Head of Digital Product Line Management – P&C, Finance, Deco

Hempel

  • Kongens Lyngby, Hovedstaden Lyngby, Midtjylland
  • Permanent
  • Fuldtid
  • 1 måned siden
Join us to drive Hempel's digital transformation creating a tech-savvy and innovative culture that not only supports our business growth but also adds substantial value at every step of the journey.As the Head of Digital Product Line Management, you will play a crucial role in leading Hempel's digital transformation efforts in relation to our business support functions as well as our commercial Decorative segment. Working closely and collaboratively with cross-functional product teams and hybrid teams that combine digital and business expertise, you will drive the development and implementation of agile digital strategies to meet our business goals.A key focus of this role will be value creation, by spearheading the strategic digital transformation of our Decorative business line, supporting and enabling future growth potential. Alongside of that, there will also be maintenance and harmonization of existing product landscape across the shared service functions.As such you will be exposed to a variety of projects of strategic significance as well as building scalable, operational workstreams where tech choices align with standards and support agile methodologies from ideation to grave.Main responsibilities you can look forward to:
  • Establish technical product teams which own and deliver applications and services to the business lines in scope from ideation to grave
  • Develop and maintain the digitalization roadmap in close collaboration with the Finance, P&C and Decorative management team, Enterprise Architecture and strategy offices
  • Team management of a diverse team, lead project proposals and oversee agile product plans, team collaboration, and cross-department projects, prioritizing value-driven outcomes.
  • Strategic decision making by identifying new product opportunities and make build-or-buy choices aligned with value creation goals. Tackle tech issues with an agile approach and support team growth, fostering adaptability and value optimization.
  • Drive projects using agile methodologies, ensuring iterative development and timely delivery while improving value.
Your success will depend on your ability to ensure successful project delivery with a focus on well-executed digital solutions, value realization and iterative improvement. Further to that, also your ability to build strong partnerships with the management levels across the business lines for value-driven collaboration and maintaining stable IT solutions.In addition, you probably
  • Have exceptional communication skills, capable of explaining complex digital concepts in terms of their value to non-tech leaders, and translating business needs to the digital team.
  • Are able to collaborate effectively with teams in multiple locations and time zones.
  • Naturally build relationships with executives, business leaders, and stakeholders to showcase the value of digital initiatives.
  • Communicate project plans, updates, and outcomes clearly within the team and across departments.
We imagine the ideal profile to have Degree in Business/IT or related field of study, along with 15+ years experience managing IT utilizing technical expertise and agile principles. Equally relevant is the demonstrated ability to connect tech solutions with business needs and value generation from an industrial manufacturing business.Do you want to join our phenomenal team? Let’s talk!In Hempel we offer a variety of global career possibilities and many cross functional and cross-cultural working relationships. We strive to build the right conditions for personal and professional development.To apply for this position, please submit your application letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system by clicking the link ‘Apply‘.More About HempelAt Hempel, we are working together to shape a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions. We believe this is only possible with dedicated employees with diverse perspectives and backgrounds.Hempel is committed to creating an inclusive work environment and culture that embraces the diversity of our employees and the customers we serve, providing equal opportunity for all.Application due 2024-04-01Seniority Level DirectorJob Functions Information TechnologyIndustryChemicalsAcross the globe, Hempel’s coatings solutions protect surfaces, structures and equipment. They extend asset lifetimes, reduce maintenance costs and make homes and workplaces safer and more colourful. Hempel was founded in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1915 by J.C. Hempel, and is solely owned by the Hempel Foundation, which not only ensures a solid economic base for the company, but is dedicated to making a difference in the world by empowering children to learn, supporting coatings science and sustaining biodiversity. ​

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