Emerging Technology Strategist (R&D)

Job Category:

Global IT

Job Family:

Global Business Systems

Job Description:

The Emerging Tech Strategist is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to optimize the use of technology at Schreiber.  The ideal candidate will have a robust background in implementing complex technical solutions as well as extensive knowledge of business processes. This role will play a pivotal part in aligning our digital strategy with business goals and optimizing business operations through innovative solutions.  The position requires a high level of indirect leadership, as the Emerging Tech Strategist will drive cross-functional collaboration, influence stakeholders, and lead transformative initiatives without direct authority. 

What you'll do

Strategic Planning

• Develop and execute a comprehensive Emerging Tech strategy aligned with the company's business objectives.
• Conduct market analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities in technology.
• Create a long-term roadmap that includes system upgrades, new implementations, and process improvements

Business Process Optimization

• Analyze current business processes to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for automation and improvement.
• Collaborate with business units to re-engineer processes, enhancing efficiency and productivity through digital solutions.
• Develop best practices and standard operation procedures for integration into business operations.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with senior management to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Influence and guide stakeholders across various departments to gain buy-in for initiatives.
• Act as a liaison between technical teams and business units to ensure seamless communication and collaboration

Innovation and Optimization

• Identify and evaluate opportunities to apply technology for innovation and efficiency improvement.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the organization.
• Ensure that implementations enhance efficiency, productivity, and scalability.
• Promote continuous learning and improvement regarding technologies.

Together with the leadership team, ensures compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements. Interprets and communicates customer requirements to plant production and/or support groups. Establishes and Audits PCPs, CCPs and Standard Operating Procedures to define and monitor processes, to ensure customer requirements are met. Reviews incidents during which the procedures are not met, and determines appropriate corrective action for partners failing to follow standard procedures.

What you need to succeed

• Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience leading and implementing complex technical solutions and driving organizational change
• Extensive experience in business process analysis and optimization.
• Proven track record of leading complex technical projects and driving organization change
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate others.
• Deep understanding of AI and machine learning concepts and their applications in business.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (e.g. Waterfall, Agile-SCRUM)
• Strong business acumen and understanding of various business processes

Eligible partners will receive:

• Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits.  When you join our employee-owned company, you'll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one.  In addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount – about 8% of your earnings – toward your retirement every year.  That's a company contribution of around 16% in retirement savings annually.  That's hard to beat!
• Earn bonus pay. You'll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
• Ready to make a move?  Receive a $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for a U.S. Salaried position.   
• Childcare costs. Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare.  Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
• Earn $ for focusing on your health. Depending on your medical plan enrollment, earn $1,200 in your HSA or as a cash payout for prevention activities.  Plus, use your $600 lifestyle spending account for reimbursements related to health, fitness, weight management, mental health and social wellness.
• Pursue development that's relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
• Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits starting day one. This includes an onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
• Experience caring like you've never experienced it before. We have a program that's completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It's called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of examples of partners organizing fundraisers to help out others going through a hard time.

Sound like a company you'd like to be a part of? Click Apply.

Need extra assistance with the application process? Contact recruiting@schreiberfoods.com or call 920-437-7601.

​For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.

Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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