Senior Manager - GBS Strategy & Transformation

Job description

Can’t wait to make an impact on the world? You’re not alone. Join us in driving progress in the working world and beyond. Your journey with us We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager to originate and lead the design, strategy, and implementation of multifunction Global Business Services (GBS) solutions for enterprise clients. You will partner with C-suite leadership to define GBS operating models that drive operational excellence, cost leadership, and strategic acceleration. Lead complex, multi-function and multi-geography transformations across the full lifecycle—from strategy and operating model design through implementation and value realization—by: Originating and developping GBS opportunities, building compelling business cases and value propositions for enterprise clients and senior decision-makers. Building and maintaining trusted relationships with C-suite executives and key client stakeholders, acting as a strategic advisor on GBS strategy and transformation. Leading end-to-end GBS strategy and operating model design, including organizational structures, governance frameworks, service delivery models, and location strategies across captive and outsourced environments. Advising clients on complex, multi-function GBS organizations spanning Finance, HR, Procurement, Customer Service, Supply Chain, and IT. Designing innovative GBS models beyond traditional shared services, including Global Business Services organizations, Centers of Excellence, hybrid models, and other advanced delivery configurations. Leading large-scale GBS transformation programs, ensuring alignment across stakeholders, geographies, functions, and implementation workstreams. Defining performance management, process optimization, and continuous improvement strategies to drive cost reduction, operational maturity, and long-term value realization. Leading proposal development and supporting commercial negotiations for large-scale GBS engagements. Building, leading, and developing high-performing consulting teams, while ensuring delivery excellence and strong client outcomes across multiple engagements. Contributing to thought leadership and market development through industry events, publications, client forums, and other external initiatives. Let's talk about you 8+ years of relevant experience in GBS/Shared Services strategy, operating model design, transformation, or implementation. Proven track record of leading end-to-end GBS transformations, from strategy and operating model design through implementation, go-live, stabilization, and value realization. Extensive experience across at least 3 business functions within a GBS environment, such as Finance, HR, Procurement, Customer Service, Supply Chain, or IT. Strong experience designing and implementing GBS operating models, including governance, organizational structures, service delivery models, and process frameworks. Experience in a BPO/consulting environment or in-house GBS leadership role, with a strong understanding of both strategic and operational aspects of GBS. Demonstrated commercial and business development track record, with the ability to originate, qualify, and close complex GBS opportunities and engage effectively with C-suite stakeholders. Proven success in driving operational excellence, including cost reduction, process optimization, performance improvement, and sustainable value creation within GBS environments. Experience in manufacturing-adjacent or capital-intensive industries, such as consumer products, automotive, food processing, oil & gas, chemicals, mining, or similar sectors. Preferred Qualifications Experience working across both captive and outsourced GBS models. Experience designing or implementing global, multi-geography GBS organizations. Familiarity with intelligent automation, AI, and emerging technologies in GBS environments. Strong knowledge of GBS governance, risk, compliance, and performance management frameworks. Proven track record of building, scaling, or transforming GBS organizations from inception. Experience in business development, account management, or other commercially focused consulting roles. MBA or equivalent advanced business qualification. Fostering Finance efficiency and effectiveness through your organization & operations excellence. “Core” Global Business Services: We help Finance and Business leaders improve their organization and processes efficiency by setting up shared services centres. From strategy & design phases to implementation & benefits realization follow-up, we support all phases of a SSC implementation. Finance Target Operating Models: We help Finance leaders reflect on how to best upgrade their operating models to efficiently and effectively anticipate the evolution of their business and stay ahead of competition. Finance Operations Excellence: We help Finance leaders rethink the way O2C and P2P are delivered, making the most out of cutting-edge automation technologies to boost efficiency and user & customer experience. ERP enabled transformation: We accompany Finance teams through the managerial & functional aspects of ERP implementations, ensuring that those are effectively done with you and for you. Who is Deloitte? We provide industry-leading audit and assurance, tax and legal, consulting and related services. We are committed to driving innovation across offerings to help our clients address their challenges, while giving our professionals opportunities to learn and grow in this era of transformation. In Belgium, +5000 dedicated professionals active in +10 offices, take great pride in bringing multidisciplinary expertise to a wide variety of clients, from national and international companies, small, fast-growing and large organizations to public institutions and governmental authorities. Why Deloitte? Be the true you! We foster diversity and inclusion and encourage you to bring your authentic self to work. Explore, question and collaborate while building a career that inspires and energises you. Never stop growing! Diversity of thought makes us stronger. At Deloitte, we tailor a personalized learning experience, offering you the opportunity to grow at your own pace and achieve maximum impact. We practice what we preach! As a Purpose-led organisation, at the heart of everything we do is a set of timeless principles and unifying values . Life looks different for each of us, so we created a varied benefits package that you can tap into: My Benefits My Choice , a flexible rewards plan tailored to your lifestyle and priorities Sustainable transport options offered by Mobility@Deloitte Flexible work arrangements for all and initiatives supported by Parents & Caregivers @Deloitte Wellbeing tips and activities powered by Energise@Deloitte Topped off with other health benefits and insurance opportunities Empowering our employees with flexible work arrangements remains essential in today's reality: Hybrid workplace: combination of home office and on-site (+10 offices in Belgium or client's premises). Part-time employment: all our jobs are open to full-time or part-time work under a 90% or 80% regime. Join us to make an impact together! Apply now! #LI-MT1