Job Description
Edenred, together with Reward Gateway, are a global market leader in benefits and employee engagement. We help our clients and their leaders to transform employee experience that will attract, engage and retain top talent through employee benefits, strategic reward and recognition, well-being, and much more.
With our shared missions of ‘Making the World a Better Place to Work' and ‘Enriching Connections, For Good’, you’ll be contributing to improving employee engagement and building better, stronger and more resilient organisations to improve people’s daily lives. Our shared mission guides our every action and charts a sustainable path to a better future.
Your role in our Mission
The Director of Strategic Enablement will create the frameworks around how companywide initiatives and metrics are managed. They will drive organizational alignment and effectiveness by working with functional leaders and teams on managing them. This role will also support our executive team in managing critical initiatives. They will lead a small team to support these endeavors.
With our shared missions of ‘Making the World a Better Place to Work' and ‘Enriching Connections, For Good’, you’ll be contributing to improving employee engagement and building better, stronger and more resilient organisations to improve people’s daily lives. Our shared mission guides our every action and charts a sustainable path to a better future.
Your role in our Mission
The Director of Strategic Enablement will create the frameworks around how companywide initiatives and metrics are managed. They will drive organizational alignment and effectiveness by working with functional leaders and teams on managing them. This role will also support our executive team in managing critical initiatives. They will lead a small team to support these endeavors.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the companywide initiatives portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and resource optimization.
- Create and manage the companywide metrics portfolio
- Partner with the executive team to manage, document, and organize essential workstreams, actions, and follow-up items.
- Partner with Technology to enhance data enablement, including data lake initiatives, for improved data access and utilization.
- Work with functional leaders to drive effectiveness of their initiatives and performance through metrics visibility.
Skills
- Drive companywide strategic planning and management efforts.
- Strong Initiative: Proactive approach to identifying and solving complex challenges across multiple teams and departments.
- Cross-Functional and Companywide Thinking: Ability to think beyond departmental boundaries, aligning team goals with broader business objectives.
- Project Management Expertise: Deep understanding of project management principles and experience leading projects to successful completion.
- Executive-Level Communication: Skilled in presenting ideas and information clearly and professionally to senior executives and stakeholders.
- Data Infrastructure: Basic understanding of data infrastructure and reporting best practices preferred.
- Asynchronous Work: Strategic thoughts on blending asynchronous and synchronous work preferred.
Skills
Experience
- Prior experience working in a PMO structure, with familiarity in supporting project portfolios; 5+ years experience in project/program management.
- Some experience with creating and managing reports.
- 5+ years of experience in roles with team leadership responsibilities.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with executives and senior leaders, supporting strategic planning and project execution.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
- Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with an office position that involves standing, sitting, reaching, manual dexterity to operate office machines, stooping, bending to handle files and supplies, and mobility to complete errands or deliveries
- May work at computer monitors for prolonged periods with danger of eye strain and muscle pain
The Interview Process
- Telephone interview with a member of the Talent Acquisition team.
- 1st stage face to face interview with SVP of Operations
- Final stage interview with our SVP of Operations, Managing Director and HRBP
Be comfortable. Be you.
We want all of our employees to feel comfortable bringing their passion, creativity, and individuality to work. We value all cultures, backgrounds and experiences, as we truly believe that diversity drives innovation. Express yourself, join our community and help us Make the World a Better Place to Work.
