Head of Enterprise Technology & Digital Strategy

Confidential Jobs; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing and supply chain enterprise is seeking a Head of Enterprise Technology & Digital Strategy to lead its global information systems. This role focuses on transformation and ERP modernization. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing IT teams in complex environments, delivering measurable impact, and overseeing multi-million dollar budgets. This is an executive-level position with the potential for significant influence. Travel required is approximately 25%.

Qualifications

• Led teams in complex manufacturing or logistics.
• Accountable for IS transformation in private-equity environments.
• Managed large teams across infrastructure and security.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global information systems function.
• Develop and scale AI/ML pilots across operations.
• Oversee technology budget and vendor strategies.

Skills

Global IT leadership in multi-site environments

ERP modernization experience

AI/ML rollout experience

Budget management of $10M+

Digital strategy translation

Experience with Oracle Fusion and JD Edwards

Tools

JD Edwards

UKG

Microsoft Azure

Job description

Head of Enterprise Technology & Digital Strategy

A manufacturing and supply chain business ($2B+ revenue, 10+ locations, 9 manufacturing plants) is hiring a senior technology executive to lead the global information systems function. The company is privately owned, US‑headquartered, and operates across regulated industries including personal care, food service, and consumer goods.

About the Role

This is a confidential executive search to replace or upgrade an incumbent, with a focus on transformation, AI enablement, and ERP modernization.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a 3‑year roadmap for enterprise systems, digital platforms, and data governance
• Oversee all core systems including ERP (JD Edwards), WMS (Logility), HCM (UKG), MES, and M365
• Develop and scale AI/ML pilots across manufacturing, finance, operations, and customer‑facing workflows
• Drive post‑merger technology integration and support digital transformation across 9 plants and multiple DCs
• Create an IS organizational structure to match scale, security, and innovation goals
• Oversee a multi‑million dollar technology budget (OPEX & CAPEX), vendor strategy, and insourcing/outsourcing decisions
• Implement scalable cybersecurity, DR/BCP, and compliance controls

Qualifications

• Led global IT or IS teams in complex, multi‑site manufacturing or logistics environments
• Delivered measurable impact through ERP modernization, AI/ML rollout, or data governance programs
• Reported to the CEO, President, or executive committee
• Worked in companies between $500M–$5B in revenue
• Managed budgets of $10M+ and teams of 40+ across infrastructure, apps, and security
• Translated business needs into digital strategies across supply chain, finance, HR, and operations
• Been accountable for IS transformation in a private‑equity, privately‑held, or family‑owned business
• Experience with systems like Oracle Fusion, JD Edwards, UKG, Microsoft Azure, MES platforms, or MDM tools

Required Skills

• Led global IT or IS teams in complex, multi‑site manufacturing or logistics environments
• Delivered measurable impact through ERP modernization, AI/ML rollout, or data governance programs
• Reported to the CEO, President, or executive committee
• Worked in companies between $500M–$5B in revenue
• Managed budgets of $10M+ and teams of 40+ across infrastructure, apps, and security
• Translated business needs into digital strategies across supply chain, finance, HR, and operations
• Been accountable for IS transformation in a private‑equity, privately‑held, or family‑owned business
• Experience with systems like Oracle Fusion, JD Edwards, UKG, Microsoft Azure, MES platforms, or MDM tools

Preferred Skills

• Direct executive visibility, with the mandate to scale digital systems from the ground up
• Opportunity to reshape legacy tech in a stable, profitable business with long‑term ownership
• Flexible location: preference for Midwest‑based candidates or those open to hybrid travel
• Confidential replacement of a senior leader — company is stable but ready for change

Travel: ~25% across US sites. Team size: 60+ global FTEs and contractors.

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Analyst and Quality Assurance

Industries

Software Development, Manufacturing, and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage