VP of Information Technology

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The Vice President of Information Technology will oversee the strategic and tactical direction of all IT system and infrastructure activities for the global business operations. This individual will partner with business leaders to anticipate and recommend opportunities where information technology can advance business capabilities and provide a competitive advantage. The IT Leader will influence, and hold accountable, IT staff and business unit leaders to comply with Corporate directed initiatives. Success is measured by results, integrity, relationship development and change management.
This position reports directly to the VP/GM and a functional reporting line to the CIO

• Be able to influence, and hold accountable, IT staff and BU leaders to comply with Corporate directed initiatives (cyber security, governance/controls)
• Lead SAP/ERP implementation for BUs within the division
• Integrate acquisitions
• Be a credible respected leader; able to drive change and transformation
  

• Partner with the business unit and division management teams to develop and execute strategy including identifying the appropriate use of IT to improve the capabilities and performance of the Division.
• Identify, develop and apply impactful IT/process/automation solutions to enhance business processes
• Regularly consult with corporate teams to both understand top-line challenges/opportunities as well as articulate Division/BU needs
• Manage all aspects of business systems and information technology in the Division.
• Ensure a stable and efficient business system and communications environment.
• Develop and maintain a high performing Business Systems and Information Technology Team.
• Engage with centrally led corporate teams and contribute to the development of corporate standards and Policies related to IT and Business Systems. Ensure policy compliance (cyber security, governance/controls) and shared services utilization with the business units
• Provide thought leadership around the application of Sarbanes Oxley and Cyber Security compliance standards.
• Align IT resources to automate manual processes through digital transformation; provide access to data to track measurable results
• Lead the technical aspects of digital projects, including ERP implementations, meeting deadlines and budgets
• Ensure the business or division is adhering to all corporate information security standards and policies.
• Lead the deployment of Cyber Security initiatives in line with policy within the business or division.
• Provide business analytics in support of the business growth strategies.
• Spearhead the IT due diligence activities for acquisitions. Make significant contributions to work in the area of investigation of potential acquisitions and lead post acquisition integration execution and delivery.
  

• 10+ years of proven, progressive IT leadership, including global experience in an engineering-centric, product development, and delivery organization. This includes a successful IT business leader who understands and leads technology's application for driving real business value. This experience should also include a proven track record of exceptional IT build, deliver, and support experience.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Technology, or related field; MA/MBA preferred
• Previous IT leadership experience in a complex manufacturing environment (made to order) and supply chain business skills
• Experience in a regulated industry
• Demonstrated project management of full life cycle ERP and CRM implementations
• Previous oversight of a multi-site and globally dispersed organization
• Proven hands-on management style in a lean environment
• Demonstrated ability to drive change and hold others accountable
• Ability to travel extensively and frequently through North America and Europe; 50% minimum
  

• Strong business and financial acumen. Experience working for a publicly-traded company continuously pressured to lower costs while improving performance.
• Understanding of, and skilled in developing executable strategic plans.
• Demonstrated skill and success in managing an organization including budgeting, hiring, developing, and positioning resources in support of the function.
• Excellent communication and presentational skills.
• Well-developed critical thinking and diagnostic skills.
• Experience evaluating, conducting due diligence on, and integrating acquisitions is highly desirable. Experience in a Six Sigma / LEAN Manufacturing environment where these tools were applied to the "office” environment is preferred.
• Ability to predict, recognize and manage cultural and technological changes within the organization and the corresponding transitions required. It is essential the applicant understand technology direction and trends and their strategic business impact.
• Able to develop collaborative, productive working relationships, at all levels within the business and across.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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