Director, Information Systems
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Job description
Our client, a leader in the technology and services space, is seeking a Director of Information Systems to join their team. As the Director of Information Systems, you will be responsible for the operational leadership and delivery of enterprise business systems, data, analytics, and reporting platforms. You will play a critical role in ensuring system stability, scalability, and alignment with business processes and decision-making. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, data governance expertise, and enterprise systems experience to succeed in a collaborative, fast-paced environment., Enterprise Systems Support -Lead operational delivery of enterprise application initiatives, including system administration, configuration, integration support, data migration, and user adoption across ERP, reporting, and planning platforms
Support change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of enterprise applications
Data & Reporting Support-Guide development and maintenance of dashboards and operational reports
Ensure reporting solutions align with data standards and visualization best practices
Support data accuracy and usability through collaboration with data stakeholders
Data Governance Execution-Establish and enforce data governance policies and standards
Ensure data quality, compliance, and reporting integrity through monitoring and remediation
Identify data risks and escalate issues with recommended solutions
AI Enablement & Tool Adoption
Drive implementation and operational adoption of approved AI tools and platforms
Provide guidance on practical AI usage aligned with organizational strategy and governance
Monitor emerging technologies and recommend opportunities to leadership
Team Leadership & Development
Manage and mentor IT staff, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Support talent development through coaching, training, and performance management
Assist with workforce planning and skill development
Technology Operations & Execution
Translate IT strategy into operational plans, milestones, and deliverables within enterprise applications
Monitor system performance and identify opportunities for optimization
Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership for prioritization and decision-making
Financial & Vendor Management
Support budget management through cost tracking and forecasting
Assist with vendor management, including contract oversight, performance monitoring, and renewals
Contribute to vendor evaluations and negotiations
What's Needed?
Requirements
Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred
Minimum 10 years of experience leading IT teams and initiatives
Advanced Excel skills for data management, reporting, and analysis
Experience with ERP implementations (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar systems)
Strong Power BI development experience, including DAX
Knowledge of data governance and compliance practices
Experience working with relational databases (preferred)
Exposure to AI technologies and automation initiatives
Leadership & Business Skills
Proven ability to build and develop high-performing teams
Experience managing budgets and cost optimization
Vendor management and contract negotiation experience
Strong communication and leadership capabilities
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities under pressure
Strategic mindset with the ability to analyze beyond surface-level data
Benefits & conditions
Competitive compensation package
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off and company holidays