Senior IT Strategy & M&A Operations Leader

Patrick Industries, Inc.; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Patrick Industries, Inc. is seeking a Senior Director of IT Strategy & Operations in Elkhart, IN to lead enterprise IT strategy, governance, and M&A integration. The role partners with Corporate Development, Legal, Finance, and business units to deliver transformation across platforms, data, and cybersecurity.

The candidate will design operating models aligned to four IT pillars, build scalable governance, and drive cost optimization while ensuring business continuity during complex integrations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Business, or related field.
• 12+ years of relevant IT experience.
• 8+ years of leadership experience in IT strategy, portfolio management, M&A integration, or vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end IT strategy for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, including pre-deal due diligence and post-close integration.
• Own Patrick IT portfolio management, including intake, prioritization, sequencing, and governance of programs and projects.
• Establish portfolio governance forums, decision rights, and stage-gate processes to ensure disciplined investment decisions.
• Define and drive Day 1, Day 100, and long-term integration milestones, ensuring business continuity.

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Patrick Industries, Inc. is seeking a Senior Director of IT Strategy & Operations in Elkhart, IN to lead enterprise IT strategy, governance, and M&A integration. The role partners with Corporate Development, Legal, Finance, and business units to deliver transformation across platforms, data, and cybersecurity.

The candidate will design operating models aligned to four IT pillars, build scalable governance, and drive cost optimization while ensuring business continuity during complex integrations.