Chief Information Officer

Your Role

As Chief Information Officer you will report directly to the CEO and be a member of the senior leadership team, responsible for leading the overall strategic direction for Promega's IT department. You will lead the IT team which is responsible for supporting Promega's business operations, maintaining network and data security, managing data, providing technical support, implementing new technologies, ensuring compliance, and facilitating communication.

Job Objective

As a member of the senior leadership team, the Chief Information Officer is responsible for leading the overall strategic direction for Promega's IT department. Responsible for the innovation, development, and deployment of IT plans to further Promega's enterprise initiatives, with a focus on building lasting capabilities, systems, and shared knowledge. This position will collaborate and communicate with all project stakeholders to ensure the delivery of IT solutions to meet business needs.

Core Duties

• Strategic Leadership: Co-create the technology roadmap with the CEO and fellow executives. Develop and execute a comprehensive IT strategy that aligns with the overall business strategy. Lead digital transformation initiatives.
• AI Strategy and Fluency: Make AI a lasting organizational capability. Move the company from AI adoption to AI fluency across science, manufacturing, commercial, and corporate functions.
• Knowledge Systems and Information Access: Build knowledge systems that preserve and compound what Promega learns. Guide the shift from information that is gated by default to information that is open by default, with strong security and appropriate boundaries.
• Technology Management: Oversee the development and implementation of new technological systems and infrastructure, including ERP, application integration, and global e-commerce. Ensure continuous evolution and scalability of technology.
• Team Leadership and Development: Lead, motivate, and develop a high performing IT team. Oversee all IT teams to ensure business goals for security, reliability, and service levels are met. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Cost Management: Manage IT costs effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources. Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining technology excellence and efficiency.
• Risk Management and Compliance: Ensure the security of IT systems and data, mitigating risks, and adhering to legal and regulatory compliance. Develop robust disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a member of the executive team and take part in long-term business growth strategy. Work closely with other executives to integrate IT with business strategies. Communicate technology direction clearly to executives and employees worldwide.
• Vendor and Partner Management: Establish and maintain relationships with external vendors and partners. Negotiate contracts and manage service agreements.
• Demonstrates inclusion through their own words and actions and is accountable for a safe workspace.
• Embracing and being open to incorporating Promega's 6 Emotional & Social Intelligence (ESI) core principles in daily work.
• Understands and complies with ethical, legal and regulatory requirements applicable to our business.

Key Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in a technical area such as Computer Science, Technology Management, Operations Management, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience.
• 15+ years' experience in information technology in a medium to large-scale, fast-paced operation with at least 5 years' experience in leadership.
• Experience in global commerce, global IT and multi-national business and regulatory practices.
• Demonstrated experience in major corporate project management, process restructuring and change management.
• Strong working knowledge and background in software application development, ERP systems, network and server technologies, databases, and IT operations management and support.
• Significant experience with application integration to legacy systems, web e-commerce, and web communication/collaboration experience.
• Proven ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with other executives and shareholders.
• Has changed how work gets done with AI and can describe a concrete example.
• Builds things that outlast the task, such as tools, methods, and shared knowledge that others can pick up and build on.
• Thinks in terms of stewardship and legacy, and is energized by leaving an organization stronger for those who follow.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and with evolving organizational structures.

Preferred Qualifications

• A working knowledge of the biotechnology or life sciences industries.

Physical Demands

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.