It deployment lead

Job Description: IT Deployment Lead Salary circa £55,000 + company bonus and benefits This exciting role is part of the Mars Global Services Digital Technologies organisation. MGS Digital Technologies is focused on bringing new technology into our segments and functions to enable value creation and drive business objectives. Mars is embarking on a digital revolution and this role is a key enabler of this transformation. Have you got what it takes to take the lead and help make this happen? Are you agile in your problem solving? Do you have a passion for driving change? The IT Deployment Lead is accountable for the deployment of the Microsoft 1NAV ERP solution to the Royal Canin markets, as well as for the management of all projects and enhancement activities on the different 1NAV environments. What are we looking for? This role will suit an organised and experienced team player with a strong understanding and experience with ERP and business systems. We are looking for someone with the following: Project/Program Management Budget Management Experience working within complex programs of work, with multiple workstreams and dependencies Skilled in consulting and negotiating with diverse stakeholders including vendors Excellent verbal and written communication skills High-level organisational skills with attention to detail. Ability to multi-task, prioritise and meet deadlines. What will be your key responsibilities? Lead early engagement discussions to understand project complexity, align stakeholders and teams on resources needed for the project and fix Kick-off timelines Own and manage the relationship with third-party vendor: align expectations, objectives and KPI’s. Review quality of service delivered by the vendor and manage escalations/improvements if needed. Financials: participate in OP build, periodic financial management of project budgets (PO’s, x-charges, cost plan updates tracking risks opportunities) Create and manage Demand Project records on Service Now PPM Ensure on-time quality project delivery by vendor, through regular follow-up with Project Managers Be first escalation point, responsible for issues crisis management Senior Stakeholder Management: Attend Steering Committees and manage local, regional and global Leadership stakeholders Align priorities and dependencies between your and other projects Accountable for project management governance best practices (make sure they are applied by all project teams, improve certain methodologies and ways of working if needed). What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles. Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. #LI-HA1 Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.