IT Business Partner Supply Chain & Manufacturing (f_w_d) - Central & Northern Europe (92285) chez Barilla Group

At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we’ve blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.

Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world’s top food company by reputation. With 22 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.

Our success story is written by a passionate team of almost 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.

Are you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey?

We are looking for an IT Business Partner Supply Chain & Manufacturing for our region Central & Northern Europe. 

The role will report to the IT Associate Director C&NE and could be based in Stockholm or Celle. 

Key Accountabilities:

• IT Systems Management: Guarantee a smooth running of the IT systems of the entire Plant Organization, supporting Maintenance, Purchasing, Warehousing and HR departments.
• Process Optimization: Drive continous improvement of internal processes by collaborating closely with operational teams & Global IT. Proactively propose initiatives, evaluate user requests and integrate them into strategic IT planning and governance frameworks. 
• Application Management: Under guidance of Regional IT Director, oversee the development, functionality, maintenance and service level of applications software both specific to region C&NE and Core ERP. Plan and coordinate resources to ensure software production meets budget, quality standards and service expectations.
• Business Partnership: Work closely with Regional Business Partners to build strong relationships and understand user needs, identify system improvements or capacity enhancements, and contribute to achieving operational efficiency and effectiveness in alignment with Group IT policies.
• Digitalization: Promote a data driven culture within the Plant by ensuring that data are used and consolidated into powerful tools that will enable the Plants to make data-driven decisions. Make sure that teams are equipped with the right analytical skills and tools to promote continuous improvement and operations efficiency.
• Technical Support Management: Ensure timely technical assistance through local / global providers in defining scope and SLA’s to provide support and maintenance activities of systems introduced in line with Group IT guidelines.

Your Profile:

• University degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in IT or a similar role
• Project Management skills and ability to coordinate cross-functional / international teams
• Strong knowledge of SAP ERP / 4 Hana. Other production environments or applications are a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills as well as decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong can-do attitude, ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of data protection regulations and cybersecurity best practices is a plus.
• Familiarity with IT service management  tools and practices ISMS, ITIL, ISO 27001 is a plus.
• Fluent English skills, good german or swedish skills are a plus

Our Offer:

• You will be given a high level of responsibility.
• To maximize your potential, you will receive along the on-the-job training regular feedback, trainings and mentoring.
• Grow with our learning & development programs, which have been awarded "Gold Excellence" by Brandon Hall Group.
• High flexibility through our hybrid approach with up to 40% Smart Working (Home Office).
• Positive and inclusive culture: experience a workplace where positivity and inclusivity are the core. Our flat hierarchies encourage open communication and mutal respect.
• Bikeleasing

At Barilla, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is valued and embraced. Our employment policies and practices are designed to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, color, citizenship, faith, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or characteristics of expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our commitment to equal employment stems from our unwavering belief that it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a fundamental driver of innovation and business success.