Ecolab · 1 day ago
Business Transformation Lead
St Paul, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $195K/yrEcolab is a global leader in water, hygiene, and energy technologies and services. The Business Transformation Leader drives global transformation initiatives, aligning IoT strategies and processes to advance business objectives and foster a more data-driven approach. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, overseeing project execution, and ensuring financial discipline while managing change and cultural initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Lead the global transformation strategy across Mega Markets (NA, GC, EUR) with direct ownership of North America transformation initiatives. Develop and execute plans to achieve strategic goals
Drive cross‑functional delivery of transformation initiatives, including equipment cost savings, device development, digital infrastructure upgrades, installation and support improvements, and productivity gains. Enable cross‑functional coordination, align stakeholders, and allocate resources effectively
Define KPIs, monitor progress, and report impact to executive leadership. Maintain routines to track progress, flag issues early, and ensure timely resolution
Oversee key workstreams, ensuring coordinated project execution and encouraging innovative approaches. Clearly communicate transformation goals, progress, and outcomes to stakeholders to keep teams aligned and engaged
Set financial goals and partner with Finance to track, validate, and enforce disciplined financial performance
Partner with commercial leaders to drive adoption, surface rollout barriers, and provide feedback to development and equipment teams
Lead a team responsible for connected device strategy, service and operational transformation, end‑to‑end process enhancements, and change leadership. Build a high‑performance, globally connected culture
Drive cultural and change initiatives across the organization. Collaborate with Enterprise Excellence, Training, and Communications to engage, motivate, and upskill employees
Design initiatives for long‑term success and foster continuous improvement and innovation beyond initial project completion
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Strategy, Operations, or related field; MBA preferred
Proven leadership of cross‑functional teams managing complex projects with strong collaboration, urgency, and accountability
Experience leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives
Strong command of project management methodologies
Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and performance
Exceptional leadership and people management capabilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Change leadership expertise with the ability to challenge the status quo and apply frameworks such as Prosci/ADKAR
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Preferred
Experience in the technology or digital infrastructure sectors, including data analytics and intelligence tools
Familiarity with CRM, ERP, and business intelligence platforms
Management consulting or strategic operations background
Knowledge of agile methodologies and tools
Benefits
Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.
Company
Ecolab
Ecolab provides water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life. It is a sub-organization of Ecolab Life Sciences.
Founded in 1923
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Christophe Beck
Chairman and CEO at Ecolab
Daniel Schmechel
Chief Financial Officer
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