Global IT Manager Integrations

Campari Group today is a major player in the global branded spirits industry, with a portfolio of over 50 premium and super premium brands, marketed and distributed in over 190 markets around the world, with leading positions in Europe and the Americas.

Headquartered in Milan, Italy, Campari Group owns 22 plants worldwide and has its own distribution network in 22 countries, and employs approximately 4,000 people.

Shares of the parent company Davide Campari - Milano N.V. are listed on the Italian Stock Exchange since 2001. Campari Group is today the sixth-largest player worldwide in the premium spirits industry.

Company: DCM – Campari Group 

Job Title: Global IT Project Manager – Business Integrations  

Job Location: Milan  

Reports to:  Global IT Director Portfolio, Transformation Programs & Integrations 

Organizational Layer: Global 

General Description of the Role 

The "Global IT Project Manager - Business Integrations“ is responsible for providing strategic technology support and guidance to the Global M&A team also facilitating pre-deal IT Due Diligence for Mergers & Acquisitions.  

S/he has a crucial role in managing M&A Integration & Market Expansion Initiatives from IT perspective in collaboration and Global Business Integration functions. 

The "Global IT Project Manager - Business Integrations“ will act as: 

• Project Manager for Business Integration Projects (M&A Integration & Market Expansion Initiatives) 

• liaison between M&A Team and IT Department ensuring technology requirements/ risks/ opportunities are identified, assessed and addressed during IT Due Diligence phase 

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong Technical & Business acumen, capable of driving technology initiatives to support Global M&A Function achieving Market expansion objectives. 

As IT Project Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring that Integration Projects are executed on time and in budget contributing to the Organization's growth and long-term success. 

The role is a key component of the Campari Group OneIT Organization, cooperating with Global & Regional IT teams.  

S/he will interact with several Stakeholders from all Company Functions both at Global & Regional/ Local level.  

Strong leadership capabilities mixed with team work and commitment to achieve defined objectives represent key success factors. 

Mission/Objectives  

• Collaborate with Global and Regional IT & with Global and Regional Business to drive seamless post-deal Integrations and Market Expansion Projects (for the assigned Project)  

• Identify & analyze IT requirements/ needs for Integrations and Market Expansion Projects  

• Lead IT solutions implementation as PM ensuring the Project will be within approved “Scope, Time & Budget”  

Key Responsibilities and Activities 

• Conduct IT Due Diligence for potential M&A initiatives, identifying key technology risks & opportunities 

• Develop and execute IT project plans, including resource allocation, timelines, and budgets 

• Develop and maintain metrics to track and report the effectiveness of the Project   

• For the IT Vendors involved in the Integration Project: manage the vendor relationships in collaboration with other IT involved teams, ensuring timely delivery of services and products in compliance with contractual obligations. Support in the definition/ review of Statement of Work (produced by Vendor). 

• Facilitate change management, training, and knowledge transfer to relevant stakeholders, empowering them to effectively leverage IT solutions in their daily work 

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost savings through the integration of IT systems and technologies 

• Participate in relevant industry events and professional development opportunities to maintain expertise in legal and M&A technology best practices 

• Communicate effectively with key stakeholders, including senior management, to provide updates on technology initiatives and IT due diligence findings and integration projects 

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the organization's  M&A technology landscape 

• Suggest the development and maintenance of IT-related policies, procedures, and documentation 

• Continuously evaluate and improve IT processes and systems to maximize integrations’ efficiency and effectiveness, ensuring the integrations follow standardized and repeatable approach (IT Integration Playbook) 

Key Relationships 

Internal Relationships: 

• Global M&A team and Global Business Integration functions: collaborate with the two functions delivering seamless business partnership 

• Global IT (Functional IT Teams, Technology Platforms Teams, Technology & Security Team, Global Service Delivery Team): understand requirements and constraints coming from Business Functions or other IT teams, align on activities with the different impacted teams, collaborate with other Business Partners to manage esacalations & requests during Project execution phases & address risks and issues 

• Regional and Local IT Teams: ensure engagement and alignment  

• Project Teams: Collaborate with all Project team members ensuring IT expertise and guidance. 

External Relationships: 

• IT Vendors and Service Providers: manage relationships with external IT Vendors and Service Providers ensuring timely delivery of Projects Roadmap and dependencies in compliance with contractual obligations 

Experience & Education 

Experience: 

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in IT, with a focus in M&A and IT Integration 

• Experience in conducting IT Due Diligence for M&A transactions, including the identification and assessment of technology risks and opportunities 

• Experience in managing SAP implementation as PM (preferably related to M&A and Integrations) 

• Experience in managing S4 on Public Cloud Project implementation is a plus 

• Experience CPG Industry Knowledge is highly desirable 

• International experience: experience working in an International or Multicultural environment is a plus 

Education: 

• A bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is required 

• A master's degree in a relevant field or an MBA would be an advantage 

• Relevant professional certifications, such as PMP, ITIL, or CISA, are highly desirable 

Required Skills & Traits  

• IT Project Management skills (Timeline/ Budget/ Resource Allocation) on complex IT Projects  

• Strong knowledge of PM Standards and Methodologies  

• Proven proficiency in Project Management Software and Office suite (e.g., Excel & PowerPoint)  

• Strong knowledge of Financial/ Budget Management   

• Knowledge of IT Procurement and Vendor Management Processes  

• Knowledge of Supply Chain and Finance Processes (preferred within CPG industry)  

• Leadership skills, ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders 

• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills 

• Analytical and problem-solving skills  

• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously  

• Strong organizational and time management skills 

• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as in a team environment 

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment 

Additional Requirements 

• Availability to travel up to 25% of time 

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

At Campari Group we believe in building more value together, thus we see diversity in all forms as a source of enrichment. Our employment policies and practices ensure that we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment without regard to any individual’s race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or characteristics or expression, political affiliation or activity, age, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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