Director, IT Business Technology, Divisional (VSD/PSD)

MKS Instruments•Andover, MA

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

A Day in Your Life at MKS: We are looking for an exceptional Director, IT Business Technology Leader who can lead the charge in driving IT strategy, collaboration, and innovation across our VSD and PSD Divisions . You will play a pivotal role in shaping the technology landscape for our dynamic organization. Must live within commuting distance to Andover, MA. You Will Make an Impact By: Collaborate with senior executives in each division to manage stakeholder expectations, identify, qualify, and implement technology solutions aligned with business strategy and objectives. Manage stakeholder expectations, ensuring seamless IT planning and delivery in support of key initiatives. Shape the technology strategy for each division, developing forward-thinking IT strategies and roadmaps. Create compelling business-aligned implementation plans and agile delivery methodologies to drive faster time to business value. Align priorities and forecast budgets for the IT portfolio to divisional strategies. Provide insights that shape business strategies and ensure optimal alignment with IT capabilities. Drive global IT and business collaboration by engaging with MKS Instruments' global network. Promote modern solutions and keep business stakeholders informed about emerging IT products and services. Oversee vendor selection, financial management, and performance for each division’s IT portfolio. Skills You Bring: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree; preferably, a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields. An advanced degree in sciences, business administration, or IT is advantageous. 15+ years of experience in Information Technology, with a leadership role in an IT customer-facing capacity for 5+ years. In-depth knowledge of leading technology trends and best practices within the industry. Familiarity with key processes within the relevant business area (e.g.: Manufacturing, Engineering, Sales, Product Marketing, Customer Service) and regulations governing the industry. Exceptional presentation skills, demonstrating the ability to influence and interface effectively at all levels, including senior leadership. Proven experience in organizational change management, issues & conflict resolution, and business-technology innovation. Some travel required based on business needs, experience working with globally distributed teams, especially in Japan, EU, and India. Broad awareness of business and IT capabilities, with hands-on experience implementing functional area-specific applications. Compensation and Benefits: Salary Pay Range: $ 168,000 - 280,000 per year. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.  At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role. Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS (or as applicable). Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, (6 weeks fully paid) parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement (and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.). This role is HYBRID and candidate must be within commutable driving distance to our Corporate HQ in Andover MA. We are interested in a qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we will not be sponsoring work visas for this position, at this time. MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business. #LI-MH1 #LI-Hybrid Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. persons.” “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees. MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [email protected] . If applying for a specific job, please include the requisition number (ex: RXXXX), the title and location of the role

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree; preferably, a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields.
15+ years of experience in Information Technology, with a leadership role in an IT customer-facing capacity for 5+ years.
In-depth knowledge of leading technology trends and best practices within the industry.
Familiarity with key processes within the relevant business area (e.g.: Manufacturing, Engineering, Sales, Product Marketing, Customer Service) and regulations governing the industry.
Exceptional presentation skills, demonstrating the ability to influence and interface effectively at all levels, including senior leadership.
Proven experience in organizational change management, issues & conflict resolution, and business-technology innovation.
Some travel required based on business needs, experience working with globally distributed teams, especially in Japan, EU, and India.
Broad awareness of business and IT capabilities, with hands-on experience implementing functional area-specific applications.

Nice To Haves

An advanced degree in sciences, business administration, or IT is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with senior executives in each division to manage stakeholder expectations, identify, qualify, and implement technology solutions aligned with business strategy and objectives.
Manage stakeholder expectations, ensuring seamless IT planning and delivery in support of key initiatives.
Shape the technology strategy for each division, developing forward-thinking IT strategies and roadmaps.
Create compelling business-aligned implementation plans and agile delivery methodologies to drive faster time to business value.
Align priorities and forecast budgets for the IT portfolio to divisional strategies.
Provide insights that shape business strategies and ensure optimal alignment with IT capabilities.
Drive global IT and business collaboration by engaging with MKS Instruments' global network.
Promote modern solutions and keep business stakeholders informed about emerging IT products and services.
Oversee vendor selection, financial management, and performance for each division’s IT portfolio.