Data CoE Lead

Trivium Packaging is a global sustainability leader in metal packaging with more than 60 locations worldwide, nearly 8,000 employees, and an annual revenue of approximately €3.0 billion. Trivium serves a diverse range of customers in a variety of end markets such as food, seafood, pet food, nutrition, beauty and personal care, household care, and premium beverages.

Trivium wants to shape the industry and has embarked on an ambitious transformation journey. In the near term, focus is on building & upskilling the team, deciding where to play & how to win, and increasing financial performance by executing the Trivium Business System (commercial, operational, and supply chain excellence). Sustainability is embedded in our materials and in our actions. Trivium has ambitious sustainability targets and focuses exclusively on products that are infinitely recyclable. Our company sustainability journey has been awarded with a Platinum medal by EcoVadis, the world’s leading rating agent who allocated this award only to the top 1% of the >75000 companies reviewed. Sustainability is embedded in each and every function at Trivium, it‘s in our DNA. The global head office is at Amsterdam Airport; however, many people work in virtual teams from different countries. Our culture is results-driven, entrepreneurial, informal, and highly multicultural. Our people have a high degree of responsibility. 

Role Description

Trivium Packaging is driving a large-scale business transformation across her core functions. These transformation programs require strong support from IT to implement new and improved data-driven decision-making, gain better insights in performance, standardize- and simplify processes and supporting systems, and automate & digitalize processes. 
In this context, the Data CoE Lead plays a vital role in driving innovation, efficiency, and competitiveness within the organization by managing data in Trivium. The responsibilities center around organizing, leading and managing the Data Center of Excellence (CoE). The Data CoE is responsible to make data accessible and available for all stakeholders at the right quality. This includes integration, reporting, analytical and data science/ A.I.. 
In addition, the Data CoE Lead will be driving standardization in managing and utilizing data, setting up the relevant data governance and ensuring that the company significantly grows, across all the BU’s and Functions, in the maturity levels of producing and utilizing data.  
An early journey related to innovations around Machine learning & Artificial Intelligence use cases will also be pursued, as part of our ambitions to embrace the latest developments, in line with our business objectives.
This role plays a crucial part in the transformation journey of Trivium, driving improved business processes and operational efficiency. 
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape and execute the company's broader digital strategy, thus contributing to Trivium long-term success. 
If you are a visionary data leader with the potential to drive digital transformation and contribute to a global can manufacturing company's success, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

•    Data Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive Data strategy aligned with the organization's objectives. Identify opportunities across various business functions, and contribute to their transformation agenda’s.
•    Team Leadership: Lead a team of (Offshore) data specialists and drive a culture of data excellence, innovation and collaboration. Attract, retain and develop talent and provide guidance, mentorship, and support to team members. 
•    Data Governance: Oversee data governance, Master data management, data security/privacy and data quality across the organization and support the team in establishment and enforcement of policies, standards and best practices. 
•    Data Analytics & Insights: Stimulate business analysts to use data in their daily work, supporting (through the CoE team) in identifying opportunities and providing tools, trainings & capabilities.
•    Data Architecture: Work with the architects to deliver a scalable, global data architecture that meets current and future business needs.
•    Project Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of automation projects. Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
•    Vendor Management: Manage relationships with automation technology vendors and service providers. Participate in contract negotiations and monitor service-level agreements.
•    Change Management: Drive change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of solutions across the organization. 
•    Metrics and Reporting: Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of solutions and initiatives. Conduct cost-benefit analyses to determine the return on investment (ROI) of projects. Monitor and track cost savings and efficiency gains. Provide regular reports and updates to senior leadership.
•    Collaboration: Foster collaboration with cross-functional teams, IT departments, and business stakeholders to align automation efforts with business objectives.

What We Offer

•    Start-up mentality with over 100 years of experience.
•    A company where sustainability matters.
•    Global working environment.
•    Lean team with knowledgeable and supportive colleagues.
•    Room to be creative, try new things, and push the envelope.
•    Winning mentality
 

Education & Training:
•    Graduate degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, MBA, PhD etc)

Experience: 
•    > 5 yrs. experience leading a data department
•    Proven capability to work independently and manage multiple, competing demands
•    Strong relationship building with all primary and secondary stakeholders
•    Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills 
•    Strong English verbal and written presentation skills 

BRINGING YOUR TRUE SELF TO WORK

To reach our goals, we know we need colleagues at all levels who are truly diverse in every way. That’s why we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. Our customers come from a wide range of backgrounds, and so do our people and It’s business critical for us to ensure all our people have what they need to perform at their best and can be their true selves at work. #LI-Esw, #LI-Hybrid

• Successful application

  We will carefully review your application against the requirements of the position. If we have any questions, we will be in touch

• Interviews

  Your first interview will be with Talent Acquisition, our Recruitment team. During this first interview, we will want to discuss your background and experience relative to the job which you applied for. We are also happy to tell you more about our company.

• Next Interviews

  If you are selected for a next round interview, you will meet with the hiring manager and members of the team. The exact amount of interviews and who you’ll meet with varies by role, location and hiring manager. We always aim to be respectful of your valuable time.

• Welcome to the team

  If we are both keen to move forward, you’re hired From the moment you sign your contract, you will be part of our team. Your onboarding journey will ensure you get all the information you need to be successful in your role at Trivium Packaging.