Global IT Governance, Compliance & Integration Program manager

Description

The company is combining two global organizations into one operating model, and this role leads the IT governance, compliance and integration programs that make that possible.

The role is the executive lead for governance, risk, compliance, audit readiness and enterprise-wide transformation across the company's global technology landscape, covering ERP, security, compliance and enterprise applications.

You will work with Executive Leadership, Corporate Functions, Internal Audit, Finance, Legal, Cyber Security, Compliance and Business Leadership to build one governance framework that meets both US and EU regulatory requirements while supporting growth and operational excellence.

The company describes itself as a food industry solutions provider focused on sustainable, end-to-end customer solutions. The team sits in Corporate IT, Portfolio and Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic technology and governance programs that bring two global organizations together into a single operating model.
• Build and run enterprise integration roadmaps covering governance, controls, compliance, risk, identity management, security, ERP and shared services.
• Line up business goals, technology strategy and regulatory requirements across several regions.
• Drive large global transformation work involving Finance, HR, Operations, Legal, Compliance, Internal Audit and IT.
• Make sure target operating models, governance structures and integration milestones are delivered.
• Build trusted relationships with C-level executives, Board members, business leaders and corporate functions.
• Chair Executive Steering Committees, Governance Councils, Risk Committees and Integration Leadership Forums.
• Advise senior leaders on strategic risk, compliance impact, integration choices and transformation priorities.
• Present program status, key decisions, emerging risks and mitigation plans to executive audiences.
• Turn complex regulatory, technology and operational topics into short, business-focused recommendations.
• Design and roll out enterprise governance frameworks for a global, integrated organization.
• Set up risk management, escalation, reporting and remediation processes across all major transformation programs.
• Lead SOX, ITGC, ICFR, ISO27001, NIS2, cybersecurity governance and audit readiness work.
• Keep the company compliant with both US regulatory requirements and European regulatory standards.
• Coordinate global audit programs and remediation with Internal Audit, External Audit, Compliance and Business Leadership.
• Build executive risk reporting and governance dashboards that support decisions.
• Lead controls harmonization across the enterprise after the merger.
• Standardize IT controls, security controls, segregation of duties, access governance and compliance frameworks.
• Make sure controls align with SOX, ISO27001, COBIT, NIST, GDPR and other relevant frameworks.
• Oversee remediation of audit findings and continuous improvement work.
• Work with Finance and Internal Audit to keep a strong control environment that meets public company requirements.
• Lead large, cross-functional and geographically spread teams through influence and collaboration.
• Align stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Security, Compliance, Internal Audit, Legal, Operations and Technology.
• Build a culture of accountability, risk awareness, transparency and continuous improvement.
• Drive adoption of governance and compliance standards across regions and business units.
• Support change management linked to integration and transformation initiatives.

Requirements

• Have 5+ years leading large-scale global transformation, governance, risk or compliance programs.
• Have a proven record supporting mergers, acquisitions, post-merger integrations or enterprise operating model changes.
• Have deep knowledge of GRC, internal controls, SOX, ITGC, ICFR and audit management.
• Understand US and European regulatory environments and compliance frameworks well.
• Have worked directly with executive teams, Boards, Audit Committees and regulators.
• Have set up governance models and risk frameworks in complex multinational organizations.
• Knowledge of ISO27001, NIST, COBIT, GDPR, NIS2, enterprise risk management and cybersecurity governance is a plus.
• Can influence senior stakeholders without formal authority.
• Have strong executive communication, facilitation and stakeholder management skills.
• Have worked in highly matrixed, international environments.
• Travel is needed on an as-needed basis, estimated at 5-10% of your time.

Conditions

Full-time employment.

Corporate IT, Portfolio and Project Management department.

Hybrid work model.

Travel on an as-needed basis, estimated at 5-10% of your time.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified people to apply.

Application-review tools that use AI support recruiters, but people make all hiring decisions.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional and personal development.
• Work in an inclusive, international team where collaboration and innovation matter.