Matthieu Risgallah

Background

About Matthieu Risgallah

As a Transformation Leader, I drive business value through technology, innovation, and change management, leading large-scale transformation programs in growth and rationalization contexts for asset-intensive industries such as mining, chemicals, and life sciences. My initiatives have delivered tens of millions of dollars in direct P&L contribution through operational efficiencies, technology innovation, and cost optimization. Known for implementing state-of-the-art technological solutions in complex and multicultural environments, I integrate AI and ML technologies into strategic business frameworks to drive transformative growth and maintain a competitive edge. As a strategic leader, I foster a positive culture shift from reactive to proactive, improving employee engagement, attracting new talent, and strengthening succession planning. INNOVATION PROGRAM : Over 100 ideas / year of internal idea generation and open innovation projects fostering a culture of innovation, Over millions USD savings, Transformative technology in Exploration generating significant number of new targets and reducing permitting time. TECHNOLOGY ENABLEMENT : Improved OTIF (On-Time-In-Full) project delivery from unmanaged to 90% and above industry practice. ERP, EHS, Procurement,HR, CMSS, Safety Systems, Remote ops, UG infrastructure,Data and Analytics implementations Designed and Defined SLA performance metrics consistently achieving > 95% response and resolution rates with customer metrics at 98% satisfaction level Designed and executed Cost optimization program delivering year on year against inflation pressure over million USD /Year CYBER SECURITY : Designed and implemented DPM cybersecurity framework, Program and Governance with Steering C and board reporting. Achieved top-quartile ranking in the mining industry benchmark assessment from 1.9 (2019) to 3.2+(2022). Achieved zero notable critical incidents reported to date during run, acquisition and Divestment phase. CARVE-OUTS : Designed led and implemented the IT carveout of AkzoNobel Chemical business area 5 Bln Euro Turn Over. Designed led and implemented the IT carveout of DPM Namibia with 30% Cost reduction program on DPM inc cost base without stranded cost or de-synergies on DPM Technology side. DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION : Enhanced process compliance from 50% to 99% adherence to procurement policies and working capital policies. Reduced cycle times in procurement execution as well as invoice processing from weeks to days. Delivered significant FTE efficiency gains across the organization.