We are looking for a Director EMEA Transformation Office to join our EMEA team based in Hoofddorp Netherlands.

About Barentz

Barentz is the global specialty ingredients solution provider. The company sources branded specialty ingredients from leading manufacturers worldwide and its ingredient experts provide value-added technical support which includes pre-mixing, blending, ingredient formulation and ingredient testing from its state-of-the-art, customized formulation centers and application laboratories in EMEA, Americas and Asia-Pacific.

Established in 1953, Barentz has operations in more than 70 countries with a strong presence in Europe and North America, and a rapidly growing network in Latin America and Asia-Pacific. With a turnover of €2.4 billion, the company employs over 2,700 people worldwide and serves more than 27,000 customers. For more information, visit:www.barentz.com

About the role

Job Purpose

  • You will lead the implementation, coordination, follow and tracking of key growth and transformation projects, as well as cost initiatives.
  • You will drive the projects and work-streams of the overall program, overseeing and coordinating activities that in some cases might be owned by other functions & teams (external or internal), either on a European or country level, while also owning & supporting strategic and/or cross-functional EMEA projects of your own.
  • Of the projects & work streams you lead, and own all aspects including, but not limited to, a clear definition of the project charter, scope, deliverables, and timelines.
  • You are responsible for organizing all activities needed to deliver the planned results of the projects and to ensure these are realized within the given period, in anticipated quality and cost.
  • You will work closely with the EMEA CEO, CFO and HR-Director and other central and local staff as well as the BUs to advise on prioritization of activities, project work streams and initiatives, resource allocation, and issue resolution.
  • You will be in the lead to drive the EMEA region to growth, transformation, and professionalism and show a strong impact on the transformation of the EMEA region.
  • This is a key role in our strategic transformation and offers the opportunity for broad professional development within the organization.

Critical Results

All strategic projects are realized in the given time, in anticipated quality and cost.Risks and issues are managed and resolved timely and effective.Timely and accurate reporting of results and performance to stakeholders.Cost saving for Barentz EMEA as a secondary benefit.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for Barentz EMEA Transformation Management Office and support in stand-up of organization and transformation
  • Key areas of transformation will be:
  • Implementing Commercial Matrix organization.
  • Consolidating, harmonizing, and optimizing the Operating Model and management structure, as well as related processes.
  • Supply Chain optimization.
  • Technology roll-out and Digital stand-up.
  • Other consolidation and centralization projects to drive operational efficiencies.
  • M&A Integration management (IMO) for EMEA
  • Supporting the team in professionalizing set-up, and processes and building scalable platform for growth.
  • Keep an up-to-date and clear overview of all related projects, work-streams & initiatives.
  • Support and advise on all Project Management aspects to deliver exceptional results and realize initiative.
  • Monitor and drive progress, manage interdependencies, resolve issues.
  • Own, manage & execute multiple cross-functional | complex projects & work-streams @same time.
  • Regularly communicate the results and status of these projects to all stakeholders.
  • Organize the activities needed to deliver the intended results of the program, and ensure projects arerealized in the given time, in anticipated quality and cost.
  • Understand the budgetary needs for each project, as well as the related variances as appropriate.
  • Design, develop & maintain project management tracking and summary materials.
  • Work proactively to provide excellent project management & creative solutions.
  • Initiate workshops, meetings, and whatever is needed to onboard the BU’s and Regions in this overall important restructuring program.
  • Inspire BUs and Regions to adopt new ideas to decrease costs and optimize processes.

About you

Education and Experience

  • Business education at university level (Bachelor's required, master’s degree is a plus)
  • Minimum of 8+ years of project management | transformation and E2E management experience
  • Strong Project Management software background
  • Fluent English skills (written and spoken) are a necessity and other 
  • European language is a plus.
  • Green Belt or better Black Belt is a strong plus.

Core competencies

  • Strong business acumen and ability to understand and manage decisional impacts.Positive influence capabilities and ability to impact the organization.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently, while also being able to build relationships internally and across different functions.
  • Manage multiple stakeholders, projects, and work teams simultaneously.
  • Able to multitask, prioritize, and work within a matrix organization in a deadline-driven environment.Proven ability to solve problems using a range of skills; analytical, quantitative, communication, and marketing.
  • Work collaboratively to develop written communications, presentations, dashboards, project and implementation plans, and various financial analyses.
  • Develop tools and reports that provide meaningful analysis for a project’s key financial components.
  • Use information systems and internal partners to extract data necessary for each project.
  • Able to communicate to the most senior leaders of the business your work and analyses effectively in a clear, logical, and concise manner.
  • Thinks ahead and develops new ideas and concepts, has a creative mind-set.
  • Highly process-oriented, and understands business processes.Highly committed and enthusiastic.
  • Pays attention to detail, and is focused on priorities, with the flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and timelines.
  • Proactive attitude – outgoing – self-starter, looking for opportunities.

Key Generic Competencies

  • Excellent presentation and communication skills
  • An MBA and Green or Black Belt credentials and/ or deep E2E experience will be helpful to accomplish this strategic role, offering a broad impact scope and further development.
  • Planning and Organizing: Establishes a systematic course of action for self and others to ensure the accomplishment of specific objectives.
  • Sets priorities, goals, and timetables to organize for achieving the desired results.Communication: effectively transfers requirements and intentions to others.
  • Presents oneself clearly.Collaboration: develops cooperation and teamwork while participating in a group, working towards solutions that benefit all involved parties.
  • Problem-solving builds a logical approach to address problems, risks, and issues.
  • Manages independently the situation at hand, but calls on other resources for assistance and escalates on time to project decision makers when needed.Business acumen: is aware of and takes into account how decisions and solutions of the projects impact the business performance.Cross-cultural sensitivity: understanding to communicate with different nationalities.
  • Action oriented: is action-oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging, takes on initiatives when needed.
  • Results-oriented: sees things through until the end.
  • Financial results oriented.

Why Barentz?

At Barentz, we’re more than just a company – we’re a global community driven by innovation and collaboration. With our positive and supportive culture, we operate under a “One Team, One Goal” mentality, ensuring everyone is aligned and working toward success. As a rapidly growing multinational in the ingredients industry, you’ll be part of an inspiring environment with global reach and fast-moving market segments.

  • Competitive package including 27 days annual leave + bonus structure.
  • Company Car
  • An inspiring multinational company in a fast-growing and innovative business
  • Fringe benefits like private health care, private pension schemes, company Fitness scheme, etc.

Interested?

If you feel excited reading the above and want to join our journey, please send your resume in English, by using the apply button. Any questions regarding this position, please contact Frans Kools, Group HR director (Frans.Kools@Barentz.com)

Job ID: No. 188

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