Global VP of IT Applications & Architecture (US, UK, EU, So. Africa)

MRINetwork; France; À distance; EUR 140 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading global Chemical Manufacturing company is seeking a VP of IT Applications & Architecture to lead their IT Strategies. This role focuses on driving operational excellence, overseeing a large IT team, and ensuring the integration of systems globally. The candidate must have extensive experience in the Chemicals, Mining, and Oil & Gas sectors, coupled with a strong leadership and collaborative style. Offering an attractive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities.

Prestations

401K with generous match

Lucrative base and bonus

Excellent company culture and values

Complete benefits package

Relocation assistance available

Qualifications

• Must have at least 10 years of experience managing IT teams.
• Experience in Chemicals, Mining, or Oil & Gas industries required.
• Familiarity with SAP ERP solutions is mandatory.

Responsabilités

• Lead a team of 100+ IT professionals.
• Establish and manage IT Applications technology roadmap.
• Participate in global IT/OT convergence program.

Connaissances

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Team Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Change Management

Formation

10+ years of experience in IT

Outils

SAP ERP

Business Transformation

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24.06.2025

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08.08.2025

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Job Description:

Position Title: VP of IT Applications & Architecture - Location: Remote office in the UK, EU, or South Africa. Or Hybrid from CT, TX, OK, MS in USA.
- Compensation: Lucrative base and bonus, long term incentives, full benefits (plus relo is available)
- Industry: Chemicals, Mining, Oil & Gas (upstream)
- Company: Publicly held 3.5B global Chemical Manufacturing company- Type : Full-time position
- Position id: 1711

Explore an exceptional career growth opportunity..

One of our clients has retained us to find an experienced Global IT Applications leader. It is a VP role that will lead the IT Applications organization while also actively participating in the architecture and deployment of their strategic IT/OT convergence and business transformation programs. This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the most innovative companies in the Chemicals industry. They are a publicly held 3.5B per year company that is a leading global provider of specialized chemicals. They mine and process rare minerals and they manufacture a broad range of products that we see in everyday products. Today, they are one of the top global producers in their space, with over 7,000 employees with major operations in 9 countries around the world.

The Role

The VP - IT Applications & Architecture will be an active participant in developing, implementing, and managing information technology strategies and initiatives. The position will be responsible for leading the Global IT Applications function which drives operational excellence, through simplification, standardization, automation, optimization and security. The VP - IT Applications is responsible for Global IT Systems including ERP (SAP), HRIS, Manufacturing Execution Systems, Digital Control Systems, Industrial Control Systems, Interfaces, Business Warehouse and Data Analysis, Financial Consolidation and other systems required to run their global integrated business.

• Leading and inspiring a team of 100+ IT professionals and IT contractors responsible for the continuing enhancement, and platform maintenance while maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations and controls
• Acting as the technology partner for both IT and businesses teams across the organization
• Planning, establishing, and realizing the global IT Applications technology roadmap
• Establishing global standards for IT Applications across the company
• Managing necessary upgrades and enhancement of existing applications
• Planning and managing the budget processes for IT projects, maintenance, expense management
• Participating in the global implementation of the companys strategic IT/OT converge program.

Exciting things about this opportunity

• Work for a growing and innovative industry leader in the Chemicals industry
• Senior strategic VP role that is driving high impact across the global organization (excellent career growth opportunity)
• Excellent company culture and values
• Highly compensated role (salary, bonus, LTI), excellent benefits, 401K with generous match

Qualifications

• Must have at least 10 years of experience managing IT teams responsible for architecture, systems development, systems support, compliance and automation
• Must have experience working for a global company in the Chemicals, Mining, or Oil & Gas (upstream) industries -- and experience managing globally dispersed teams
• Must have at least 10 years of experience with SAP ERP solutions
• Must have experience in developing and leading Business Transformation initiatives
• Must have experience managing Application Managed Services outsourcing partners
• Must have a broad understanding of key business functions including production, maintenance, quality, commercial, finance, supply chain and HR
• Must have a collaborative management style. Ability to manage, coach, mentor and develop employees is a critical ingredient.
• Must have an excellent understanding of, and interest in, current and emerging technologies
• Must be an excellent team player - collaborates well with others to solve problems
• Must have excellent analytical skills - strong problem-solving skills; anticipates obstacles and develops plans to resolve
• Must be change oriented - actively generates process improvements; supports and drives change, and confronts difficult circumstances in creative ways
• Must be able to travel 10%-20% (domestic and international travel)

Company Culture: They are committed to their people, their customers, and their communities around the globe, and have a great focus on sustainability. From Australia to the U.S., from Europe to South Africa, from production sites to R&D labs, they bring the same passion to work in every location, everywhere, every day. They hire great people to do great things. They have a culture of positive values, open communication, collaboration, respect, and innovation.

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