VIE - EMEA Performance & Data Manager - Belgium 12 months

About The Job

Danone is looking for an EMEA Performance & Data Manager VIE based in Rotselaar, Belgium, for a 12-month assignment starting in January 2027.

MAIN RESPONSABILITIESDashboard Development & Automation

• Design, build, and maintain automated dashboards and reporting solutions to track SQCDMN performance
• Deliver scalable, user-friendly visualization tools for factory, regional, and global stakeholders
• Continuously improve and automate reporting to reduce manual effort and increase efficiency
• Standardize dashboards and reporting systems across regions in line with Dan-IWS and global standards
• Drive continuous enhancement of data quality, system performance, and user adoption
• Support governance forums by providing data-driven insights and trend analysis to identify improvement opportunities

KPI Data Model & Data Architecture

• Identify opportunities to simplify reporting architecture and eliminate redundant tools
• Define and maintain KPI data models, data structures, and calculation logic aligned with Dan-IWS and company performance guidelines
• Guarantee data consistency, harmonization, and standard definitions across sites and categories
• Embed alerts, triggers, and deviation tracking directly into dashboards to enable proactive performance management
• Support leadership with standardized, automated performance packs powered by dashboards

About You

The criteria below remain indicative. A candidate who has a different combination of experience and skills could also be considered.

Education, Experience

• Education Master (Data Analytics / Data Science / Business / Finance / Statistics / Mathematics / Computer Science)
• Experience 2+ years in data analytics / operations / performance management.

Hard Skills

• Advanced data analysis & statistical thinking (trend analysis, root cause, forecasting)
• Strong proficiency in data tools (Power BI, Excel, SQL, data visualization tools)
• Knowledge of data architecture & integration
• Experience in data governance, data quality, and standardization
• Capabilities in Data Visualization & Storytelling

Soft Skills

• Proactivity, anticipation of needs and result-oriented approach
• Strong mindset toward continuous improvement
• Ability to take initiative and drive topics with sufficient autonomy
• Fluency in interactions with key stakeholders to ensure alignment and impact
• Capability to proactively question the status quo and confidently challenge ideas to drive better outcomes.
• Fluency in English

Are you eligible for a V.I.E?

V.I.E is a type of contract linked to Business France (French public organism) allowing Europeans to work internationally for a designated company. This is a 6 to 24 months contract.

• You must be aged 18 to 28. You must have completed national service obligation.
• You must be a citizen of the European Economic Area.
• You have never done a V.I.E before.

Danone is proud to promote inclusion and equal opportunities. We truly believe that our diversity will make the difference and that an inclusive environment will make us grow as a company, as a team, and as people. We therefore consider all applications* to ensure an inclusive corporate culture where everyone can feel like they belong.

• All applications will be considered irrespective of origins and ethnicity, personal background, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability....

About Us

• A rewarding personal experience

Making the choice to do a V.I.E can turn out to be a great opportunity. This is your chance to challenge yourself and to discover more about a new country. You will be part of the Danone community, working for some of the best-known brands in the world. Our objectives are to make sure that you will come as you are, ready to innovate and to bring your perspective. We, as a company, bring a great importance in creating an inclusive working environment. We will consider all applicants to our offers. As a B-Corp certified company, Danone meets the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. One Planet One Health by You.

• Be part of the international V.I.E community

We will always make sure that you will feel great in your host country. You will be part of the V.I.E community group where you will be regularly informed about any news concerning the community. This will enable you to get in touch with the international Danone community and to learn more about multiple cultures. You will also integrate an international talent pool giving you the opportunity to extend your time working for Danone across the world or in France. You will join dynamic teams and play an important role in the performance of Danone and all its brands.

What’s next?

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