SVP Technology Solutions

Simply Driven Executive Search; United States; Sur place; USD 150 000 - 250 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an executive leader for customer-facing logistics technology in the United States. The role emphasizes managing the end-to-end technology lifecycle within a complex multi-region 3PL environment, with a strong focus on large-scale WMS implementations. Ideal candidates will have over 15 years of experience in logistics technology and proven ability in leading large teams. This position requires strategic execution, cross-functional collaboration, and strong relationship management skills.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in 3PL, supply chain, or logistics technology.
• Proven track record of leading distributed teams and managing large-scale implementations.
• Deep expertise in warehouse management systems, particularly Blue Yonder and Manhattan.

Responsabilités

• Define and execute regional technology strategy for customer-facing logistics.
• Lead large-scale WMS deployments ensuring standardization across regions.
• Drive cross-functional alignment between Technology, Operations, and Sales.

Connaissances

Leadership in logistics technology

Expertise in WMS

Operational excellence

Relationship management

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic execution

Outils

Blue Yonder

Manhattan

Description du poste

• Serve as the executive leader responsible for customer-facing technology across a complex, multi-region 3PL logistics environment, ensuring solutions are scalable, reliable, and aligned with operational delivery
• Own the end-to-end technology lifecycle for warehouse, fulfillment, and customer platforms, with a strong emphasis on WMS (e.g., Blue Yonder, Manhattan) implementations, integrations, and optimization
• Act as the senior technology partner to Operations and Commercial leadership, ensuring alignment between customer commitments, solution design, and execution
• Lead a large, distributed organization of senior leaders (Directors/VPs) across applications, client support, and implementations, driving accountability and performance at scale
• Serve as the executive point of contact for customers during implementations, escalations, and ongoing operations, protecting relationships and ensuring successful delivery

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the regional technology strategy for customer-facing logistics platforms, aligning with global roadmaps and business growth objectives
• Lead large-scale WMS deployments and multi-site implementations, ensuring standardization, governance, and consistent delivery excellence across regions
• Partner closely with Sales and Solution Design teams to validate technical feasibility, pricing assumptions, and implementation readiness
• Drive cross-functional alignment between Technology, Operations, and Sales, bridging gaps between commercial commitments and operational execution
• Oversee technology program delivery, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to customer expectations
• Build and maintain strong executive-level customer relationships, acting as the senior escalation point and trusted advisor
• Establish and enforce implementation methodologies, operating discipline, and performance standards across a large, geographically dispersed team
• Lead evaluation and adoption of new technologies, including automation, integrations, and digital enablement within logistics environments

Requirements & Leadership Profile

• 15+ years of executive-level experience in 3PL, supply chain, or logistics technology, with deep exposure to customer-facing platforms and operations
• Proven experience leading leaders—managing large, distributed teams through senior-level direct reports while driving alignment and accountability
• Deep expertise in warehouse management systems (WMS), including large-scale implementations, migrations, and integrations (Blue Yonder, Manhattan strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex, high-stakes implementations and stabilize delivery in fast-paced, customer-driven environments
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance customer expectations, operational realities, and technology capabilities
• Executive presence with the ability to influence at the C-suite level, communicate complex concepts clearly, and build trust with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience working across global organizations, managing competing priorities, and driving consistency across regions
• Track record of driving operational excellence, standardization, and continuous improvement within large-scale technology and logistics environments