Treehouse Foods

IT Manager, R&D Business Technology

USA-IL Oak Brook · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$101k-$151kDetected 9 days ago

Product ManagementStakeholder ManagementSAPProcess ImprovementResearchCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an IT Manager, R&D Business Technology to join our Information Technology team based out of our corporate office in Oak Brook, IL.
You'll add value to this role by performing various functions including, but not limited to:
Leverage deep expertise in SAP PLM, PPM, Product Specifications, Recipe Management, and related R&D processes to maximize the value of technology investments supporting innovation and commercialization.

Responsibilities

Own the operational stability, performance, support, and continuous improvement of the R&D technology platform landscape, serving as the primary escalation point for business-critical issues.
Translate business objectives into technology strategies, roadmaps, and delivery plans that drive product development efficiency, collaboration, data integrity, and business outcomes.
Ensure technology investments deliver measurable business value through process improvement, operational efficiency, enhanced data governance, and improved speed-to-market.
Manage key suppliers, vendors, and stakeholder relationships, ensuring effective delivery, support, and continuous improvement of technology solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional business and IT teams to establish scalable, sustainable processes and technology capabilities that support future growth and innovation.
An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of professionals.
Take advantage of opportunities to build on our team-oriented culture, such as joining one of our Employee Resource Groups.

Requirements

You'll fit right in if you have:

Nice to have

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related discipline is required.
5-7+ years of experience supporting enterprise Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Product Portfolio Management (PPM), or R&D technology platforms.
Deep expertise with SAP PLM/PPM, Product Specifications, Recipe Management, and related SAP capabilities, with broader SAP experience in MM, PP, and QM preferred.
Proven experience leading cross-functional business process improvement and technology transformation initiatives, including evaluating, implementing, and supporting PLM platforms and related digital solutions.
Experience with workflow platforms, low-code application development, automation technologies, and emerging digital capabilities is preferred.
Product-oriented mindset with strong systems thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills, and a focus on delivering measurable business value.
Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for simplification, operational excellence, and leveraging emerging technologies to solve business challenges.
Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field

Skills

Define and execute the technology roadmap supporting product innovation, portfolio management, and commercialization across TreeHouse Foods.

Compensation

The anticipated compensation for this position ranges from $100,800 - 151,200 USD annually.
This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period - you're eligible from your first day!
401(k) program with 5% employer match and 100% vesting as soon as you enroll.
Comprehensive paid time off opportunities, including immediate access to four weeks of vacation, five sick days, parental leave and 11 company holidays (including two floating holidays).
Access to our wellness and employee assistance programs.
For certain roles, the successful candidate may be eligible for annual discretionary merit compensation award, bonus and equity pay.
We embrace change, prioritize continuous learning, and foster collaboration, transparency, and healthy debate.

Company info

TreeHouse Foods is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of over 20 production facilities and several corporate offices across the United States and Canada.
At TreeHouse Foods, our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products and revolves around our people.
We are investing in talent and creating a performance-based culture where employees can do their best work and develop their careers, directly impacting our mission to make high quality, affordable food for our customers, communities, and families.
We hope you will consider joining the team and being part of our future.
We are a diverse team driven by integrity, accountability, and a commitment to exceptional results.
Together, we set each other up for success to achieve enterprise-wide goals.
Named one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine, we are proud to live by a strong set of values and strive to "Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time." Guided by our values- Own It, Commit to Excellence, Be Agile, Speak Up, and Better Together.
What You Gain:
Leaders who are invested in supporting your accelerated career growth, plus paid training, tuition reimbursement and a robust educational platform - DevelopU - with more than 10,000 free courses to support you along the way.
An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of professionals. Take advantage of opportunities to build on our team-oriented culture, such as joining one of our Employee Resource Groups.

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