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Vice President - Head of Global IT

Cincinnati, Ohio Permanent USD250,000 - USD300,000 per year View Job Description
The Vice President Head of Global IT will lead the global information technology function driving business and digital transformation. This individual will develop and implement an integrated technology strategy across infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, data analytics, AI, and automation to improve operational excellence and customer service. This person will also lead a Global Capability Center.
  • Global IT Leader driving digital transformation and AI
  • Growing company through organic growth and M&A

About Our Client

Our client for the Vice President Head of Global IT opportunity is a global manufacturing and materials company. The organization is heavily investing in new markets, new technology, and they are growing through organic and inorganic growth.

Job Description

  • Develop and execute the global IT strategy, architecture, and technology roadmap.
  • Ensure reliable, secure, and scalable infrastructure across cloud, network, workplace, and endpoint environments.
  • Oversee service availability, disaster recovery, business continuity, and operational performance.
  • Manage strategic technology vendors, contracts, and the overall IT budget.
  • Lead enterprise cybersecurity, governance, risk management, and compliance programs.
  • Protect company data, systems, and digital assets through effective security controls and monitoring.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance and drive a security-first culture across the organization.
  • Oversee incident response, threat management, and information governance.
  • Drive business process improvement through SAP optimization, automation, and AI-enabled solutions.
  • Identify and prioritize digital initiatives that improve productivity, quality, and customer experience.
  • Establish governance and standards for automation and emerging technologies.
  • Deliver measurable business value from technology investments.
  • Define data strategy, governance, and data quality standards.
  • Build analytics capabilities that enable informed decision-making and operational insights.
  • Promote self-service reporting, advanced analytics, and AI-driven business intelligence.
  • Foster a data-driven culture across the enterprise.
  • Lead and develop a high-performing global IT organization, including shared services and offshore operations.
  • Establish scalable operating models, service management processes, and workforce development programs.
  • Drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and strong stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Optimize technology spending and vendor performance.
  • Partner with executive and business leaders to align technology initiatives with strategic objectives.
  • Lead digital transformation programs and enterprise change management efforts.
  • Oversee technology portfolios, investment prioritization, and delivery governance.
  • Develop, lead, and retain high-performing global technology teams.
  • Communicate technology strategy, risks, and business outcomes to senior leadership and the Board.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or related required
  • Masters or MBA preferred
  • 15 plus years of experience in progressing IT leadership roles across multiple regions or globally
  • 5 years of experience managing enterprise platforms SAP and large transformation programs
  • Must have experience in manufacturing and industrials sectors - open to sub sector - food and beverage, automotive, personal care, CPG, chemicals, aerospace, packaging etc.
  • Strategic leadership with experience setting a vision and leading execution across multiple regions and cultures
  • Deep knowledge of cybersecurity and risk management and enterprise architecture
  • SAP expertise
  • Proven track record in cybersecurity governance, cloud migrations, and automation/AI scale
  • Strong financial acumen and negotiation skills, contract management and cost optimization
  • Ability to influence - stakeholder management, executive communications and working with cross functional teams
  • Ability to build and lead high performing teams driving coaching, mentoring and succession planning

What's on Offer

Base salary $250,000 - $300,000, bonus and incentives, vacation, full benefits, 401K, holidays. Opportunity to work for a global company that is growing through organic growth and through M&A driving change management.

Contact
John Wu
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7135350

Job summary

Sector
Information Technology
Sub Sector
Senior IT Management
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Cincinnati
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
John Wu
Job Reference
JN-102026-7135350
 

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