Job Title: Divisional Process Partner EMEALocation Type: Hybrid (3/2 office/home)Website: https://www.wmfts.com/en/Group: https://www.spiraxgroup.com/Watson‑Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is part of Spirax Group, a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi‑national industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies.When you join us, you will be integrated into a cooperative and encouraging team, participate in challenging yet critical work, and experience ongoing growth opportunities to help you achieve your full potential. Visit our website to learn more.Job SummaryThe Divisional Process Partner (DPP) is the senior division‑facing process leader responsible for representing Sales Division needs within the global process blueprint. The GDPP ensures the division’s strategic requirements are reflected in the global roadmap, supports global standard adoption, and sponsors divisional change, capability and value realisation.Scope of ResponsibilityPrimary advocate for the Sales Division within global process governance.Ensures alignment between Divisional strategy and global process priorities.Supports adoption, capability, and performance improvement within the Division.Coordinates divisional readiness for process releases, data changes, and process updates.Key ResponsibilitiesDivisional Process Strategy & PrioritisationTranslate divisional commercial strategy into prioritised process requirements.Build value cases for divisional requests; partner with GPL to shape the global roadmap.Represent the Division in global councils and design authority meetings.Global–Local Alignment & AdvocacyAdvocate divisional needs while upholding global standards.Negotiate controlled exceptions based on evidence and value.Ensure divisional initiatives are process‑aligned and scalable.Co‑own divisional KPI commitments related to process improvements.Drive quarterly performance reviews; identify root causes and actions.Ensure benefits from process enhancements are realised and reported.Adoption, Capability & ChangeSponsor divisional adoption; ensure leadership engagement.Support communication, enablement, and capability uplift for behaviours.Validate divisional training needs and feedback to central Training teams.Stakeholder LeadershipInfluence regional leaders and Sales Directors to align on global process standards.Coordinate with GPOs, GPL, Sales Ops, and IT to resolve issues.Represent divisional insights and user pain‑points in global discussions.Success MeasuresDivisional process adoption and capability improvements.Demonstrated value realisation through process improvements.Reduction in divisional exceptions and improved global alignment.Effective leadership sponsorship and communication impacts.Skills/ExperienceProven experience in Sales Leadership, Sales Operations, or Process Excellence rolesExperience leading cross‑functional change initiatives within complex organisationsStrong understanding of business processes and process improvement methodologiesDemonstrated experience leading or owning business process improvement projectsExperience implementing continuous improvement initiatives, ideally within global business processesPractical experience using Six Sigma or similar methodologies to evaluate and improve process effectivenessKnowledge of data governance and data quality managementExperience building strong cross‑functional relationships across a businessExperience working with major ERP or business systems (e.g., Microsoft CE, Finance & Operations) is advantageousExperience developing or delivering training content is desirableProject management experience, particularly in cross‑functional teams, is desirableUnderstanding of internal controls and risk management in relation to business process design is beneficialSix Sigma qualification (or working towards) is desirableStrategic thinker with strong business acumenSelf‑driven with a proactive approach to identifying and implementing best practiceAt Watson‑Marlow, we believe in taking care of our colleagues. We offer a generous benefits package, including:Flexible working arrangementsAdditional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion PlanEveryone is Included at Spirax GroupWe are passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential. For us, that means supportive teams and strong relationships where everyone’s contribution is valued - across social and cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, genders, gender identities, abilities, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, and everything else that makes us human and unique.We want everyone to be able to make their difference here, so we will always consider requests for flexible working.We know that everyone needs some extra help from time to time too, so we have introduced a range of additional benefits through our Group Inclusion Commitments. These includeGender‑neutral parental leave15 days of extra paid caregiver leavePaid time off and support for anyone experiencing pregnancy loss or domestic abuseMenopause‑friendly workplace principles and moreLearn more at spiraxgroup.com/inclusion.We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to apply using this scheme, please select this option in our application form.We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know.Company OverviewAt Watson‑Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, we are driven by innovation and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is empowered to make a difference. As a world leader in manufacturing peristaltic pumps and associated fluid path technologies for the life sciences and process industries, we offer a wide range of products, including tubing, specialised filling systems and products for single‑use applications.Our shared Purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world. Our technologies play an essential role in critical industrial processes and industrial equipment across industries as diverse as Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Power Generation, Semiconductors and Healthcare. With customers in 116 countries, we provide the solutions that sit behind the production of many items used in daily life, from baked beans to mobile phones!Our inclusive culture and Values, unites us, guides our decisions and inspires us everywhere that we operate. We support our colleagues to make their difference for each other as well as customers, communities, suppliers, our planet and shareholders by creating a truly equitable working environment where everyone feels included.
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