Head of Programs and Transformation (Mat Cover)

Dyson Farming is a family-owned business, with a vision to benefit future generations through a commitment to commercially viable and environmentally sustainable food production at scale. We strive to be industry leaders in efficient, carbon-neutral, high-technology agriculture, employing highly skilled, pioneering people and supported by research and development in an ever-closer partnership with our sister company, Dyson. We see the future of agriculture as an exciting opportunity to improve the nations food security, health, and economic growth.

This is a 12 month maternity cover role and will require regular travel between our Lincolnshire site and Malmesbury, Wiltshire.

Requirements

• Define and Deliver Digital Transformation Roadmap
• Develop and execute the digital transformation strategy in alignment with organisational goals & in line with the scope and requirements as defined by the Digital Transformation Policy as signed off by the board.
• Lead and manage multiple digital projects and programmes from conception to completion.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for digital innovation and improvement.
• Oversee the implementation of new digital tools, platforms, and technologies.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, BU owners, and key stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for transformation initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with data security and privacy regulations.
• Key leader of the R&D governance project workstream to ensure more discipline in design and creative process.
• Build strong relationships with Weybourne and ensure regular communication and updates on projects.
• Develop cadence and approach for formalised touchpoints between DFL and key stakeholders.
• Provide regular reporting on progress to stakeholders and the Exec team (at least once a month as a minimum).
• Define relationships/purpose/agenda and outputs for each stakeholder group to ensure effective and efficient delivery of key projects and deliverables.
• Business Unit Budget owner for areas of responsibility - Monitor project progress, budget, and timelines, ensuring successful delivery within scope.
• Development of business cases, considering opportunities, potential risks, identifying processes and resources required.
• People development - Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to project teams.
• Be key point of contact for any external consultants used, to manage and structure consultant workloads and ensuring quality of deliverables.

Person Specification
Essential

• Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in digital transformation, programme management, and leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of digital technologies, including cloud computing, data analytics, AI, and automation.
• Experience with change management and organizational development.

Desirable but not essential

• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).
• Experience in Agile methodologies and frameworks.
• Previous experience in a similar industry or sector.
• Background in data science or data engineering.

Other Skills

• Excellent project management skills with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think strategically and drive results.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in program management and transformation.
• Demonstrate a flexible approach to work.
• Excellent organisation and planning effectively showing good use of delegation where required.
• Making sound and good decisions, understanding the right level of risk and influencing others.
• Motivate and inspire, embrace change and support others with their development.
• Ensures team cohesion, idea sharing and goes out of their way to support others within the business to get the job done.
• Identifies and leads on implementing solutions both within their own role and across DFL.
• Be an enthusiastic change agent who contributes and embraces change.

Benefits

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Life assurance.
• Pension scheme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies.
• Charitable Giving via payroll (Give as You Earn).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free annual flu jab.
• Free eye test.
• Employee Assistant Programme.
• Access to product discounts.
• Organised social events.
• Free parking.

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