Associate Manager, IT – Release Management

Job title:

Associate Manager, IT – Release Management

Company

Kraft Heinz

Job description

Job DescriptionThe Associate Manager Release Management will be a key component of the IT ERP Capabilities Team. The role will implement and report against KHC Release Management principles.Primary ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain release management standards and documentation.Ensure adherence to Kraft Heinz global IT standards and procedures while employing continuous improvement of Release Management processes, tools and repositoriesManage SAP outages with cross functional global teams and provide appropriate communication including associated impactsCoordinate cutover through SAP landscape (F/D-
Prod)Facilitate Hypercare for major releases, implementations, and other projectsLeads monthly releases including coordination with Change Management and Test HubPerform routine transport management activities including guidance and approvalsContribute to development of annual and forward planning release calendars including publication and communication of changesParticipate in CAB, GCC, etc. to provide input and guidance as pertains to Release Management, including presentations as applicable.Maintain relationships and orchestrate work between different teams at different locations during cutover and project release activities.Provide release reporting metrics and follow-up of over-due / abandoned items.Maintain release repositories including associated documentation (timelines, build metrics, testing, status reporting, etc.)Additional contributions, with possibilities to lead, include:Present release status at weekly Leadership meetingsIdentifying and reporting upon release risks/issues identified from Release perspectiveIdentify and define release scope with IT leads and Project ManagersCommunicate all key project plans, commitments, and changes including requirements, QA plans, schedule, and scope changesReport upon and conduct Release Readiness reviews, Milestone Reviews, and Business Go/No-Go reviewsDefine, coordinate and facilitate Technical Go-live activities per plans and checklistsAppetite for Success:Project & Process ManagementVendor Relationship ManagementInfluencing and NegotiatingActing as an OwnerProblem solving and Critical thinkingThrive in a results-driven environmentEffective communication and troubleshooting skills, relationship building skills, and work effectively in a team environment with both local and remote teamsAdvanced interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and able to multitask effectivelyQualificationsTeam Leadership and management of cross functional teamsExperiences working in multinational companies operating in the consumer goods environmentProven track record of successful assignments and positive resultsSupport through different time zones with geographically dispersed teams and clientsExperience with testing methodology, subject areas and activities, including test planning, preparation, execution and reportingStrong leadership capabilities and excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skillsExperience in handling and leading escalations and managing resolution of critical issuesExperience in coordination with PMO and aligning on methodology and processExperience in HP Quality Center is highly preferredSAP S4 and Legacy application knowledge a plus.Location(s) Toronto – Queen’s Quay – HeadquartersKraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact for assistance.

Expected salary

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 04:28:35 GMT

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