Warehousing LogOps IT Lead

Mondelēz International•East Hanover, NJ

23d

About The Position

The Warehousing IT Lead is a critical leadership position within the Mondelez Digital Services (MDS) North America LogOps team. This role centers on spearheading the digital transformation of warehousing solutions, particularly driving the migration from SAP WM/SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) to SAP S/4HANA. The successful candidate will leverage a deep understanding of logistics processes and advanced technology solutions to optimize operational efficiency, streamline digital integration, and lead complex, technology-driven programs across the U.S. warehousing landscape. As the LogOps Warehousing IT Lead, you will take a strategic leadership role, focusing on warehouse management and logistics digital solution initiatives. The role demands exceptional leadership in driving digital transformation efforts, specifically the transition from SAP WM/EWM to SAP S/4HANA. You will provide visionary leadership in steering multiple projects and fostering collaboration across internal and external stakeholders, ensuring the successful delivery of MDS projects that align with the overarching business strategy.

Requirements

Leadership in Digital Transformation: Proven ability to lead large-scale digital transformation initiatives, particularly within logistics and warehouse management, while driving organizational change and fostering a culture of innovation.
Strategic Vision: Experience developing and executing strategic initiatives that align technology solutions with broader organizational goals, enhancing operational efficiency and future-readiness.
Advanced Program Management Expertise: Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple large-scale logistics IT programs, ensuring timely delivery, budget compliance, and high-quality outcomes.
SAP Expertise: Deep functional knowledge of SAP EWM with a strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA, applying this expertise to enhance warehousing and transportation solutions.
Stakeholder Engagement: Exceptional ability to manage and influence senior stakeholders, both internal and external, ensuring alignment of business and technology objectives.
Vendor Management Skills: Experience in technology vendor selection, contract negotiations, and performance management, ensuring successful partnerships and project delivery.
Minimum of 10-12 years of leadership experience in logistics IT program management with a focus on warehousing solutions and digital transformation.
Proven ability to manage large-scale, complex digital projects simultaneously, demonstrating strategic vision and operational excellence.

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred, with additional certifications in Project Management and SAP EWM as strong advantages.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic planning and execution of digital warehousing and logistics initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals for operational excellence and innovation.
Oversee the end-to-end management of large-scale technology projects, including SAP WM/EWM to S/4HANA migration, delivering measurable results in terms of efficiency, integration, and automation.
Serve as a digital transformation champion, guiding teams through the adoption of new technologies, fostering a culture of innovation, and driving continuous improvement in warehousing operations.
Exhibit exceptional leadership skills, managing and motivating cross-functional project teams, solution providers, and external vendors, while ensuring alignment with broader business and technology strategies.
Collaborate with senior leadership across global and regional teams in manufacturing, transportation, and supply chain functions to ensure cohesive digital integration and alignment with cross-functional business needs.
Develop and manage strategic partnerships with technology providers and business partners, leading contract negotiations, ensuring strong vendor relationships, and maximizing technology ROI.
Champion strategic KPI improvements, utilizing data-driven insights to identify areas for operational improvement, transparency, and automation, particularly within warehousing and transportation.
Advocate for compliance and governance in logistics solution integration, ensuring adherence to internal and external standards, regulations, and policies.