⚡Do you dare to lead the digital transformation to create a more sustainable world? 🌳
At Schneider Electric, we are the leading digital partner in sustainability and efficiency for businesses, communities, and individuals. Our goal is for all people to be able to make the most of our energy and resources through the integration of processes, software, big data, and energy technologies that enable integrated management of buildings, industries, and cities. We are present in over 110 countries with a diverse and disruptive team of over 150,000 people. If you are seeking an opportunity to propel your career and challenge your creativity, we want to meet you!
About Schneider Digital
All IT needs for Schneider Electric are managed by Schneider Digital; spread across 303 locations in 60 countries with over 2300 staff; along with various engagements with all major Global IT Service Providers.
You will be part of the dynamic Schneider Digital - HR Technology team whose mission is to “Create digital workplace of the future & Enable HR to build workforce of the future”.
We are seeking a talented individual to join the team as a Digital Strategy & Governance Manager, being responsible for the Strategy & Governance for the group. Join us on this exciting journey as we transform the HR & Employee experience at Schneider Electric!
What will you do?
As a Manager in Digital Strategy & Governance, you will play a pivotal role in driving the strategic direction and operational efficiency of the technology landscape. You will be responsible for overseeing the implementation, maintenance, optimization, and innovation of our systems, ensuring they align with our business objectives and deliver exceptional value to our employees worldwide. Our team is committed to driving continuous improvement through various programs and initiatives.
We focus on:
- Providing authoritative guidance in the resolution of complex problems or issues related to critical activities for the organization: Strategic Initiatives, Programs & Projects, Operational Excellence
- Communicate the various strategies employed to deliver on our ambition for the Employee Experience & HR Digital capability.
- Develop & enforce processes and standards, educating IT & Domain stakeholders with artifacts.
- Building Trust between stakeholders by defining Strategic & Operational value & performance targets, their measurement and communication
- Governing development and implementation of measuring, reporting, and supporting ongoing decision-making services with KPIs, metrics and SLAs.
Main Responsibilities
- Technology Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive technology strategy that supports our organizational and business goals.
- Operational Excellence: Establish and enforce digital operational standards and best practices. Monitor and analyse operational performance metrics to drive improvements.
- Application Portfolio: Ensure execution of application lifecycle management processes and retirement strategies, including data quality and security compliance
- Group Portfolio Governance: Evaluate and prioritize investments based on business value and alignment with strategy. Additionally, establish financial governance frameworks for ongoing operational expenses.
- Workforce Management: Optimize workforce allocation and capacity planning with plans and talent strategies to support digital transformation.
- Stakeholder Management: Manage stakeholder relationships, resolving conflicts and aligning differing opinions.
- Reporting and Communications: Measure and Report key performance indicators that reflect the effectiveness of governance controls. Effectively communicate with a specific focus and tailored approach to different audiences
- Team Leadership: Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to build a high performing team.
What qualifications will make you successful for this role?
- Bachelor’s degree computer science/information technology or related field.
- MBA from a reputed institute
- 10+ years of experience with 2+ years in IT leadership positions of expanding responsibility
- Excellent project management and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to perform critical analysis of large complex program/projects and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to perform feasibility studies, cost benefit analyses and business case creation. Finance and budgeting experience for projects and programs.
- Ability to effectively interview and interact with project executive sponsors, project team and external consultants.
- Strong communication, interpersonal skills & effective presentation skills.
- Knowledge of database management, cloud computing, and integration technologies.
- Experience with cloud-based solutions and digital transformation initiatives.
- Knowledge of data privacy and security regulations.
What will you get?
We adapt to you:
🕓 With our flexible schedule, you'll have the freedom to adjust your work hours to accommodate your personal needs and responsibilities.
💻 We know how great it is to work from home. With our hybrid work plan, you can enjoy working from the comfort of your home.
🏝 Need more time to relax and disconnect? With our Holy Pack, you can purchase additional vacation days to recharge when you need it most.
📅 Celebrate holidays your way! With Floating Holidays, you can exchange holidays for other days that better suit your plans and personal preferences.
🧘Need additional time to explore new experiences or focus on personal projects? With the Sabbatical Pack, you can request up to 2 months of extra leave (unpaid).
💞 We value the importance of family and want to support you in all aspects of your life. Our Global Family Leave Policy provides flexible paid conditions for when you need it most, whether you're about to be a parent, need time to overcome a loss, or to care for a loved one.
We take care of you:
📱 With access to the health and wellness platform Wellwo, you and up to 5 people of your choice can enjoy virtual medical care and 24/7 psychological support, as well as access to nutrition counseling, fitness classes, and more!
🏄From dance classes to booking a hotel spa, we offer an agreement with Wellhub so you can access a network of thousands of gyms and sports centers to keep your body active in the way you like best.
🩺 Your well-being is our priority. You will have medical service at your workplace for close attention to any medical needs.
We empower you:
🎯 With Open Talent Market, our AI-driven professional development platform, you can connect with job opportunities, projects, and mentors at Schneider Electric globally.
🤑 We offer you the opportunity to be a shareholder of Schneider Electric and share in our achievements with our stock ownership program.
🙌 We celebrate everyone's talent and success with our recognition program, through which you can give and receive points for your achievements and redeem them for gift cards at your favorite stores.
💗 You will have life insurance for your protection.
💰 We offer you a Flexible Remuneration Plan in which you can choose from a variety of options, such as health insurance, meal vouchers, childcare vouchers, transportation vouchers, training, and more.
🛒 As part of our #SEGreatPeople, you will have access to an online store of Schneider Electric products with exclusive prices and super discounts.
🎁 With Club Schneider, you will enjoy special discounts at your favorite stores, restaurants, travel agencies, and other external services.
💚 Participate in company-subsidized volunteer programs to contribute to our community and have a positive impact on your environment.
DIGINFR24
Let us learn about you! Apply today. You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric - apply today!
€36 billion global revenue
+13% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
#1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.
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