VP, Information Technology (Hybrid)
About The Position
As the VP, Information Technology for a dynamic, private equity-owned manufacturing enterprise, you will be the architect of digital transformation - championing a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and continuous improvement. You will lead the evolution of business information systems, leveraging emerging technologies and agile methodologies to drive competitive advantage and operational excellence. Your vision will shape the future of our digital landscape, ensuring our systems are resilient, scalable, and aligned with both current and future business needs. This role is for a visionary leader who drives a fast-paced, transformative environment and is passionate about shaping the future of technology through relentless innovation and improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; MBA preferred
- 10+ years of progressive leadership in information systems, with a track record of driving innovation and managing complex projects
- Proven success managing diverse teams – managers, analysts, programmers and support staff
- Exceptional business acumen and communication skills - effective written and verbal communication skills; able to express oneself clearly and in technical and non-technical terms
- Deep understanding of manufacturing technologies and deployment methodologies
- Collaborative and effective team player and able to work with teams who are globally dispersed
- Core competencies: Continuous learning, flexibility, customer focus, quality commitment, and relationship-building
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management software
- SAP (preferred)
- Available for domestic and international travel (up to 20%)
Responsibilities
- Innovation Leadership: Identify and implement breakthrough technologies that enhance business performance
- Foster a culture of experimentation and rapid prototyping across IT and business teams
- Collaborate with executive leadership to position technology as a strategic enabler
- Continuous Improvement & Agility: Embed Lean and Agile principles to accelerate delivery and maximize value
- Use data-driven insights and customer feedback to iterate on systems and processes
- Lead forums and steering committees to surface opportunities for enhancement
- Business Process Transformation: Champion cross-functional process reengineering using digital tools
- Develop high-impact proposals with clear value analysis
- Align closely with Lean teams to ensure measurable outcome
- Reliability & Resilience: Ensure integrity, performance, and security of all business systems
- Manage upgrades, disaster recovery, and cybersecurity proactively
- Establish robust policies for data security and user training
- Strategic Technology Investment: Drive investments that balance current needs with future scalability
- Evaluate sourcing options and negotiate favorable contracts
- Optimize total cost of ownership and minimize risk
- Talent Development & Culture: Build and lead a high-performing IT organization
- Promote a culture of learning, adaptability, and collaboration
- Set ambitious goals and empower teams to challenge the status quo
- Use key performance indicators to track progress and implement countermeasures for continuous growth
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)
- Paid holidays and earn up to 120 hours vacation during your first year of service
- One paid Community Involvement Day available per calendar year
- Global company with small company feel
- Casual work attire
- Complimentary snack and coffee/tea to keep you fueled
- Onsite cafeteria offering a variety of convenient options
- Onsite Physical Therapist
- Onsite Fitness center
- Public Transit access
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
