PLM Implementation Leader (all gender) Infor Optiva

Purpose of the position

This is a pivotal role where you will lead the end-to-end implementation and ongoing management of Intersnack’s Infor PLM Optiva system. You will be the bridge between business needs and system capabilities, ensuring seamless integration across R&D, Quality, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing.

If you have a passion for process optimization, digital transformation, and cross-functional collaboration, this is your chance to shape how PLM supports innovation and efficiency at Intersnack!

Responsibilities

• PLM Implementation & Integration
• Lead the business side of the PLM (product lifecycle management) system implementation, ensuring alignment with critical business needs.
• Act as the PLM (product lifecycle management) process owner, shaping processes, roles, and system design to fit Intersnack’s business model.
• Collaborate with IT, R&D, Quality, Procurement, and Operations to integrate PLM with ERP, Regulatory, and Supply Chain systems.
• Partner with Infor’s development team to tailor the system to Intersnack’s requirements.
• Develop an agile training and change management plan to ensure user adoption.

• Process Optimization & Governance
• Define and maintain product data structures, formulation management, and version control.
• Ensure full PLM system integration from product ideation to end.
• Drive data integrity, security, and compliance within the system.

• Collaboration & Innovation
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to improve new product development cycles.
  • Support regulatory and quality teams in managing specifications, labelling, and compliance documentation.
  • Analyse PLM (product lifecycle management) data to provide insights for reducing ingredient and formulation complexity.
  • Keep up with industry trends to enhance PLM capabilities and business growth.

Scope of Authorisation

The holders of this position will define, apply and continuously improve the realization approach in line with the overall guidelines and in agreement with the business and technical experts – fulfilling the overall target.

Experience 

• 5-10 years of experience in PLM system implementation and management.
• Deep understanding of Infor PLM Optiva or similar PLM systems. 

Skills 

• Strong expertise in product development, formulations and compliance regulations in the food industry. 
• Proven leadership skills in managing projects and cross-functional teams. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving
  abilities. 
• Experience with ERP-PLM integration (Infor M3, SAP, Oracle). 
• Knowledge of food safety regulations (EU, GFSI, FDA, etc.). 
• Familiarity with data governance and digital transformation. 
• Background in an international FMCG environment. 

Willing to travel – expected level of travel of this position is approx. 50% / week.

Working with us

Intersnack has become one of Europe’s leading savoury snacks producers by ‘creating happy snacking moments’ in people’s lives. Being privately owned, we operate with a long-term view and commit ourselves to a more sustainable world. Successful and sustainably growing, our turnover in 2023 was almost €4,3bn. We are now present in more than 30 countries across Europe and beyond. We have 13 regional Management Units, 45 production sites and a total workforce of approximately 15,000 people. Our brand portfolio includes strong brands such as funny-frisch, Chio, POM-BÄR, McCoy's, MAARUD, Estrella, Vico, ültje and Kelly's.

What we will offer

An enjoyable, broad and fulfilling role with one of Europe’s biggest savory snacks producers. The chance to grow in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, as well recognized to your individuality, welcoming your views, and celebrating your growth. Naturally we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, but also the opportunity to stand out for your professionalism and performance, moving forward in a challenging environment that supports each individual team member to achieve their very best. And a place to securely develop your career as part of a business that cares about the wellbeing of all its people and understands that work-life balance is fundamental to success. At Intersnack, we value and cherish diversity for the power and potential it creates. We have extraordinary team spirit, empower our people to take ownership for what they do and challenge each other to improve. Because we know that, to become a big player, you need to master being a team player first.

Our values and behaviors are important to how we work, and they define our culture, they are:

Thinking responsibly

Acting entrepreneurially

Growing together

Please upload your application documents in English only!

The holder of the position could work from any location of Intersnack within Europe.

PLEASE NOTE: for non-EU applicants, a valid work and residence permit is a prerequisite for this post.