ImerysIM

Junior IT OT Applications Project Manager

Imerys S.A. is a leading French multinational specializing in the production and processing of industrial minerals.

Imerys

Employee count: 1001-5000

Italy only

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.6 billion in revenue and 12,400 employees in 40 countries in 2024. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

The Position

Junior IT OT Applications Project Manager

Job Summary

Job Purpose

Imerys is a world leader in creating specialty solutions that improve everyday life through minerals. Our success is built on our people, and creating an environment where our 17,500 employees around the globe can thrive.

We passionately believe that our teams are at their best when they have the opportunity to learn, collaborate and find new ways to solve our customers’ challenges, no matter what part of the business they are in.

Digitalization of the factory is a challenge for all organizations. Connecting the shop floor must be a global project if aiming at becoming a smart factory.

Breaking the cultural boundaries between Information technologies (IT) and Operation technologies (OT) enables Imerys to build its own path towards Manufacturing applications solution deployment.

The IT/OT team implements and enforces standards and policies as defined by the Group. The IT/OT team designs, deploys and supports regional and Business areas specific solutions and applications.

This position is part of IT/OT Manufacturing Application Delivery team

The IT/OT Project Manager is responsible for the delivery of manufacturing application projects, the definition of the solution scope and the selection of partners/solutions able to assist the group in its implementation of manufacturing solutions as defined by the group strategy.

Part of a team of project managers, this position will have a specific focus on delivery solutions related to manufacturing applications and implementation of those solutions to the business..

Responsibilities

Interface between IT and the Operations

  • Develop a deep knowledge of the BA(s)/Functions(s) business and build positive relationships with a specific focus on plant operations

  • Educate operational partners about IT processes, roles, and capabilities.

  • Establish communication processes and channels across business functions.

Business Partner

  • Partner with business leadership to plan new joint initiatives aligned with corporate strategy, evaluate proposals, and determine how they fit into business capability roadmaps and priorities.

  • Develop project portfolio based on dispatching system application roadmap..

  • Advocate for awareness and focus on business partner strategic plans.

Solution Provider

  • Focus on business value rather than solutions to develop ideas, including digital awareness, risk assessments, business continuity, and business capability requirements.

  • Be proactive as IT OT Application owner of the group dispatching solution and follow-up maintenance, evolution, life cycle and participate in continuous improvement of the solution.

  • Be creative and innovative with regards to your knowledge and awareness of industry trends and digital advances as they relate to new opportunities and business needs.

Project Manager

  • Roll out Imerys industry dispatching solution on our sites following our BCM (Business Capability Model)

  • Select the solutions that will be included in the Imerys catalog of applications

  • Ensure compliance with IT security rules and digital Platform

  • Roll out projects designed by the IT/OT Group Application Manager and approved by ARC (Architecture Council)

  • Escalate in case of conflicts regarding several activities inside his projects

  • Take responsibility for support level 2 and 3 management before the solution moves to support and the IT/OT application team

  • Create Exploitation manual documentation for Industrial applications portfolio in order to hand over to the IT/OT application team

  • Provide training on the group dispatching solution during and after the project, especially in case of version evolution.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Automation, Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering

  • 5 years of professional hands-on experience with application management and industrial digital platforms.

  • Extensive experience implementing, migrating, managing, operating systems/applications and local industrial interfaces.

  • Strong knowledge about automation solutions, IIOT, industrial communication protocols

  • Strong business knowledge in an Industrial environment.

  • Have a good knowledge and understanding of application architecture.

  • Fluent or native English speaker.

Desirable

  • Experience of working within a culturally diverse global company

  • Experience in multidisciplinary team management

  • Conversant in French or another European language would be advantageous

Position Type

Full time

and

Permanent

Only technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox:

recruiting.support@ imerys.com

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED.

To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered.

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.

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About Imerys

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Imerys S.A. is a French multinational company that specializes in the production and processing of industrial minerals. Founded in 1880, the company's headquarters is located in Paris, Ile-de-France. Imerys operates globally, serving diverse sectors and industries including construction, automotive, and food. Imerys is recognized as the world's leading supplier of specialty minerals for industry, organized into three main activities: Performance Minerals, Solutions for Refractories, and Solutions for Specialty Products. The company emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and meeting customer needs with high value-added solutions.

With over 13,700 employees of more than 97 various nationalities, Imerys is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The company’s operations are supported by a broad range of research and development initiatives to enhance the performance of its products. In recent years, Imerys has adopted ambitious sustainability goals, aiming to minimize its environmental footprint while maximizing its contributions to customers and society. The company has embraced technologies to advance its sustainability efforts, aligning its business strategy with the global transition towards greener practices.

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