Digital Implementer

Shell EMEA Lubricants operates in over 115 countries across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. We supply approximately 1 billion liters of lubricant annually to a diverse customer base, including major car manufacturers, independent workshops, national utility companies, and wind farms, serving both B2C and B2B segments.

The Supply Chain Optimisation & Development team, of which the Digital & Automation team is a part of, is accountable for all capital expenditure (~$80M per year) across EMEA. Within LSC, this team invests in the future of our assets, which consists of a network of 9 lubricant/grease manufacturing locations, to become modern, flexible, and adaptable to future customer needs.

The Digital Implementer is a member of the Digital & Automation team. The team is accountable for identifying, scoping and implementing end to end digital and automation opportunities that create value for Shell. Driven by a dynamic landscape, automation, robotics, and data visibility play pivotal roles for LSC EMEA.

The role reports into the Digital & Automation Manager.

WHAT'S THE ROLE

Are you a data engineering enthusiast who speaks both 'business' and 'tech' and can translate the two? If so, keep reading!

Over the years, we've built a rich and powerful data platform-but we've only scratched the surface of what's possible.

Now, we're entering a new phase-one where data becomes a true enabler for everyone across every layer of our organisation and beyond:

• We're making data more accessible and actionable for people who need it most-our internal teams. Imagine enabling people to talk to their data instead of digging through endless reports. That's the kind of intuitive, intelligent access you're after-where answers are just a question away!
• We're seamlessly integrating data into other solutions. Think of optimisation algorithms running continuously and autonomously in the background, uncovering major savings every single day-because you built the pipeline that turned a month-long manual task into a one-click solution. That's real impact.
• We're moving beyond batch processing and unlocking real-time data flows--- giving us second-by-second visibility into how our operations run! The control rooms are already under construction-but now it's time to bring the data in. Picture your work-data processed from our sensors-displayed on big screens showing our operations!

• Engineer high-performance data pipelines using cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Azure, Databricks, and PySpark-powering both batch and real-time data flows that keep our operations running smarter and faster.
• Turn ideas into reality by designing and delivering Proof of Concepts-from whiteboard to deployment-within the Microsoft Azure ecosystem.
• Model complex data from systems like SAP, Orchestr8, and Kinaxis to mirror our supply chain processes-so we can unlock advanced features like Azure Databricks Genie and drive real business value.
• Think beyond the ask. Often, people don't know what's possible-so you'll stay one step ahead, uncovering hidden opportunities and delivering solutions they didn't even know they needed.
• Collaborate closely with supply chain professionals across LSC EMEA, ensuring your technical solutions solve real-world problems-not just theoretical ones.
• Bring an entrepreneurial mindset-always looking for smarter, faster, and more automated ways to improve how we work.

• Bachelor's degree in Data Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8+ years relevant experience in data engineering, preferably in a supply chain context.
• Experience with SAP systems (eg, SAP ECC, S/4HANA).
• Proficient with data pipelines using Azure services (eg Functions, Services) (or equivalent).
• Proficient in one or more database technologies such as SQL Server.
• Experience with data modelling and designing structures that align with (preferably, supply chain) processes for analytical solutions.
• Experience with managing digital product lifecycles (eg backlog management, roadmap creation).
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for simplifying complex processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure. Deliver solutions fast, but with quality and in a compliant way.
• Strong communication skills, with an ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.