Digital Transformation Director - Operations

ph3Who we are: /h3 pIRCA Group, an Advent portfolio company, was founded in Italy in 1919, and it is a leading international B2B provider of high-quality semi-finished ingredients such as chocolate, decorations, creams, inclusions, nuts and pistachios, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, and other essential solutions for industrial clients or other independent artisanal producers. /p pWith more than 2.400 employees, 19 production facilities worldwide, and €1.4 billion in revenues, IRCA Group has a solid track record of growth and international expansion. /p h3What do we offer: /h3 ul liA dynamic, international, and inclusive environment with exposure to global projects and stakeholders /li liThe opportunity to shape and lead the digital transformation agenda of a fast-growing international organization /li liHigh visibility with executive leadership and the ability to influence strategic business decisions /li liProfessional development and international career opportunities /li liThe chance to drive innovation through emerging technologies, advanced analytics, AI, automation, and digital solutions /li /ul pWe are seeking an experienced bDigital Transformation Director /b to define and drive IRCA's bend-to-end Digital Transformation Strategy /b across the business. /p pThe successful candidate will lead the identification, prioritization, and implementation of bhigh-impact digital initiatives /b that enhance bcustomer experience /b, improve boperational performance /b, strengthen bdata-driven decision-making /b, optimize business processes, and support bsustainable growth /b. /p pWorking closely with business and functional leaders, this role will act as a bridge between bstrategy, technology, data, and people /b, accelerating the organization's bdigital maturity journey /b. /p pThe Digital Transformation Director will serve as a key bchange leader /b, ensuring that digital capabilities are successfully embedded into daily operations while delivering bmeasurable business value /b across bManufacturing, Supply Chain, Commercial, Finance, Procurement, and Corporate Functions /b. /p pThe position is preferably based in bItaly, at IRCA Group's Headquarters /b, with regular interaction and collaboration across the Group's international operations. /p h3Digital Strategy Transformation Roadmap for E2E Supply Chain: /h3 ul liDefine and maintain the Group's E2E supply Chain digital transformation strategy aligned with business objectives and growth ambitions /li liDevelop and manage a multi-year digital roadmap, ensuring clear prioritization of initiatives and investments /li liIdentify opportunities to leverage digital technologies to improve efficiency, scalability, customer experience, and business performance /li liEstablish governance, standards, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms for digital transformation programs /li /ul h3Manufacturing Supply Chain Digitization: /h3 ul liDrive the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies across manufacturing facilities /li liPartner with Operations and Supply Chain teams to improve visibility, productivity, quality, and service through digital solutions /li liSupport the deployment and optimization of MES, automation, predictive maintenance, digital performance management, and smart factory initiatives /li liLead initiatives that improve planning, inventory management, traceability, and supply chain resilience /li /ul h3Data Analytics Excellence: /h3 ul liPromote a data-driven culture across the organization /li liDevelop business intelligence capabilities and performance dashboards that support decision-making at all levels /li liImprove data quality, governance, and accessibility across critical business processes /li liIdentify and implement advanced analytics opportunities to improve forecasting, operational performance, and business outcomes /li /ul h3Artificial Intelligence Emerging Technologies: /h3 ul liDevelop and execute the company's AI adoption strategy /li liIdentify practical use cases for AI, machine learning, automation, and generative AI across business functions /li liEvaluate emerging technologies and assess their potential business impact /li liCollaborate with internal and external partners to pilot, scale, and govern innovative solutions /li /ul h3Change Management Capability Building: /h3 ul liLead organizational change required to successfully adopt digital solutions /li liFoster a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous improvement /li liDevelop digital capabilities through training, coaching, and awareness programs /li liBuild engagement among business leaders and functional teams to accelerate adoption and value realization /li /ul h3Program Leadership Delivery: /h3 ul liManage a portfolio of strategic transformation projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and against business objectives /li liEstablish project governance frameworks and monitor benefits realization /li liPartner with IT to ensure alignment between technology capabilities and business priorities /li liAct as executive sponsor for key digital initiatives and transformation programs /li /ul h3Cross-Functional Collaboration: /h3 ul liCollaborate closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Commercial, Finance, Procurement, HR, Quality, Engineering, and IT teams /li liBuild strong relationships with our CIO organization /li liSupport MA integration activities by ensuring alignment of systems, processes, and digital capabilities /li /ul h3Education: /h3 ul liBachelor's or Master's Degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or a related field /li liAdditional certifications in Digital Transformation, Data Analytics, Project Management, AI, or Change Management are desirable /li /ul h3Experience: /h3 ul liMinimum 5 years of professional experience within manufacturing, operations, consulting, digital transformation, or technology roles /li liDemonstrated success in delivering measurable business value through technology and process transformation /li /ul h3Professional Skills: /h3 ul liDigital Transformation Strategy /li liIndustry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing /li liBusiness Process Optimization /li liArtificial Intelligence and Automation /li liData Analytics /li liProject and Portfolio Management /li liChange Management /li liBusiness Case Development /li liStakeholder Management /li liFinancial and Operational Performance Improvement /li /ul h3Digital Skills: /h3 ul liStrong understanding AI solutions, cloud technologies , automation platforms, and advanced analytics tools /li liStrong understanding of ERP platforms (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle or similar) /li liExperience with MES, APS, Supply Chain Planning, Business Intelligence, and Data Platforms /li liStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities /li /ul h3Language Skills: /h3 ul liEnglish proficiency is mandatory /li liAdditional languages are considered a plus /li /ul h3Softs Skills: /h3 ul liStrategic and innovative mindset /li liExcellent communication and influencing skills /li liAbility to lead cross-functional and multicultural teams /li liHigh level of curiosity, resilience, and adaptability /li liResults-oriented with a strong focus on value creation and execution /li /ul h3Other Requirements: /h3 ul liAvailability to travel internationally up to approximately 25% of the time /li /ul h3Contract /h3 pCCNL Alimentare Industria /p h3Level /h3 pImpiegatizio alto livello /p h3Meal vouchers /h3 p€8 for each day spent in the office /p h3Remuneration /h3 pstarting from RAL 60.000 € / 70.000 € /p pEligibility for variable bonus /p pIRCA fosters a dynamic environment, valuing different perspectives and international experiences, offering a stimulating context. We promote professional growth and career opportunities locally and internationally. With locations worldwide, we offer the chance to work on international projects, collaborate across cultures, and gain a global perspective. If you are looking for stimulating challenges and the chance to contribute your ideas for process improvement in an ever-growing company, IRCA is the right place. /p pWe welcome applications from candidates of all genders, backgrounds, identities, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, parental responsibilities, age, religion, or belief. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that our hiring process complies with the highest standards of non-discrimination and inclusivity. IRCA Group is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone can be their authentic selves, reach their full potential, and feel a true sense of belonging. Join us in creating a workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone can thrive. /p pIl presente annuncio è rivolto ai candidati appartenenti a qualsiasi orientamento o espressione di genere, nel rispetto dei principi di diversità e inclusione e di non discriminazione ai sensi del D.lgs. 198/2006. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr