Global OT Stream Lead

Location: Caronno Pertusella

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As the Global OT Stream Lead, you will play a critical role in driving the strategy, implementation, and maintenance of OT systems across the organization. You will ensure alignment with global business objectives, supports digital transformation initiatives, and maintains secure, reliable, and efficient OT environments. You will liaise with Operations, EHS, Quality, IM&S, Man Ex & IT to align programs and projects for improving technical know how and knowledge in Givaudan.

By leading a global team of Regional OT Managers and supporting local OT Champions, you will foster collaboration, standardization, and innovation across all operational  this role you will report directly to the Head of CoE.Multiple location:
Caronno Pertusella (Italy), Vernier (Switzerland), Avignon (France), Makó (Hungary), Ashford (UK), Naarden (Netherlands)
Your main responsibilities will be:

People management

Lead and mentor a global team of Regional OT Managers, providing guidance, support, and opportunities for professional growth, while empowering them to enable local OT Champions to drive site-specific initiatives aligned with global standards

Foster a collaborative environment that bridges the gap between IT and OT teams at the global, regional, and site levels

Conduct regular performance reviews, set clear objectives, and implement training programs to enhance team competencies.

Function management

Develop and implement a global OT strategy (standardization, security and skills & knowledge) that aligns with organizational goals and ensures the scalability and sustainability of OT systems

Oversee the management of OT infrastructure, systems, and applications, including SCADA, PLCs, DCS, UNS, MES, and other industrial automation technologies

Co-own IT/OT initiatives by standardizing software (architecture, deployment, training, compliance, lifecycle management), enabling cybersecurity by design, and supporting key program adoption (UNS, MES, IT/OT)
Develop OT Vision and convert it into programs/projects to achieve company goals

Establish and enforce global OT standards, policies, and best practices across all regions and sites

Ensure compliance with regulatory, cybersecurity, and operational safety requirements for standardized OT systems

Collaborate with engineering, and operations teams to align OT initiatives with enterprise-wide goals

Drive innovation by evaluating emerging technologies and incorporating them into the global OT roadmap

Ensure transfer of best practices from local organization and embed them into standards

Provide support to project teams at each phase of projects involving process engineering, whether in the context of a site upgrade or new factory, i.e. during design, trial, commissioning and start up phases

Ability to create and maintain a network of experts within Givaudan Responsible for content development for training and startup of new equipment where applicable

Your professional profile includes:

Bachelor's degree / MSc in Computer Science, Automation, or a related field

Fluent in English Minimum of 10+ years of experience in Operational Technology, Industrial Automation, or related fields such as Manufacturing, Energy, Utilities, or Process Industries Proven track record of leading and managing geographically dispersed teams, including Regional OT Managers and other senior-level technical professionals

Experience working in a multinational organization with cross-cultural and cross-functional teams

In-depth knowledge of OT systems, including SCADA, MES, PLCs, DCS, HMI, and related industrial automation technologies.

Strong understanding of IT/OT convergence and associated challenges, such as network integration and data sharing.

Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and standards applicable to OT environments (e.g., IEC 62443, NIST).

Experience with cloud computing, IoT, and Industry 4.0 technologies.

Proficiency in project management methodologies

Our benefits:

Attractive package with benefits

Excellent opportunities for progressive learning and developmentA creative team environment that will inspire you Other local benefits based on where you are based

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