Job Description:

Join one of the largest global Digital Transformation programs as an Integration Deployment Lead at Mars!

Do you excel at leading teams to deliver cutting-edge integration solutions? Mars is seeking a talented and experienced EOS Integration Deployment Lead for Europe to be a key player in our major business transformation initiative. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our digital ecosystem, starting with our European operations. If you are ready to lead with innovation and make a significant impact on a global scale, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of vendor resources in building and deploying new, state-of-the-art integrations for our S/4HANA-based ecosystem.
• Oversee the regional integration program deployment, including resource planning, milestone management, budget control and risk mitigation.
• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure high standards of delivery performance and code quality.
• Drive the direction for building and deploying the program across various markets, with an initial focus on our Royal Canin Europe deployments.
• Act as the voice of the team in technical workshops and engage with key stakeholders, from analysts to directors, to ensure alignment and success.
• Champion the integration platform's capabilities, share success stories, and build strong partnerships across the business.

Essential Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Considerable direct experience in building, deploying, and delivering integration solutions (APIs, events, EDI) in a complex, fast-paced, multinational environment.
• Proven experience leading and managing third-party or outsourced partners, with a team of up to 20 external resources.
• Expertise in integration technologies (e.g., SAP BTP Integration Suite, Azure Integration Services, Solace, Mulesoft, IBM IIB).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with leveraging AI technologies within the software delivery lifecycle is a plus.

Why Mars?

At Mars, you'll be part of a purpose-driven company that is making a difference for people and the planet. This role places you at the heart of one of our most critical digital transformation programs, offering the chance to work with the latest technologies like S/4HANA, event-based architecture, and AI. We are building a deployment center of excellence, and you will be instrumental in its success. You will have the autonomy to shape strategy and the support of a global team, all while working with iconic brands.