Job Description
About the position The Manager, Risk & Controls - ERM and Strategic Risk Assessment supports the development of Ahold Delhaize USA Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework and leads risk assessments and control design for large-scale strategic and operational projects. This role also ensures effective process controls and KPI reporting. As part of the second line of defense, Risk & Controls (R&C) function partners with senior leadership to identify, assess, and mitigate key financial, operational, compliance, and strategic risks. Responsibilities β’ Lead risk assessments for major initiatives and transformation programs β’ Design and implement internal controls to address project risks β’ Enhance the ERM assessment approach, incorporating key risk indicators (KRIs) β’ Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align risk and control activities β’ Monitor control effectiveness and recommend improvements β’ Manage relationships with assigned corporate functions to support their ERM and risk management agendas β’ Support line management in facilitating global/regional policy changes into new or existing processes β’ Identify risks, controls, and mitigating actions through workshops and ongoing engagement β’ Monitor, support, and report on the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls β’ Collaborate with Global and EU R&C teams to maintain and optimize the Ahold Delhaize control framework β’ Design and facilitate training sessions and workshops to enhance ERM processes β’ Provide coaching to brand and continental teams during the H1 and H2 ERM profile update and reporting cycles β’ Consolidate brand ERM profiles to develop a comprehensive 'bottom-up' view of company risks β’ Coordinate sessions with ExCo members and senior leaders to capture strategic risk perspectives β’ Assess, propose, and support implementation of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) for relevant risks β’ Lead or support ad-hoc risk assessment and control design efforts for major initiatives β’ Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors in support of audit and assurance activities β’ Perform other duties as needed to support business objectives and uphold company values Requirements β’ Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; Big 4 experience at Manager level or higher is a plus β’ Minimum 6 years of experience in finance, risk management, or internal audit / controls-preferably within an international business environment β’ Proven ability to lead risk assessments and design internal controls for complex, cross-functional projects β’ Strong project management skills; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment β’ Experience developing and delivering training or workshops to diverse stakeholder groups β’ Demonstrated ability to apply risk and control knowledge to large-scale initiatives and evolving business processes β’ Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and high-impact reports and presentations β’ Strong public speaking and facilitation skills β’ Strategic thinker with the ability to translate concepts into actionable plans β’ Builds strong relationships across functions, cultures, and organizational levels β’ Effective leadership and collaboration skills; able to coach, influence, and work within cross-functional teams β’ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to interpret data, identify trends, and propose solutions β’ Familiarity with finance systems and reporting tools is a plus β’ Skilled in planning and facilitating effective meetings and workshops β’ Comfortable coordinating across global, multicultural teams to deliver results β’ Confident in challenging the status quo, incorporating feedback, and driving continuous improvement β’ High integrity and strong alignment with Ahold Delhaize values β’ Strong time management and prioritization skills; works efficiently and independently Nice-to-haves β’ Experience with SAP or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, particularly in finance, controls, or audit modules β’ Proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization tools for risk reporting and dashboard creation β’ Familiarity with GRC platforms (e.g., SAP GRC, Archer, MetricStream) for risk and control documentation and monitoring β’ Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, macros) for risk analysis and control testing β’ Experience using collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and OneNote for cross-functional project coordination β’ Exposure to workflow automation or process mapping tools (e.g., Visio, Signavio, Nintex) is a plus β’ Comfort with data analytics tools (e.g., Alteryx, SQL, Python) for deeper risk insights and control testing automation is a bonus Benefits β’ Flexible/hybrid work schedule including 3 in-person days and 2 remote days β’ Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging initiatives β’ Total wellness programs encompassing physical, financial, and emotional wellness β’ Opportunities for personal and professional growth Apply tot his job