Global Functional Junior DT Lead – R&D

• Support execution of the R&D Data-Driven Strategy by translating strategic priorities into actionable project plans, delivery roadmaps and implementation activities
• Coordinate delivery of digital and data capabilities enabling R&D transformation
• Coordinate delivery activities across R&D business teams, Data & Analytics, Product Teams, Integration, Security, Architecture and external delivery partners
• Track milestones, dependencies, risks and issues, and provide visibility to senior DT leadership
• Support the end-to-end lifecycle of digital products from business-needs clarification and pilot activities through deployment, adoption and transition to support organizations
• Contribute to continuous improvement and lifecycle management of existing capabilities
• Support portfolio governance, budget tracking, vendor coordination and project reporting
• Provide visibility on progress, risks, dependencies and value realization with support from DT Portfolio Management
• Partner with R&D process owners, functional experts and users to understand business needs, gather requirements and support adoption
• Contribute to change management and communication activities
• Contribute to technology evaluations and solution discussions with Solution Architecture, Security, Data & Analytics and Petcare Technology teams
• Ensure delivery aligns with standards, roadmaps and governance
• Stay informed on emerging digital, data and AI capabilities relevant to R&D
• Support test-and-learn activities and innovation pilots
• Coordinate across People, Process, Technology and Data and establish collaborative ways of working

Requirements

• Master, MBA (functional experience preferred)
• Strong Digital Technology background
• Thought leadership and relationship building / management with internal stakeholders and external partners/agencies and proven influencing skills
• Experience working in an international, multicultural & “team of team” environment
• Well-organized with excellent written, verbal, and visual presentation skills
• Proactive, driven, problem solver and positive demeanor
• Ability to perform well in a highly dynamic, rapidly changing environment
• Experience in delivering Digital projects
• Digital Technology experience (platforms, products, architecture, integration, data & analytics)
• Knowledge of various Digital product lifecycle (pilot/mvp, develop, deploy, support)
• Basic Functional knowledge in R&D, with internal MARS and external perspectives
• Knowledge of Design Thinking, User Centricity, Agile & Scrum and Waterfall methodologies

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing the end-to-end lifecycle of digital products, including project planning, delivery, and adoption, while effectively coordinating across diverse teams and stakeholders. Proficient in digital technology, data analytics, and agile methodologies to drive R&D transformation and innovation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Digital Technology Experience
• Project Management
• Agile & Scrum Methodologies
• Stakeholder Relationship Management
• R&D Process Knowledge

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Digital Project Delivery
• Data & Analytics
• Integration Architecture
• Product Lifecycle Management
• Change Management
• Technology Evaluation
• Risk Management
• Budget Tracking
• Vendor Coordination
• Continuous Improvement

Soft Skills

• Thought Leadership
• Relationship Building
• Problem Solving
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Proactive Attitude

Certifications & Qualifications

• Master's Degree
• MBA

Industry Keywords

• R&D Transformation
• Digital Capabilities
• User Centricity
• Design Thinking
• Multicultural Team Environment