DGM, Strategy & Governance

Role mission

As a Deputy General Manager in Strategy & Governance, you will play a pivotal role in driving the strategic direction and operational efficiency of the technology landscape. You will be responsible for overseeing the implementation, maintenance, optimization, and innovation of our systems, ensuring they align with our business objectives and deliver exceptional value to our employees worldwide.

We focus on:

• Providing authoritative guidance in the resolution of complex problems or issues related to critical activities for the organization: Strategic Initiatives, Programs & Projects, Operational Excellence
• Communicate the various strategies employed to deliver on our ambition for the Employee Experience & HR Digital capability.
• Develop & enforce processes and standards, educating IT & Domain stakeholders with artifacts.
• Building Trust between stakeholders by defining Strategic & Operational value & performance targets, their measurement and communication
• Governing development and implementation of measuring, reporting, and supporting ongoing decision-making services with KPIs, metrics and SLAs.

Join us on this exciting journey as we transform the HR & Employee experience at Schneider Electric!

Main responsibilities

• Decision Making service:

o Preparation and support for activities intended to set strategic direction such as Leadership Workshops, Stakeholder Engagement Workshops, QBRs, and Vendor discussions.

o Provide oversight for developing and implementing measuring, reporting, and ongoing decision-making services for KPIs, SLAs for Programs, Initiatives, Operations, and Vendors.

• Facilitation: Managing regular executive meetings including, but not limited to, structuring of agendas, providing in-depth analysis to inform strategic conversations and track follow-through to increase accountability.
• Reporting: Ownership and oversight of strategic initiatives, including gathering, analysing, and consolidating data to produce comprehensive and insightful reports.
• Project Management:Coordinate and execute ad hoc or special projects as needed, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic objectives. Develop project plans, allocate resources, and monitor progress to achieve successful outcomes.
• Communication: Develop and maintain a detailed communication and socialization plan.Use effective communication channels to share key developments and initiatives within the organization.
• Stakeholder Management:Manage stakeholder relationships, resolving conflicts and aligning differing opinions.
• Technology Strategy: Conduct regular technology assessments and identify opportunities for innovation.

Qualifications - External

Skills and experience

• Bachelor’s degree computer science/information technology or related field.
• MBA from a reputed institute
• 6+ years of experience with 2+ years in IT leadership positions of expanding responsibility
• Excellent PowerPoint &effective presentation skills.
• Excellent project management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform critical analysis of large complex program/projects and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to effectively interview and interact with project executive sponsors, project team and external consultants.
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills

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