Pretium Packaging
Vice President, Information Technology
Pretium Packaging, Aurora, Illinois, United States, 60505
Vice President, Information Technology
(Oversees IT Operations + IT Applications – 7 Direct Reports, 11 Total)
The Vice President of Information Technology is the enterprise technology leader for Pretium Packaging, responsible for shaping and executing a modern, scalable, secure IT vision that supports a multi‑site manufacturing environment across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Europe. This executive will oversee IT Operations, Applications, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Enterprise Systems, and Plant Technology Enablement—ensuring world‑class reliability, data integrity, and system performance across 24/7 manufacturing operations.
This role is accountable for driving modernization, strengthening governance, enabling digital transformation, and ensuring that IT capabilities, people, and systems fully support Pretium’s growth trajectory, operational excellence goals, customer commitments, and financial priorities. The VP will be a strategic advisor to the CEO, CFO, COO, and ELT, ensuring technology investments are aligned to business strategy, risk posture, and long‑term value creation.
Key Responsibilities Enterprise Technology Strategy & Leadership
Develop and own the enterprise‑wide IT strategy, covering operations, applications, infrastructure, data, and cybersecurity.
Lead a multi‑disciplinary team including Operations, Applications, Cybersecurity, Network/Infrastructure, Help Desk, and Plant Technical Support (7 directs, 11 total).
Translate business goals into clear technology priorities, investment plans, and execution roadmaps.
Build and scale an IT organization that is customer‑focused, responsive, data‑driven, and high‑performing.
Serve as a strategic partner to Operations, Commercial, Engineering, Finance, HR, and Plant Leadership.
Global Infrastructure, Operations & Cybersecurity
Ensure 24/7 reliability and resilience across all manufacturing locations, corporate offices, and remote facilities.
Oversee enterprise networks, servers, cloud platforms, data centers, disaster recovery, and system lifecycle management.
Lead the enterprise cybersecurity program, including governance, policy, architecture, monitoring, incident response, and training.
Implement and maintain compliance with industry standards, customer security requirements, and regulatory expectations.
Enterprise Applications & Digital Enablement
Own the strategy, roadmap, and performance of enterprise applications, including ERP, MES, Quality Systems, HRIS, Finance, and Commercial platforms.
Guide application modernization initiatives, ensuring systems integrate seamlessly across plants and functions.
Oversee application support, enhancements, vendor relationships, upgrades, and governance processes.
Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Automation to ensure secure, stable connectivity for PLCs, robotics, SCADA, and IoT devices.
Program & Change Management
Lead enterprise‑level IT initiatives including cloud migrations, network redesigns, ERP enhancements, cybersecurity upgrades, and plant integrations.
Establish formal project governance, change control, and stakeholder communication frameworks.
Ensure disciplined prioritization, resource allocation, and on‑time delivery of critical programs.
Financial & Vendor Management
Build and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost optimization and ROI.
Oversee strategic vendor partnerships, contracts, negotiations, and performance management.
Standardize enterprise‑wide technology procurement and lifecycle planning.
Qualifications Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required; Master’s or MBA strongly preferred.
12–15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including responsibility for multi‑site manufacturing technology environments.
Proven success transforming IT organizations and leading both Operations and Applications functions.
Experience in plastics, packaging, or industrial manufacturing strongly preferred.
Demonstrated success implementing enterprise systems, cybersecurity frameworks, and large‑scale modernization programs.
Technical Expertise
Strong background in enterprise networking, cybersecurity, cloud architectures (Azure/AWS), virtualization, and ITIL‑based operating models.
Experience with ERP platforms such as JD Edwards, SAP, or similar manufacturing solutions.
Working knowledge of automation systems (PLCs, SCADA, industrial IoT) and integration requirements on the plant floor.
Leadership Competencies
Executive presence with strong strategic, financial, and operational acumen.
Ability to influence senior leaders, shape decision‑making, and drive cross‑functional alignment.
Skilled at building high‑trust teams and developing strong internal customer relationships.
Agile, resilient leader who thrives in fast‑paced manufacturing environments requiring disciplined execution.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Operational Reliability & Efficiency
Network/system uptime (target 99.9%+).
Reduction in critical incidents, improved MTTR.
Standardized and improved IT readiness across all sites.
Cybersecurity Maturity
Completion of cybersecurity maturity assessment and mitigation roadmap.
Reduction in vulnerabilities, improved audit outcomes.
Implementation of enterprise security governance and controls.
Service Delivery & Support
Improved Help Desk response/resolution metrics.
SLA adherence across all regions and manufacturing locations.
Standardized incident, request, and change processes.
Enterprise Applications Performance
Stabilization and optimization of ERP, MES, and quality systems.
Reduction in application downtime and support escalations.
Successful delivery of major upgrades, enhancements, and integrations.
Strategic Planning & Execution
Development of a 3‑year IT roadmap aligned to business strategy.
Completion of DR/BCP updates and testing.
Delivery of modernization, cloud, and integration projects on time and within budget.
Team & Organizational Development
Clear org structure aligned to enterprise needs.
Coaching, capability assessment, and succession planning for all team members.
Increased engagement, accountability, and performance within IT.
