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Head of Enterprise Technology & Digital Strategy
Confidential Jobs, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States
Head of Enterprise Technology & Digital Strategy
A manufacturing and supply chain business ($2B+ revenue, 10+ locations, 9 manufacturing plants) is hiring a senior technology executive to lead the global information systems function. The company is privately owned, US‑headquartered, and operates across regulated industries including personal care, food service, and consumer goods.
About the Role This is a confidential executive search to replace or upgrade an incumbent, with a focus on transformation, AI enablement, and ERP modernization.
Responsibilities
Build and lead a 3‑year roadmap for enterprise systems, digital platforms, and data governance
Oversee all core systems including ERP (JD Edwards), WMS (Logility), HCM (UKG), MES, and M365
Develop and scale AI/ML pilots across manufacturing, finance, operations, and customer‑facing workflows
Drive post‑merger technology integration and support digital transformation across 9 plants and multiple DCs
Create an IS organizational structure to match scale, security, and innovation goals
Oversee a multi‑million dollar technology budget (OPEX & CAPEX), vendor strategy, and insourcing/outsourcing decisions
Implement scalable cybersecurity, DR/BCP, and compliance controls
Qualifications
Led global IT or IS teams in complex, multi‑site manufacturing or logistics environments
Delivered measurable impact through ERP modernization, AI/ML rollout, or data governance programs
Reported to the CEO, President, or executive committee
Worked in companies between $500M–$5B in revenue
Managed budgets of $10M+ and teams of 40+ across infrastructure, apps, and security
Translated business needs into digital strategies across supply chain, finance, HR, and operations
Been accountable for IS transformation in a private‑equity, privately‑held, or family‑owned business
Experience with systems like Oracle Fusion, JD Edwards, UKG, Microsoft Azure, MES platforms, or MDM tools
Required Skills
Led global IT or IS teams in complex, multi‑site manufacturing or logistics environments
Delivered measurable impact through ERP modernization, AI/ML rollout, or data governance programs
Reported to the CEO, President, or executive committee
Worked in companies between $500M–$5B in revenue
Managed budgets of $10M+ and teams of 40+ across infrastructure, apps, and security
Translated business needs into digital strategies across supply chain, finance, HR, and operations
Been accountable for IS transformation in a private‑equity, privately‑held, or family‑owned business
Experience with systems like Oracle Fusion, JD Edwards, UKG, Microsoft Azure, MES platforms, or MDM tools
Preferred Skills
Direct executive visibility, with the mandate to scale digital systems from the ground up
Opportunity to reshape legacy tech in a stable, profitable business with long‑term ownership
Flexible location: preference for Midwest‑based candidates or those open to hybrid travel
Confidential replacement of a senior leader — company is stable but ready for change
Travel: ~25% across US sites. Team size: 60+ global FTEs and contractors.
Seniority level Executive
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Analyst and Quality Assurance
Industries Software Development, Manufacturing, and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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About the Role This is a confidential executive search to replace or upgrade an incumbent, with a focus on transformation, AI enablement, and ERP modernization.
Responsibilities
Build and lead a 3‑year roadmap for enterprise systems, digital platforms, and data governance
Oversee all core systems including ERP (JD Edwards), WMS (Logility), HCM (UKG), MES, and M365
Develop and scale AI/ML pilots across manufacturing, finance, operations, and customer‑facing workflows
Drive post‑merger technology integration and support digital transformation across 9 plants and multiple DCs
Create an IS organizational structure to match scale, security, and innovation goals
Oversee a multi‑million dollar technology budget (OPEX & CAPEX), vendor strategy, and insourcing/outsourcing decisions
Implement scalable cybersecurity, DR/BCP, and compliance controls
Qualifications
Led global IT or IS teams in complex, multi‑site manufacturing or logistics environments
Delivered measurable impact through ERP modernization, AI/ML rollout, or data governance programs
Reported to the CEO, President, or executive committee
Worked in companies between $500M–$5B in revenue
Managed budgets of $10M+ and teams of 40+ across infrastructure, apps, and security
Translated business needs into digital strategies across supply chain, finance, HR, and operations
Been accountable for IS transformation in a private‑equity, privately‑held, or family‑owned business
Experience with systems like Oracle Fusion, JD Edwards, UKG, Microsoft Azure, MES platforms, or MDM tools
Required Skills
Led global IT or IS teams in complex, multi‑site manufacturing or logistics environments
Delivered measurable impact through ERP modernization, AI/ML rollout, or data governance programs
Reported to the CEO, President, or executive committee
Worked in companies between $500M–$5B in revenue
Managed budgets of $10M+ and teams of 40+ across infrastructure, apps, and security
Translated business needs into digital strategies across supply chain, finance, HR, and operations
Been accountable for IS transformation in a private‑equity, privately‑held, or family‑owned business
Experience with systems like Oracle Fusion, JD Edwards, UKG, Microsoft Azure, MES platforms, or MDM tools
Preferred Skills
Direct executive visibility, with the mandate to scale digital systems from the ground up
Opportunity to reshape legacy tech in a stable, profitable business with long‑term ownership
Flexible location: preference for Midwest‑based candidates or those open to hybrid travel
Confidential replacement of a senior leader — company is stable but ready for change
Travel: ~25% across US sites. Team size: 60+ global FTEs and contractors.
Seniority level Executive
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Analyst and Quality Assurance
Industries Software Development, Manufacturing, and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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