Responsibilities
• Develop and implement a strategic IT roadmap (long-term, mid-term, short-term) aligned with the company's business objectives and manufacturing operations.
• Lead and manage the IT team, providing guidance, mentoring, and performance evaluation for direct reports and IT staff.
• Oversee the management and support of business applications, including SAP and integrated systems, ensuring their proper functionality, availability, and security.
• Collaborate with Corporate IT in Europe to align regional IT initiatives with global IT strategies and standards.
• Manage IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, storage, and other related systems, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security.
• Identify and implement innovative technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and enforce IT policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with industry regulations and company standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and provide technology solutions that drive operational excellence.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts, ensuring cost-effective solutions and high-quality services.
• Oversee and control IT Budget.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential impact and relevance to the company's IT strategy.
• Project lead for regional S/4 Hana roll out, under corporate directions.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience (at least 8-10 years) in IT leadership roles, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge and experience with business applications, including SAP and integrated systems.
• In-depth understanding of IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, storage, and cloud technologies.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and leading teams, including direct reports and cross-functional team collaboration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic IT plans, aligning technology with business goals. • Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and standards, such as data security (GDPR, CCPA), ITIL, and COBIT.
• Experience in vendor management, contract negotiations, and budget management.
• Experience with Google Suite a plus, we are fully integrated Google company.
• Experience with previous S/4 deployments a plus.
• Strong experience in SAP Master Data a plus.