Commercial Deployment Lead

We are looking to recruit for this critical role of GPO Deployment Lead, whose main responsibility will be to lead the deployment of this pilot. Responsible for working with the pilot market and GPO colleagues to deliver the design, development and implementation of all critical workstreams within the pilot; from planning to execution. Key point of contact with external providers on overall project plan / workstream plans ensure internal / external teams working at maximum efficiency & effectiveness. Set performance metrics / standards for delivery, provide regular updates including course correction recommendations where appropriate. Encourage & Lead a team of project managers (direct/indirect reporting line) on the various workstreams to ensure individual initiatives delivered on time & in budget Provide customer first / commercial leadership as project gets underway Work with pilot steering committee to ensure regular drumbeat of performance updates / comms to wider collaborators Key contact from Global Commercial to pilot team members. Will need to work in close collaboration with GPO, technology teams, service delivery and markets across all levels of Diageo, as well as partners and third-party suppliers. Experience on Orchestrating Ground-breaking Projects. Strong Drive and ability to influence. With a strong commercial understanding with a passion for excellent customer outcomes. And a 'one office' approach. Proven program/ project planning and execution skills in handling sophisticated change and transformation programs/projects Proven project and modelling skills, to represent information in forms that improve decision making and communications. Excellent communication, documentation skills as well as negotiation/conflict resolution skills Stakeholder management Self-driven and can empower other towards project goals Proven understanding of CPG industry, Commercial / customer management, Revenue Growth management, Trade Promotions Management and Order to Cash Value Stream desired. Minimum Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) or equivalent in Business Administration, Business Management, Engineering, Human Resources Management, Public Relations & Communications. Minimum 10+ years experience in an interpersonal with a hands-on experience in Commercial / Project & Organisational change/transformation roles, including 4-6 years of experience in people & team management Excellent understanding of Global Change delivery and program lifecycle Experience of using a variety of project and business organisational change methodologies Fluent in MS Office. Understanding of Continuous Improvement techniquesWith over 200 brands sold in more than 180 countries, we're the world's leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 30,000 talented people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands. From iconic names to innovative newcomers - the brands we're building are rooted in culture and local communities. Our ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and most respected consumer products companies in the world.Our founders, such as Arthur Guinness, John Walker, and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry. And through our people, their legacy lives on. Join us, and you'll collaborate with talented people from all corners of the world. Together, you'll innovate and push boundaries, shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future that we can all be proud of.With diversity at our core, we celebrate our people's unique passions, commitments and specialist skills. Because when varied voices, mindsets, and personalities come together, great ideas are born. In our supportive culture, your voice will be heard and you'll be empowered to be you. Just bring your ambition, curiosity and ideas, and we'll celebrate your work and help you reach your fullest potential. DRINKiQ