Ascot, England, United Kingdom
Digital Technologies leader with a 20+ year track record of employing data, technology, people, and strategic change to tackle complex business issues. Develops and executes fit-for-purpose strategies that transform strategic visions into actionable results. Demonstrates robust relationship-building skills, managing high-level stakeholders across diverse functions, regions, and cultures. Shows dedication to talent and team development, along with the adoption of modern work practices. Drives digital transformation initiatives, utilising technology to enhance business processes and guides teams toward operational excellence and sustained growth. Commits to continuous learning, embracing personal growth and new challenges.
Accountable for the Enterprise Architecture workstream for the Mars–Kellanova integration, shaping the target-state architecture, guiding no‑regret integration decisions, and ensuring alignment between business strategy, digital platforms, and delivery execution. Institutionalise robust Enterprise Architecture practices to optimise platform utilisation and strengthen strategic and investment decision‑making. Oversee the Snacking Digital Mergers & Acquisitions strategy, ensuring newly acquired businesses can rapidly leverage Mars’ digital and data‑driven capabilities to unlock value and accelerate performance. Harness the power of automation, integration, cloud, and security to streamline and automate business processes at scale.
Led the Digital Solutions Office encompassing Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Data & Analytics and Cyber Security. Oversaw Mergers & Acquisitions technology strategy, ensuring seamless integration and alignment with Mars Wrigley's long-term vision.
Managed global digital technologies for the Mars-KIND partnership, aligning IT strategy with business growth objectives. Led digital transformation efforts, building capabilities for increased speed and agility.
Provided Digital Marketing and eCommerce capabilities and delivered a portfolio of projects through the management of agencies and software development teams. Implemented a comprehensive company-wide innovation framework that encompassed specialized training programs.
Managed a team of project managers, operational analysts, compliance experts, and vendors to support the UK/Ireland business across all functions.
Delivered operational and project support to the European Finance Shared Service Centre, then transitioned the centre to an outsourced model.
IT Service Management for Billing, Customer Service and Retail
Placements across Project Management, Product Development and Competitor Intelligence