J.D. Irving, Limited

Manager, Data and Digital Innovation

J.D. Irving, Limited  •  Dartmouth, CA (Onsite)  •  22 hours ago
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Job Description

The Manager, Data and Digital Innovation provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for Fleetway's Technical Publications, Configuration and Data Management (CMDM), and Document Management functions. The role is accountable for developing and executing Fleetway's data management and digital innovation strategies, ensuring the organization leverages modern technologies, integrated data environments, and industry best practices to meet client, regulatory, and corporate requirements.

Reporting to the Senior Management Team, the Manager leads Fleetway's Digital Innovation Agenda, including the implementation and governance of integrated data environments (IDE), digital transformation initiatives, and the adoption of industry standards such as S1000D. The Manager serves as the key liaison with J.D. Irving Information Technology and other corporate and industry partners, ensuring digital solutions are aligned with Fleetway's business objectives and customer needs.

The Manager is also responsible for the performance, development, and succession planning of departmental personnel, ensuring the team possesses the skills and capabilities required to support Fleetway's evolving digital future.

If you're passionate about leveraging data, technology, and digital innovation to drive organizational success, we would love to hear from you!

  • Lead the development, production, and delivery of technical documentation, data products, and information management services, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with customer and contractual requirements.
  • Provide leadership and oversight for Technical Publications, Configuration and Data Management (CMDM), document management, and integrated data environment (IDE) activities.
  • Develop and execute Fleetway's data management, governance, and digital innovation strategies, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, customer requirements, and industry best practices.
  • Identify, evaluate, and implement digital technologies, tools, and processes that improve operational efficiency, business performance, and service delivery.
  • Lead the implementation, governance, and continuous improvement of integrated data environments and data-centric business processes, including the adoption of industry standards such as S1000D.
  • Collaborate with clients, corporate partners, J.D. Irving Information Technology, and industry stakeholders to deliver innovative data management and digital solutions.
  • Provide strategic guidance and subject matter expertise on technical publications, information management, digital transformation, and data governance initiatives.
  • Support organizational change management, workforce readiness, training, and user adoption associated with new technologies and digital tools.
  • Develop business plans, resource strategies, and workforce plans to support current and future operational requirements.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop team members while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related technical discipline.
  • Equivalent combination of technical diploma, education, and relevant experience may be considered.

Experience

  • Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in data management, digital transformation, engineering information management, technical publications, information technology, or related fields.
  • Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams.
  • Experience developing and implementing data governance, digital transformation, or enterprise information management strategies.
  • Experience working with integrated data environments, digital engineering tools, or enterprise technology initiatives.
  • Experience managing customer deliverables within a technical, engineering, defense, marine, or industrial environment.
  • Experience leading organizational change and business process improvement initiatives.

Assets

  • Knowledge of S1000D, configuration management, and technical publications.
  • Experience within marine, defense, engineering, or related industries.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is considered an asset.

We're committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Fleetway is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented groups, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to thrive.

We encourage applicants to self-identify if they belong to an underrepresented group, as part of our commitment to equitable hiring practices and fostering a truly inclusive workforce.

If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know—we're happy to help.

J.D. Irving, Limited

About J.D. Irving, Limited

J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) is a diverse family owned company with operations in Canada and the United States. Since 1882 our focus has been on providing quality products and superior service to customers around the world. Our head offices are in Saint John and Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada. J.D. Irving, Limited is made up of a diverse group of companies in various business segments:

Forestry & Forest Products

Transportation

Shipbuilding & Industrial Marine

Retail & Distribution

Industrial Equipment, Construction Services & Building Materials

Specialty Printing

Consumer Packaged Goods

Food Processing

At J.D. Irving, Limited our core values form the foundation of our company’s story and how we operate on a daily basis. J.D. Irving, Limited is committed to growing leaders and providing them with challenging and rewarding career opportunities. With a focus on creating an aligned and engaged workforce across various industries, JDI offers both internal and external competency based development tailored to individual needs. Our external partners are recognized as world-class, assisting us in creating one of the best leadership pipelines in the country. We partner with some of the top educational and training development schools in Canada who are considered to be "leaders in developing leaders"​.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Saint John, CA
Year Founded
Unknown
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