Job Description

About Us

We are a global innovator in advanced manufacturing and industrial technology, powering mission-critical operations across aerospace, automotive, energy, high-tech, and large-scale production environments. Our platforms combine automation, cloud connectivity, data intelligence, robotics, and operational excellence to optimize productivity and accelerate digital transformation.

Our organization drives the next era of connected factories, predictive operations, and intelligent supply chains. Through a robust ecosystem of manufacturing facilities, digital platforms, and advanced analytics, we deliver the tools that help enterprises operate smarter, faster, and with greater precision.

We believe operations technology is not just a support function—it is the strategic engine that enables efficiency, scalability, safety, and innovation at global scale. As Senior Vice President, Operations Technology, you will shape how our organization integrates technology with operations, driving enterprise transformation and influencing corporate direction across multi-billion-dollar business lines.

This is an opportunity to lead with impact, oversee complex technology ecosystems, and shape the future of global operations in an environment that values excellence, innovation, and visionary leadership.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Enterprise Operations Technology Leadership: Lead strategy and execution of operations technology across global manufacturing sites, distribution centers, and operational platforms.

• Digital Transformation: Drive Industry 4.0 initiatives, automation, IoT integration, robotics enablement, and advanced analytics programs.

• Global Systems Oversight: Oversee MES, ERP, SCADA, warehouse systems, predictive maintenance technologies, and digital workflow systems.

• Operational Efficiency: Implement technology enhancements to improve cycle times, reduce downtime, increase throughput, and elevate quality performance.

• Innovation & R&D Alignment: Partner with Engineering and R&D to integrate new technologies into production and supply chain operations.

• Cyber & Risk Governance: Ensure OT (Operations Technology) cybersecurity, resilience, and compliance with global standards.

• Vendor & Partnership Management: Manage large-scale technology partners, integrators, and infrastructure vendors to maximize ROI.

• Team Leadership: Build and mentor cross-functional global teams across engineering, technology, automation, and digital operations.

• Executive Reporting: Present insights, performance metrics, and investment recommendations to C-Suite and Board committees.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive leadership in operations technology, manufacturing systems, automation, or industrial engineering, including senior executive roles.

• Expertise in Industry 4.0, IoT, MES, SCADA, ERP, automation solutions, and large-scale digital operations.

• Proven background in advanced manufacturing, industrial technology, aerospace, automotive, or energy sectors.

• Strong command of OT cybersecurity, data governance, and global compliance frameworks.

• Experience managing multi-site global operations and complex technology environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Manufacturing, or related field; Master’s or MBA preferred.

• Strong executive communication skills with Board-level presentation experience.

Personal Capabilities and Qualifications

• Strategic thinker who can convert long-range goals into operational initiatives.

• Deeply analytical with strong command of operational KPIs, production data, and digital performance metrics.

• Ability to lead high-performance teams across geographies with clarity, empathy, and authority.

• Comfortable navigating highly complex operations and large-scale digital ecosystems.

• Strong problem-solver with resilience to drive change in fast-moving, high-visibility environments.

• Executive presence with ability to influence investment decisions and enterprise direction.

Strategic Support

• Act as a strategic advisor to the COO, CTO, CIO, and executive committee on operational technology capability, investment planning, and enterprise digital transformation.

• Support M&A integration, manufacturing modernization, and global expansion strategies.

• Influence capital allocation decisions, infrastructure upgrades, and long-term operational roadmaps.

• Partner with Product and Engineering teams on innovative solutions that enhance operational scalability and product performance.

Working Conditions

• Remote role with occasional travel to global operational sites, leadership summits, and strategic planning sessions.

• Requires flexibility to collaborate across international time zones.

• High-accountability, high-visibility executive environment.

• Work involves virtual engagement with cross-functional global teams, operations leaders, and technology groups.

Job Function

• Oversees global operations technology, digital transformation, automation, systems integration, and manufacturing technology initiatives.

• Directs investments, modernization strategies, and enterprise-wide digital operations excellence programs.

• Ensures technology creates scalable, efficient, and resilient operational performance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $284,000 – $312,000

• Incentives: Executive bonus program tied to operational performance

• Long-Term Incentives: Equity, stock options, or LTIP based on eligibility

• Executive Benefits: Premium healthcare, retirement plans, paid executive leave, and global leadership development access

• Additional benefits may include wellness programs, technology stipends, and continuous-learning budgets

Why Join Us

• Impact at Scale: Lead operations technology for a global enterprise shaping the future of Industry 4.0.

• Innovation Leadership: Work with cutting-edge automation, AI, robotics, and digital manufacturing systems.

• Executive Influence: Direct access to C-Suite and Board-level strategy discussions.

• Career Growth: Opportunity to transform operational ecosystems across continents.

• Remote-Friendly Culture: High flexibility with full executive autonomy and resources.

• Purpose-Driven Mission: Play a central role in building smarter, safer, and more efficient global operations.