Director of Governance, Risk & Compliance

What You’ll Do: Drive Internal Control ExcellencePartner with the CFO and Leadership teams to identify and prioritize local business risks Oversee the design, documentation, and communication of local procedures, ensuring clarity and accessibility Promote harmonization and best practices in risk mitigation across the organization Deliver training and guidance to management on GRC processes, tools, and methodologies Contribute to the development and sharing of GRC best practices within the broader organization Enable Governance & Policy ImplementationSupport the rollout and adoption of corporate policies and procedures across functions Partner on key transformation initiatives, including integration and change management efforts Facilitate policy implementation activities, including control ownership, training, and tool support Lead the execution of annual process assessments, ensuring clear documentation of findings and actions Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to strengthen governance and control effectiveness Conduct quality assurance reviews of internal control implementation Lead Segregation of Duties (SoD) analysis, driving appropriate remediation actions Support Internal Audit ProcessesPartner with functional leadership to prepare for audits, clarifying expectations and responsibilities Facilitate effective collaboration between local teams and auditors during planning and fieldwork Escalate key findings and support resolution design, in coordination with the Corporate GRC function and subject matter experts Strengthen Risk Mitigation & RemediationPartner with management to design robust, sustainable remediation plans aligned with business priorities Provide constructive challenges and independent validation of mitigation actions Monitor progress through regular follow-ups and quality assurance reviews Monitor, Report & AdviseSupport leadership in maintaining clear visibility on risk mitigation and control implementation status Ensure consistent reporting of progress and risks across functions Provide updates to the CFO and Corporate GRC on audits, risks, and remediation efforts Contribute to executive-level reporting, including updates to senior leadership and governance bodies Enhance Crisis ReadinessSupport the design and implementation of crisis management readiness at the local level Partner with key stakeholders to assess preparedness and strengthen response capabilities

Qualifications: What You’ll BringBachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field Minimum of 10 years of governance, risk, compliance and leadership experience, preferably within the food, consumer goods, or manufacturing industries Professional certifications desirable Strong experience in Governance, Risk & Compliance, Internal Audit, or Internal Controls Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, actionable guidance Experience in change management, transformation programs, or process improvement is a plus Solid understanding of risk management frameworks and control environments Ability to influence and engage stakeholders across different functions and levels Strong analytical thinking with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset High level of integrity, independence, and sound judgment