About the role

  • Director of IT leading SAP systems and digital transformation initiatives for industrial and specialty sectors. Managing IT demand, operational performance, and team leadership across the organization.

Responsibilities

  • Own operational performance and continuous improvement of SAP and associated systems supporting the Industrial & Specialty segment
  • Collaborate with shared service teams to ensure system reliability, data integrity, and support performance
  • Serve as the primary IT partner to the Industrial & Specialty segment leadership team
  • Translate segment strategies into IT initiatives aligned with enterprise architecture and digital roadmaps
  • Own the IT demand management process, ensuring projects are prioritized based on business value and operational impact
  • Accountable and Lead key IT programs and projects within the Industrial & Specialty segment, including ERP improvements, AI/automation pilots, and business integration initiatives
  • Take accountability for successful execution of strategic programs, delivering on scope, timeline, and budget commitments
  • Own & Drive cross-functional alignment between business, IT, and external vendors
  • Lead a segment-aligned IT team (direct or matrixed), fostering a customer-focused, delivery-oriented culture
  • Manage vendor relationships for segment-relevant services and platforms
  • Support talent development, succession planning, and upskilling within the IT organization
  • Oversee IT budget planning and performance management for the Industrial & Specialty segment
  • Participate in enterprise IT governance bodies, representing segment interests and aligning with broader strategies
  • Normal expected travel is approximately 30%, higher for key projects

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related technology / engineering degree, or equivalent experience
  • 12+ years in Information Technology
  • Minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership role supporting industrial or manufacturing businesses
  • Proven experience managing SAP ERP platforms ( ECC & S/4 HANA)
  • Track record of leading digital transformation and large-scale IT projects within a business unit or division
  • Preferred Skills and Experience MBA or Masters degree in related technology field
  • Knowledge of ITIL, PMO, CMM and Six Sigma methodologies and standards
  • Chemical Industry experience

Benefits

  • competitive base salary
  • generous performance related bonus plan
  • 401k plan with company matching
  • Life Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • 9 holidays
  • collaborative culture that promotes continuous improvement
  • strong and unified culture
  • transparent management

Job title

Director, Information Technology

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

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