Job Description

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Position Title: MPC Product Owner

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time \xe2\x80\x8b

Position Location: Toronto HQ

Requisition ID: 28011

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Our Global Technology team\xe2\x80\x99s goal is to leverage technology and data to drive profitable growth, focus on enhancing customer experience and to further our purpose of \'Celebrating real connections through delicious, planet-friendly food\'. McCain has embarked on an ambitious digital transformation across our business from Agriculture to Manufacturing and commercial capabilities to enhance our Customer obsession. As part of this transformation, we are making significant investments into our digital platforms, technology transformations and in building a data driven culture. We are building digital products for our customers, suppliers/growers, and McCain team members to enable digital processes and data-driven automation. Through our investments, we will transform McCain into a company that empowers our teams with easy-to-use systems which will help them collaborate better, be productive and make data driven decisions. Will you be part of this exciting journey?

As a Global Product Owner for MPC Solutions, you will be responsible In conjunction with Engineering and process expert to overseeing the development and implementation of Model Predictive Control technologies across our global food processing operations in a consistent approach. This role requires a deep understanding of MPC technology, food processing, and product management. The ideal candidate will guide cross-functional teams, ensure product alignment with business need and value creation, enhance product functionalities, standardize rollout approach and products functionalities between sites/region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Strategy and Vision: In conjunction with Engineering and process expert and Manufacturing SME, define and communicate the product vision and strategy for MPC solutions globally.
• Roadmap Development: In conjunction with Engineering and process expert and Manufacturing SME, develop and maintain a product roadmap, aligning with both short-term and long-term business goals. Prioritize product features and functionalities based on business impact and value.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as the primary liaison between engineering teams, business units, and external stakeholders. Gather and integrate feedback from various stakeholders to continuously refine the product.
• Implementation Oversight: In conjunction with Engineering and process expert and local deployment team, oversee the implementation of MPC solutions across different locations, ensuring consistency and effectiveness. Monitor progress, mitigate risks, and ensure adherence to timelines and budgets.

KEY QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCES:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Advanced degree or MBA preferred.
• Proven experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager, specifically in MPC or related process control technologies.
• Experience in the food processing or related industry.
• Global project or product management experience is highly desirable.
• Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Model Predictive Control technologies and their application in food processing. Relevant certifications in project management, Six Sigma, or specific digital technologies are beneficial.
• Business Acumen: Strong manufacturing understanding
• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
• Strong capability in data analysis and interpretation.
• Proficiency in managing complex, global projects with a diverse team.

The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.

McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

The health and safety of McCain employees and their families has been our number one priority since the start of COVID-19 pandemic. With vaccination restrictions easing across the globe we do not currently require employees to be vaccinated, but we reserve the right to change this mandate in line with health guidance and regulations in each country.

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Job Family: Information Technology
Division: Global Technology
Department: \xe2\x80\x8bDigital Manufacturing \xe2\x80\x8b
Location(s): CA - Canada : Ontario : Toronto || CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Florenceville-Bristol

Company: McCain Foods (Canada)

McCain Foods