Director - Digital Technology

Director of Digital Technology

Overview
A leading manufacturer is seeking a seasoned Director of Digital Technology to lead the digital transformation efforts of a key business unit. This senior-level position will be responsible for driving technology strategy, innovation, and operational excellence across manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT leadership, manufacturing environments, and a proven ability to align technology initiatives with business outcomes.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity to shape the digital future of a high-impact operation, overseeing both strategic planning and the execution of cutting-edge technologies such as MES/SCADA, IoT, AI/ML, and smart manufacturing tools.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for the digital technology function within a core business unit, overseeing a team of 20+ direct and indirect reports.

Ensure uptime, reliability, and performance of mission-critical systems across product design, manufacturing, and aftermarket operations.

Represent the business unit in communications with executive leadership, translating technology goals into business value.

Lead initiatives to advance digital maturity, including the adoption of smart factory capabilities and Industry 4.0 innovations.

Collaborate with enterprise and segment leaders to define and execute a forward-looking digital strategy roadmap.

Oversee IT financial management practices including budgeting, ROI analysis, and performance optimization.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and cybersecurity protocols.

Act as a change agent to support strategic transformation and digital enablement across manufacturing and enterprise operations.

Promote best practices in IT operations, project execution, architecture, and digital infrastructure.

Required Skills

Proven leadership experience managing both in-person and remote technical teams.

Strong business acumen and ability to communicate effectively with C-suite executives.

Deep understanding of manufacturing environments, including end-to-end processes from product development through aftermarket support.

Demonstrated experience with systems such as ERP and MES (e.g., JD Edwards, SCADA).

Track record of leading enterprise-wide IT initiatives and digital transformation efforts.

Expertise in IT governance, cybersecurity, financial planning, and digital risk mitigation.

Strong interpersonal skills including negotiation, storytelling, public speaking, and team coaching.

Preferred Qualifications

Master?s degree in a relevant field.

Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Background in deploying or maintaining Industry 4.0 solutions, smart factory technologies, or advanced analytics platforms.

Familiarity with agile frameworks, strategic planning, and change management.

How to Apply
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume for confidential review. Our team will follow up with qualified applicants to discuss the role and next steps in more detail.