Enterprise Data Strategy

Job Description:

Position: Enterprise Data Strategy and Transformation Leader

Location: Chicago, Newark (USA), London, Slough (UK)

Job Description:

At Mars Snacking, we are on an ambitious journey to rewire and almost double the size of our business by 2030.  We see digital and data as an increasing multiplier of value across not just Mars Wrigley, but also the Health and Wellness and Retail global business units of Mars Snacking.

With this in mind, we recently established the Chief Data Office (CDO) Organization to define and execute the end-to-end enterprise data strategy inclusive of data and platform governance associated with AI for the company. In collaboration with our various Global Process Experience Owners (GXOs), Regional Champions and CIOs, Functional Business and Digital Technology Leaders, and Global Business Services teams, we will establish robust data quality practices, effective operating models, evolve data in conjunction with AI literacy, and implement durable technology capabilities to govern our data as an asset from end to end. The CDO organization will serve as an accelerator to our Mars Snacking’s next generation of data-led AI journey. 

The Enterprise Data Strategy & Transformation Leader is part of the leadership team of the Chief Data Office Organization within Mars Snacking. In this leadership role, the leader will be responsible for supporting the CDO organization in implementing and orchestrating the enterprise data transformation strategy, and managing portfolio of projects and programs to ensure they are committed to the agreed timelines, budgets, value targets, and organization’s objectives and key results.

This role requires a unique blend of strategic thinking, leadership, and technical expertise to oversee the successful delivery of data transformation initiatives across Mars Snacking.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership
  • Implement and orchestrate the Enterprise Data Strategy for the business segment i.e., across all Mars Snacking projects and programs.
  • Establish modular operating models to support the current as well as future data and digital ambitions
  • Establish Program Management Office (PMO) for the CDO organization and guide the effectivity, efficiency, and scale of enterprise data transformation program delivery.
  • Manage team of program managers to facilitate the execution of the enterprise data and AI strategy across all data initiatives within Mars Snacking.
  • Under the guidance of the CDO, lead the Executive Data Steering Committee with MSLT. Track and report progress on operating model effectivity, KPI monitoring and value capture scorecard, resource approvals, and escalation triaging.
• Portfolio Management
  • Oversee the data transformation portfolio, ensuring all programs align with the strategic vision and business objectives.
  • Prioritize projects and initiatives within the portfolio, balancing resource allocation, budget, and timelines.
• Program Management
  • Ensure that program milestones are met, and deliverables are achieved within the specified timelines.
  • Support the planning, execution, and delivery of programs in: 1. Enterprise Data & AI Architecture & Engineering 
    2. D30 Mega Process Data and AI Stewardship and Delivery
    3. Enterprise Data Science & AI Ops Delivery
    4. Enterprise Data & AI Governance & Quality 
    5. SAP Data Transformation
• Change Management:
  • Partner with the Change & Communications workstream leadership and guide the strategic change management and cultural enablement aspects of the enterprise data transformation program
  • Partner with the CDO Leadership team to define and deliver Enterprise Data and AI literacy roadmap focused on the Mars Snacking segment covering D30, BAU, and the S4 ERP data literacy needs.
  • Publish data and AI change management maturity metrics at various internal leadership meetings and cross-functional group meetings/Steercos.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Act as the primary point of contact for all data transformation PMO needs for the CDO organization
  • Communicate program status, risks, and achievements to stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Risk Management and Problem Solving
  • Identify potential risks to program timelines and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Address challenges and obstacles to program success, provide timely escalation, applying problem-solving skills and strategic thinking.

Competencies: Business Insight, Collaborates, Cultivates Innovation, Decision Quality, Drives Engagement, Drives Results, Manages Complexity, Optimizes Work Processes, Strategic Mindset, Tech Savvy

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or business analytics or related major with equivalent business experience. MBA/master’s degree preferred.
• Proven 15+ years of experience in program management of large-scale enterprise data and analytics delivery within a business transformation program

Preferred Qualifications:

• Significant experience in defining and delivering enterprise-scale strategy and transformation
• Experience in implementing modular operating model and interaction model for effective adoption and sustainment of enterprise data strategy
• Extensive experience in program and portfolio management, particularly in data and analytics transformation.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to influence and guide cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of data architecture, data engineering, data science, AI, data governance, and quality concepts
• Experience engaging with technical and non-technical audiences to understand their priorities and/or impediments.
• Experience working in the Consumer Products & Goods industry.
• Experience working at Big 4 or MBB consulting firms is a plus.
• Self-starter, entrepreneurial, collaborative, and business savvy.
• Strategic mindset, tech savvy, and results oriented.

What can you expect from Mars?

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

This role is a project-based transformation role and has a current expected end date of '31st December 2026'. As we move closer to '31st December 2026 we will work with you to explore other opportunities for employment within the Mars family of companies. If a suitable alternative role is not available at that time, your employment will end.

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

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.