Business Transformation Manager

• Support execution of the SDI strategic roadmap and associated business priorities
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable programs, roadmaps, and measurable outcomes
• Align SDI transformation initiatives with the broader Secure Issuance strategic direction
• Partner closely with the Secure Issuance Strategy organization to ensure consistency and alignment of priorities
• Establish governance structures, milestone tracking, and executive reporting mechanisms
• Monitor business performance against strategic objectives and OKRs

Business Transformation

• Lead complex cross-functional transformation initiatives across Operations, Engineering, Finance, HR, IT, Sales, Marketing, and Service functions
• Drive organizational alignment, process optimization, and adoption of new ways of working
• Develop and execute change management and communication plans to support successful implementation
• Ensure transformation initiatives deliver measurable business value and sustainable results
• Facilitate collaboration across business units, regions, and functional teams

Acquisition Integration & Growth Initiatives

• Lead integration planning and execution activities associated with acquired businesses, strategic partnerships, and other growth initiatives
• Coordinate cross-functional integration workstreams including Finance, HR, IT, Operations, Engineering, Sales, Service, and Marketing
• Develop integration roadmaps, governance structures, synergy tracking, and value-realization plans
• Drive organizational alignment while operating within regulatory, customer, contractual, security, or operational constraints
• Support acquisition evaluations through business case development, due diligence activities, and transition planning
• Capture and institutionalize integration best practices to establish a repeatable SDI integration framework for future growth opportunities

Operational Excellence & Organizational Development

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve organizational effectiveness, collaboration models, and operational performance
• Support harmonization of processes, systems, and ways of working across the SDI organization
• Facilitate implementation of scalable operating models that support business growth
• Promote continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across teams and locations

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong partnerships with executive leadership, functional leaders, and operational teams
• Prepare executive presentations, business reviews, and strategic communications
• Lead steering committees, workshops, governance meetings, and transformation reviews
• Drive employee engagement and alignment around strategic priorities and organizational changes

Primary Duties

• Act as a trusted advisor to the VP, Head of SDI on transformation, integration, and strategic execution initiatives
• Serve as the central coordinator for major cross-functional transformation programs
• Drive accountability across strategic workstreams and business initiatives
• Ensure visibility of risks, dependencies, decisions, and actions across leadership teams
• Support future growth initiatives and organizational evolution across the SDI portfolio
• Maintain strong alignment with the Secure Issuance Strategy organization while focusing on dedicated SDI priorities and execution, * Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted

HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum 7 years of experience in transformation, program management, operations leadership, consulting, corporate development, or business strategy execution
• Demonstrated success leading complex cross-functional business initiatives
• Experience managing organizational change and stakeholder engagement
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and influencing skills
• Ability to operate effectively within international and multicultural environments
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally up to 40%

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree
• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, business integrations, or corporate development initiatives
• Experience in manufacturing, technology, identity, security, government, or other highly regulated industries
• Familiarity with change management methodologies and integration frameworks
• Experience operating within a global matrix organization

• Competitive salary and rewards package
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance
• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

IAI Industrial Systems is a leading supplier of advanced systems for the global security printing market, developing and manufacturing high-end solutions for passports, identity cards and banknotes. As part of HID Global, we operate in an international, high-tech environment where multidisciplinary collaboration is key., HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo

Secure Issuance (SI):

Secure Issuance, part of HID Global, offers the world’s broadest and most sophisticated portfolio of card printers, laser engravers, encoders and software. For more than 25 years, organizations across a variety of industries - from enterprise corporations and government agencies to financial institutions and universities - have relied on HID Global Secure Issuance for the custom personalization and issuance of secure identity credentials and financial cards. With a history of pioneering patented technologies and expertise, business integrity and long-standing customer confidence, HID Global is a global leader in secure card issuance innovation.