DESCRIPTION

From the DFS corporate office in Hong Kong, represent the Singapore-based Supply Chain Systems team and in certain cases, directly lead projects and initiatives which enable DFS supply chain business strategy.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage projects to deliver new or enhanced functions to the supply chain application landscape that are aligned with DFS business strategy and objectives
• Seek to identify new processes and procedures to better exploit the technology portfolio to deliver enhanced value to DFS
• Undertake business analysis to understand new business requirements and develop ideas to enhance existing systems to meet those requirements
• Regularly review existing product performance with DFS business stakeholders as well as within Global Technology to ensure technology products meet expectations in terms of quality, availability and functionality
• Collaborate with business colleagues to develop and implement processes to improve governance of supply chain related data throughout the product portfolio
• Enforce strong governance processes to manage enhancement demand, ensuring that DFS technology resources are deployed to deliver the best value to DFS
• Manage, develop and motivate a small team of business analysts

 ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

• Full-lifecycle project delivery experience within some or all of the following functions:
• Merchandise Planning & Allocation (Retail Planning)
• Product Information Management (PIM) / Master Data Management (MDM)
• ERP (SAP)
• Digital / eCommerce systems (for supply chain or related areas)
• Warehouse management systems
• Retail supply chain industry experience is essential (Global retailer, retail consulting, CPG, or FMCG experience preferred)
• Minimum 8 years of experience in managing and deploying technology solutions
• At least 5 years people management experience
• Degree in engineering, computer science or IT-focused business degree is preferred

 JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

As a senior management role in the technology organization, with the potential for advancement, management competencies are essential, with the following being particularly important:

• Communication (Listening, written, verbal, visual)

Fundamentally, the role is about people - understanding views and being understood – being able to communicate effectively across all mediums and all levels is essential

• Critical Thinking

This competency is all about planning, organization, decision making, initiative and judgement. These attributes are central to successfully manage daily activities.

• Emotional Intelligence

The role requires an individual who can lead, collaborate and influence with sensitivity, objectivity and humor in a constantly changing environment

• Diversity Awareness

DFS is a global organization with a diverse workforce and partner network. Understanding diversity in the workplace is essential to managing successfully at DFS.

Interested candidates, please apply via www.dfsgroup.com or click Apply Now. Candidates not notified within one month should consider their application unsuccessful. Personal data collected is solely for recruitment related purpose and will be treated in strict confidence. Unsuccessful applications will be destroyed within 6 months from the date of application. Applicants have the right to request access to and/or correction of your personal data. Request should be made to our Human Resources Department in writing.