Strategic Program Director

Vor 2 Tagen

Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Barry Callebaut Vollzeit

Join a dynamic team at Barry Callebaut


We are seeking an experienced Strategic Program Director to lead the transformation of our operations in Zurich, Switzerland.



About the Role

The Customer Supply and Development (CSD) business unit has a large portfolio of strategic projects, focusing on improving productivity, safety, and digitalization. As a Strategic Program Director, you will drive change and ensure alignment between various projects and programs within the portfolio.


You will work closely with senior management, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies that drive business growth and improvement. This role is positioned within the Projects team of the VP Business Optimization Programs and is based in Zurich.



Key Responsibilities

  • Drive and manage a portfolio of strategic CSD projects, focusing on Operations Innovation & Strategy, Operations, or Digital.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders (100+) on a day-to-day basis and align with Senior Management.
  • Build and maintain a strong network across the Organization.
  • Align convergent views around your area of responsibility, have a positive influence, and gain buy-in.
  • Work together with the VP Business Optimization Programs and relevant business stakeholders (VP level - 1) in shaping the agenda for CSD Transformation.
  • Ensure Global Business alignment by conducting assessments together with your Regional business counterparts to gain deeper insights and assess challenges & opportunities in the current state.
  • Use an integrated approach that considers the organization as a whole to outline fact-based insights for the future state.
  • Design the future journey, organization, and processes together with your Business counterparts to optimize the way we manage CSD.
  • Define, track, and ensure delivery against the Business Case to measure the value generated.
  • Develop project plans and manage individual projects forward.
  • Develop change plans and drive all aspects of change.


About You

  • University degree: Economics, Engineering, or similar.
  • Knowledge of Cocoa and Chocolate Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain Management.
  • 10+ years of experience in Program management in a multinational corporate and/or consultancy environment.
  • Experience in Project management and Change management.
  • Experience in Business Transformation.
  • Track record in leading projects in the respective area (Operations Innovation & Strategy or Operations or Digital).
  • Proven track record in leading change.
  • Comfortable in engaging with senior stakeholders and able to build trust and credibility.
  • Ability to influence and gain 'buy-in'.
  • Experience in Business Case realization as well as experience in Global design and local roll-out.
  • Positive 'can-do' attitude.
  • Self-starter and hands-on working style.
  • Ability to operate in a multicultural environment and flat organizational structure.
  • Strong analytical problem-solving and conceptual thinking.
  • Experience in management consulting is a plus.
  • Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
  • Fluent knowledge of English together with other languages spoken in the Barry Callebaut world.
  • Travel requirements: 30% travel required – dependent on the phase of the project.


What We Offer

Barry Callebaut offers a competitive salary of approximately CHF 120,000 per year, depending on experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and generous paid time off.


In addition, you will have the opportunity to work with a global team of passionate professionals, contribute to the company's mission to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future, and enjoy a dynamic and inclusive work environment.


If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to join our team at Barry Callebaut.

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