancements and improvements base on collected feedback
2. Support Design& Build of Digital Solutions being vocal leader of the region
o Partner the product design & build to deliver comprehensive Digital solutions according to needs
o Partner with regional leads, IT, business counterparts to strategize the domain, and ensure clear goals and priorities for the team
Evolve the design processes within the wider perspective considering other domains to ensure proper fit to application model of KraftHeinz.
o Nurture and champion the application lifecycle management within the region
3. Change management
o Ensure proper stakeholders communication within global functions & regions
o Monitor adoption & change management using standard methodologies
o Identify and address any challenges or resistance related to the adoption of new technologies and processes
Expected Experience & Required Skills
· 8+ years experience in project management in big CPG / FMCG organization.
· Deep experience in deployment of Digital solutions (QMS, LIMS, DMS solutions would be an asset)
· Deep knowledge of Food Safety Processes and taxonomy.
· Advance knowledge and proved working experience in different project management methodologies
· Moderate skills on planning and forecasting including Risk & mitigation management
· Cost & Budget management experience
· Fluent skills in project management software’s (Jira, Slack, Asana, ProjectView)
Work Environment & Schedule
This position is considered a Normal office environment with limited travel or visits to external locations; offices are open workspaces Additionally, this role requires location in Amsterdam area
Physical Requirements
Physical demands include but not limited to
· Lead & drive project with full courage & self-drive
· High level of communication skills with capabilities to present in front of company leadership team
· Balanced resilience and time efficiency in order to keep move forward with adjusted pace according to the context
What we offer you:
An ambitious employer; we only want the best for you. A fast career track like only few other companies can match. A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market); at KraftHeinz we strongly believe and live by ownership and meritocracy. Additional benefits such as Commuting Allowance, Hybrid Work Allowance & Reimbursements, Bicycle & Gym Discount Plan, Employee Assistance Program and Supplemental Health Insurance. A wide range of discounts with KraftHeinz’s partnerships on fashion, electronics, travels and many more! Last and not least; there are always room for new insights: If you have an idea, please let us know, and we can set it in action! Location(s)Amsterdam
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.