VP Information Technology

Republic Services, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Republic Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Vice President of Information Technology to lead large-scale IT operations and shape technology strategy in support of business objectives.

You will drive innovation, ensure high availability, and partner with the CIO leadership team to deliver value across the enterprise. Responsibilities include developing an integrated IT strategy, guiding digital transformation, building and mentoring a high-performing team, and managing budgets, vendor

Qualifications

• 15 years of progressive experience in senior technology leadership.
• Deep knowledge of IT strategy, digital transformation, and enterprise architecture.
• Proven ability to lead large teams and manage budgets, vendors, and governance.
• Strong communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements a comprehensive IT strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Leads digital transformation projects to modernize systems and processes.
• Builds and leads a high-performing IT team with mentorship.
• Oversees budgeting, vendor management, and portfolio governance.
• Ensures IT security, compliance, and reliable technology services.

Skills

Strategic IT leadership

IT strategy development

Digital transformation leadership

Team leadership & mentoring

Vendor and contract management

IT budgeting & financial management

Stakeholder communication

Enterprise architecture

ITIL governance

PMO & portfolio governance

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Vice President of Information Technology manages large-scale IT operations, develops and implements technology strategies, and drives innovation to support business objectives utilizing a deep understanding of current and emerging technologies, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. The incumbent will be responsible for overseeing portions of the IT strategy while ensuring enablement teams are producing innovative solutions that drive business value, projects are delivered on time and within budget, and activities remain in compliance with corporate policies and industry standards. As a member of the CIO's leadership team, the incumbent serves as an enterprise technology leader with the breadth, executive presence, and business acumen to assume expanded enterprise-wide responsibilities over time.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technology Strategy:

• Develops and implements a comprehensive IT strategy aligned with organizational goals.


• Identifies emerging technologies and trends to leverage for competitive advantage. Develop and oversees execution plans to meet those needs.


• Navigates and negotiates the conflict or gap between company operations and technological innovations.


• Drives innovation initiatives to improve business processes and customer experience.


• Ensures high availability and scalability of all IT resources.

Digital Transformation:

• Leads digital transformation projects to modernize systems and processes.


• Drives a culture of continuous improvement and digital innovation.


• Stays current with emerging technology and innovation trends to ensure the business remains competitive.

Team Leadership:

• Builds and leads a high-performing IT team, providing mentorship and guidance.


• Fosters collaboration across departments to achieve technology goals.


• Develops talent and ensures the team remains skilled and motivated.


• Leads organizational change within IT, including redesigning operating models, organizational structures, roles, and career ladders to improve accountability, speed, and delivery quality.


• Implements and institutionalizes best practices and frameworks (e.g., ITIL, Agile/product operating model, DevOps, SDLC, enterprise architecture, and PMO/portfolio governance) and drives their adoption across IT and the organization.


• Builds succession depth and a strong leadership bench across director and manager levels.

Enterprise Platforms and Portfolio Oversight:

• Owns the strategy, delivery, and ongoing operations of core enterprise business platforms.


• Oversees components of the enterprise integration architecture and drives modernization and retirement of legacy platforms.


• Leads technology solutions that enable field operations and frontline employees.


• Leads modernization of customer-facing and billing capabilities.


• Directly supports IT service management and operational excellence to deliver stable, reliable technology services.


• Oversees portfolio governance, emerging technology adoption, and technology integration for acquisitions.


• Manages strategic software and SaaS vendor relationships, licensing, and contracts.

Budgeting and Resource Management:

• Develops and manages the IT budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and ROI.


• Optimizes resource allocation and prioritizes IT initiatives based on business needs.


• Drives effective relationships with IT vendors and service providers.


• Manages a complex, blended resource model of FTEs, onshore contractors, offshore and nearshore delivery partners, managed service providers, and consulting firms; optimizes role mix, rates, location strategy, and vendor performance.


• Provides accurate forecasting and variance management for operating and capital budgets, and represents the portfolio in project change control and investment governance forums.


• Oversees elements of the IT Project Management Office (ITPMO), including project intake and prioritization, portfolio and capacity planning, delivery methodology and standards, status and risk reporting, benefits realization, and governance of the project change control board.


• Drives IT financial management, including annual operating and capital budget planning, monthly forecasting and estimate-at-completion (EAC) to budget variance analysis, labor and vendor cost tracking, capitalization, cost transparency (showback/chargeback) and partnership with finance and FP&A.

Information Security:

• Develops and enforces information security policies and procedures.


• Implement measures to safeguard data privacy and protect against cyber threats.


• Develop disaster recovery and business continuity plans.


• Partners with Cybersecurity, Internal Audit, and Compliance to maintain effective IT general controls (including SOX), change management, and audit remediation.

Other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

15 years of progressive experience in senior technology leadership