Global Finance Transformation Program Lead

Role Overview

• Program Leadership and Delivery Oversight
• Business Manager of chosen 3rd party blueprinting & implementation partners with direct management delivery against the agreed upon state of work
• Own the end-to-end program management and execution of the global finance I&H transformation initiative, ensuring timely delivery across multiple, complex workstreams including process, systems, data, and organizational change.
• Drive alignment and seamless coordination among Mars Global Services Finance (MGSF), MVH North America, Operating Units, MVHE Operating Units, and third-party implementation partners.
• Co-develop with external partners and accountable for maintaining robust governance structures, delivery frameworks, and risk management processes to ensure program milestones, dependencies, and quality standards are met.
• Continuously monitor program progress and performance, proactively identifying and resolving issues to maintain momentum and delivery excellence.
• Provide strategic guidance and influence to NA and Europe transformation team & leads, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes accountability and shared ownership of outcomes.
• Act as the primary interface between transformation teams and executive leadership, ensuring transparent communication, governance discipline, and informed decision-making.
• Prepare and present comprehensive Steering Committee updates, executive dashboards, and performance reports that clearly articulate program status, risks, and benefits realization.
• Oversee program financials, including budget management, cost control, and tracking of benefit realization metrics to ensure fiscal responsibility and value delivery.
• Champion the consistent application of PMO standards, tools, and best practices across all program workstreams to drive operational rigor.
• Build and nurture strong, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across finance, operations, IT, and commercial functions to secure alignment and support.
• Serve as the central coordination hub between internal teams and external partners and consultants, ensuring contractual commitments and quality expectations are met.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and proactive issue resolution to mitigate risks and remove barriers to program success.
• Collaborate closely change and communication resources (Internal and External) to support the development and execution of change management and communication strategies that drive adoption and readiness.
• Co-create effective tools such as communication plans, readiness assessment, and risk mitigation actions
• Ensure business units and stakeholders are prepared for key program milestones, through effective communication and engagement.
• Promote operational stability post-implementation by overseeing knowledge transfer, handover processes, and ongoing support mechanisms.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related discipline (or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities); MBA preferred.
• Recognized project or program management certification (PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, Agile).
• 10+ years of experience in finance transformation, program management, or large-scale ERP/GBS implementation in a multinational organization.
• Strong understanding of finance processes (Record-to-Report, Procure-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, FP&A) and global operating models.
• Proven experience coordinating with GBS, consultants, and technology implementation partners (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday).
• Background in animal health, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or manufacturing industries preferred.

Tech Stack

• ERP
• Oracle
• PMP

Benefits

• Competitive salary with paid time off & holidays so you can spend time with the people you love.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your loved ones.
• Fertility and family-building assistance.
• Paid Parental leave.
• Practice Paid Basic Life Insurance.
• Practice Paid Short
• and Long-Term Disability.
• Automatic enrollment 401(k) Savings Plan after 60 days of employment with generous company match.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Legal Plan.
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account.
• Mental health support and resources.
• Paid Volunteering.
• Optimum Wellness Plans® for up to three pets.
• Continuing Education allowance & MED hours for eligible positions.
• Student Debt Relief (for full-time DVMs).
• A Variety of discounts including Mars, PetSmart, Royal Canin, fitness, cellular and so much more.