Director, Technology-Operations & Manufacturing

Oregon Tool • Portland, OR

2d • $180,000 - $215,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

At Oregon Tool, Inc., every Team Member drives our success. Your growth fuels our progress, empowering you to take initiative, share your ideas, and help shape what’s next. With a long history of innovation and a pioneering spirit, we’re a global team built on humility, grit, and collaboration – where every voice is valued and every contribution matters. If you’re ready to bring your perspective and thrive in a people-first culture, join us and make an impact. HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT: The Director of Technology – Operations & Manufacturing is a global leadership role responsible for defining and delivering the technology strategy that powers our worldwide manufacturing and operations ecosystem. This leader oversees the product delivery and lifecycle of core enterprise systems—including Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Finance, SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning), Order-to-Cash, and Procure-to-Pay processes with a strong focus on SAP-based platforms. Leading a high-performing team of Business Analysts and Technical Product Managers , the Director aligns global technology capabilities with operational excellence, scalability, and data visibility across regions. The role partners closely with senior business leaders in Operations, Manufacturing, SIOP, and Finance, and collaborates with the Director of Platform Engineering to ensure cohesive development, integration, and data strategies across the enterprise landscape.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of progressive experience in enterprise technology, including 5+ years in a global leadership role overseeing operations or manufacturing systems.
• Deep experience with SAP ECC or S/4HANA, especially modules supporting manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and order management.
• Strong understanding of global business processes (Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, SIOP, and manufacturing operations).
• Proven success leading global teams and delivering scalable enterprise solutions across multiple geographies.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with senior business leaders and translate business strategy into actionable technology roadmaps.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and change management skills in complex, matrixed environments.
• Collaborative and effective team player and able to work with teams who are globally dispersed
• Strong commitment to developing talent and fostering global team cohesion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Available to work on site as required by job; eligible for domestic and international travel several times per year up to two weeks’ duration.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the global technology strategy for Operations & Manufacturing, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and digital transformation objectives.
• Lead the product roadmap, delivery, and optimization of MES, SIOP, and ERP-adjacent systems (including SAP ECC modules supporting order-to-cash and procure-to-pay processes).
• Partner with global business leaders to understand regional operational needs and harmonize technology capabilities across manufacturing sites and business units.
• Manage and mentor a cross-regional team of Business Analysts and Technical Product Managers, fostering a culture of innovation, ownership, and accountability.
• Collaborate with the Director of Platform Engineering to ensure system performance, modernization, and integration within SAP and adjacent platforms.
• Oversee vendor relationships, implementation partners, and global support organizations for technology delivery and service performance.
• Define and track performance KPIs to measure solution adoption, operational impact, and product delivery success.
• Drive technology enablement for manufacturing analytics and performance insights through integration with enterprise data solutions.
• Monitor emerging industry and SAP innovations to continuously improve manufacturing and supply chain technology maturity.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits available on day one (no waiting period)
• 401k matching (100% of first 3%, 50% of next 3% = 4.5% match on 6% contribution)
• Retirement Savings Plus Plan
• Earn up to 120 hours vacation during your first year of service
• Paid holidays and one paid Community Involvement Day available per calendar year
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Global company with small company feel
• Casual work attire

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees