Director, IT Strategy, PMO & Governance

Hayward Holdings, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Hayward Holdings, Inc. seeks a Director of IT Governance & PMO to partner with the CIO in shaping the enterprise technology strategy and governance framework. You will lead the technology PMO, manage budgets, demand intake, and investment prioritization to deliver measurable business value.

The role oversees IT governance, performance reporting, and executive communications, while guiding vendor governance and capability development to support enterprise transformation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field required.
• Master’s degree in Technology, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in technology strategy, PMO leadership, and IT governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise IT governance and technology portfolio prioritization.
• Oversee the IT Project Management Office and program governance.
• Manage IT budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning with Finance.
• Steer technology M&A due diligence and post‑transaction integration planning.
• Develop executive dashboards and KPIs for technology programs and investments.

Skills

IT governance

PMO leadership

Portfolio management

Technology strategy

Vendor governance

Financial management

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IS/Engineering/Business

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Hayward Holdings, Inc. seeks a Director of IT Governance & PMO to partner with the CIO in shaping the enterprise technology strategy and governance framework. You will lead the technology PMO, manage budgets, demand intake, and investment prioritization to deliver measurable business value.

The role oversees IT governance, performance reporting, and executive communications, while guiding vendor governance and capability development to support enterprise transformation.