Director of IT, Water Business

Description

• Partner with global Infrastructure and Applications teams to design, implement, and optimize standardized enterprise systems and applications worldwide.
• Develop and manage the global ICT budget, ensuring transparency, accountability, and alignment of costs across all business units.
• Establish and enforce ITSM (ITIL) best practices to deliver high-quality, consistent user support through global Helpdesk and Desktop Support teams.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external partners, vendors, and service providers worldwide to deliver effective, secure, and scalable IT solutions.
• Lead prioritization and governance of global IT project demand, providing executive guidance on technology strategies, innovation, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Provide global leadership for IT systems, infrastructure, and projects across all regions, ensuring alignment with business strategy and corporate standards.
• Provide visionary leadership and professional development opportunities for the global IT team, fostering a culture of innovation, service excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Direct the global deployment and management of engineering CAD and PLM systems, such as Windchill, supporting product development and lifecycle processes across regions.
• Build and maintain strong IT–business relationships across all regions by delivering timely updates, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Oversee the implementation, integration, and continuous support of enterprise applications, including Dynamics AX and other ERP platforms, to drive operational excellence.

Requirements

• Knowledge and practical application of ITIL (IT Service Management) principles in an international environment.
• Ability to lead, collaborate, and influence at all levels of the organization, including executive leadership, while navigating complex global structures.
• Proven experience in global project management; PMP certification or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Ideally located home base close to NDS manufacturing or distribution site.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, evaluate, and implement IT solutions to address complex business challenges in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field required; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience within a multi-site, multinational manufacturing organization.
• Fast-paced environment requiring cross-functional collaboration.
• Access to manufacturing and warehouse environments including inside and outside storage space which may be noisy and dirty.
• Broad knowledge of global ERP solutions (Oracle, SAP, Baan, Axapta, etc.); hands-on experience with Syspro and Dynamics AX is highly desirable.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders across diverse geographies and cultures.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance