- Manage (policies, practices and all aspects) of global IT function to achieve reliable, cost-effective and secure information services in support of corporate systems aligned with business strategies and requirements.
- Ensure that there is an approved global IT architecture and plan covering the following: applications (centralized and distributed), computer hardware, networking and infrastructure, voice and data communications technology, and security. Determine those aspects of information technology that will be satisfied by internal vs. external resources.
- Support the overarching objective of global standardization of information technology solutions, identify and justify exceptions to global standards.
- Facilitate information systems investments and improvements which will contribute to overall business process improvements. Maintain awareness of emerging technology trends to achieve appropriate introduction rate and timing of new technology..
- Creation and execution of security strategies that will increase the efficiency of IT systems.
- Directing crisis management by investigating the cause of a security breach and implementing the right solutions including an appropriate disaster recovery plan(s).
- Overseeing vulnerability audits, penetration tests and forensic IT investigations, ensuring that any outcomes are understood and applied.
- Responsible for physical security controls that are designed to prevent unauthorized personnel from gaining physical access to sensitive components.
- Lead global implementation and support for key application software used throughout the company including its ERP systems (SAP), engineering systems, various cloud-based software for CRM/CPQ, etc.
- IT Global Talent Management – responsible for the assessment, recruitment and development of global IT positions
Key Competencies:
- Up-to-date knowledge of latest IT technology
- Project management skills
- Device management experience
- Disaster recovery experience
- Problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Knowledge of best practices regarding cybersecurity technology and implementation
Education/Experience/Training:
- Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical discipline, MBA a plus.
- 15+ years total IT experience with minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar global position.
- Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferable.
- Ability to lead global teams across organizational boundaries, as required, without explicit formal supervisory authority.
Leadership role utilizing SAP tools (S4/HANA)