Director Information Technology

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director Information Technology in United States.

This senior leadership role is responsible for shaping and executing the overall IT strategy across key business units within a manufacturing and industrial environment.

You will lead large-scale technology transformation initiatives, including a major SAP S/4 implementation, with enterprise-wide impact.

The role ensures the stability, scalability, and security of IT systems supporting critical business operations.

You will oversee cybersecurity, risk management, compliance, and disaster recovery frameworks.

This position also plays a key role in driving innovation by evaluating emerging technologies and aligning them with business goals.

Operating in a fast-paced, global context, you will collaborate closely with senior stakeholders to deliver measurable business value through technology.

Accountabilities

You will define, lead, and execute the IT strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and long-term organizational priorities.

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of a major SAP S/4 implementation across the organization
• Oversee IT infrastructure reliability, scalability, and continuous optimization of systems and applications
• Drive cybersecurity strategy, including risk assessments, vulnerability management, and incident response planning
• Manage IT budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning to ensure cost efficiency and value delivery
• Evaluate and introduce emerging technologies to improve operational performance and innovation
• Oversee vendor relationships, negotiations, and service provider performance management
• Establish IT governance, policies, standards, KPIs, and performance reporting frameworks
• Ensure disaster recovery and business continuity readiness across all systems
  
  

Requirements

This role requires extensive IT leadership experience within complex, industrial, or manufacturing environments, with a strong background in enterprise systems transformation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive IT experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership roles
• Proven experience leading SAP S/4HANA implementations in large-scale environments
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to align technology with business goals
• Solid expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance frameworks
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing IT budgets and investments
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Occasional travel required (up to 30%)
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive compensation aligned with senior executive-level responsibility
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement savings plan with strong employer match
• Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer time off programs
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Enhanced parental leave programs, including maternity and paternity leave
• Performance-based bonus eligibility under incentive plans
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work flexibility
  
  

How Jobgether Works

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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