Seniority level Executive
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Information Technology
Industries Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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(Oversees IT Operations + IT Applications – 7 Direct Reports, 11 Total)
The Vice President of Information Technology is the enterprise technology leader for Pretium Packaging, responsible for shaping and executing a modern, scalable, secure IT vision that supports a multi‑site manufacturing environment across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Europe. This executive will oversee IT Operations, Applications, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Enterprise Systems, and Plant Technology Enablement—ensuring world‑class reliability, data integrity, and system performance across 24/7 manufacturing operations.
This role is accountable for driving modernization, strengthening governance, enabling digital transformation, and ensuring that IT capabilities, people, and systems fully support Pretium’s growth trajectory, operational excellence goals, customer commitments, and financial priorities. The VP will be a strategic advisor to the CEO, CFO, COO, and ELT, ensuring technology investments are aligned to business strategy, risk posture, and long‑term value creation.
Key Responsibilities Enterprise Technology Strategy & Leadership
Develop and own the enterprise‑wide IT strategy, covering operations, applications, infrastructure, data, and cybersecurity.
Lead a multi‑disciplinary team including Operations, Applications, Cybersecurity, Network/Infrastructure, Help Desk, and Plant Technical Support (7 directs, 11 total).
Translate business goals into clear technology priorities, investment plans, and execution roadmaps.
Build and scale an IT organization that is customer‑focused, responsive, data‑driven, and high‑performing.
Serve as a strategic partner to Operations, Commercial, Engineering, Finance, HR, and Plant Leadership.
Global Infrastructure, Operations & Cybersecurity
Ensure 24/7 reliability and resilience across all manufacturing locations, corporate offices, and remote facilities.
Oversee enterprise networks, servers, cloud platforms, data centers, disaster recovery, and system lifecycle management.
Lead the enterprise cybersecurity program, including governance, policy, architecture, monitoring, incident response, and training.
Implement and maintain compliance with industry standards, customer security requirements, and regulatory expectations.
Enterprise Applications & Digital Enablement
Own the strategy, roadmap, and performance of enterprise applications, including ERP, MES, Quality Systems, HRIS, Finance, and Commercial platforms.
Guide application modernization initiatives, ensuring systems integrate seamlessly across plants and functions.
Oversee application support, enhancements, vendor relationships, upgrades, and governance processes.
Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Automation to ensure secure, stable connectivity for PLCs, robotics, SCADA, and IoT devices.
Program & Change Management
Lead enterprise‑level IT initiatives including cloud migrations, network redesigns, ERP enhancements, cybersecurity upgrades, and plant integrations.
Establish formal project governance, change control, and stakeholder communication frameworks.
Ensure disciplined prioritization, resource allocation, and on‑time delivery of critical programs.
Financial & Vendor Management
Build and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost optimization and ROI.
Oversee strategic vendor partnerships, contracts, negotiations, and performance management.
Standardize enterprise‑wide technology procurement and lifecycle planning.
Qualifications Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required; Master’s or MBA strongly preferred.
12–15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including responsibility for multi‑site manufacturing technology environments.
Proven success transforming IT organizations and leading both Operations and Applications functions.
Experience in plastics, packaging, or industrial manufacturing strongly preferred.
Demonstrated success implementing enterprise systems, cybersecurity frameworks, and large‑scale modernization programs.
Technical Expertise
Strong background in enterprise networking, cybersecurity, cloud architectures (Azure/AWS), virtualization, and ITIL‑based operating models.
Experience with ERP platforms such as JD Edwards, SAP, or similar manufacturing solutions.
Working knowledge of automation systems (PLCs, SCADA, industrial IoT) and integration requirements on the plant floor.
Leadership Competencies
Executive presence with strong strategic, financial, and operational acumen.
Ability to influence senior leaders, shape decision‑making, and drive cross‑functional alignment.
Skilled at building high‑trust teams and developing strong internal customer relationships.
Agile, resilient leader who thrives in fast‑paced manufacturing environments requiring disciplined execution.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Operational Reliability & Efficiency
Network/system uptime (target 99.9%+).
Reduction in critical incidents, improved MTTR.
Standardized and improved IT readiness across all sites.
Cybersecurity Maturity
Completion of cybersecurity maturity assessment and mitigation roadmap.
Reduction in vulnerabilities, improved audit outcomes.
Implementation of enterprise security governance and controls.
Service Delivery & Support
Improved Help Desk response/resolution metrics.
SLA adherence across all regions and manufacturing locations.
Standardized incident, request, and change processes.
Enterprise Applications Performance
Stabilization and optimization of ERP, MES, and quality systems.
Reduction in application downtime and support escalations.
Successful delivery of major upgrades, enhancements, and integrations.
Strategic Planning & Execution
Development of a 3‑year IT roadmap aligned to business strategy.
Completion of DR/BCP updates and testing.
Delivery of modernization, cloud, and integration projects on time and within budget.
Team & Organizational Development
Clear org structure aligned to enterprise needs.
Coaching, capability assessment, and succession planning for all team members.
Increased engagement, accountability, and performance within IT.
Seniority level Executive
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Information Technology
Industries Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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