VP, Information Technology

VP, Information Technology (Hybrid)Your Career. Your Impact. Our Future.At Oregon Tool, Inc., every Team Member drives our success. Your growth fuels our progress, empowering you to take initiative, share your ideas, and help shape what's next. With a long history of innovation and a pioneering spirit, we're a global team built on humility, grit, and collaboration where every voice is valued and every contribution matters. If you're ready to bring your perspective and thrive in a people-first culture, join us and make an impact.HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT:As the VP, Information Technology for a dynamic, private equity-owned manufacturing enterprise, you will be the architect of digital transformation - championing a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and continuous improvement. You will lead the evolution of business information systems, leveraging emerging technologies and agile methodologies to drive competitive advantage and operational excellence. Your vision will shape the future of our digital landscape, ensuring our systems are resilient, scalable, and aligned with both current and future business needs.This role is for a visionary leader who drives a fast-paced, transformative environment and is passionate about shaping the future of technology through relentless innovation and improvement.THE DETAILS:Innovation Leadership:Identify and implement breakthrough technologies that enhance business performanceFoster a culture of experimentation and rapid prototyping across IT and business teamsCollaborate with executive leadership to position technology as a strategic enablerContinuous Improvement & Agility:Embed Lean and Agile principles to accelerate delivery and maximize valueUse data-driven insights and customer feedback to iterate on systems and processesLead forums and steering committees to surface opportunities for enhancementBusiness Process Transformation:Champion cross-functional process reengineering using digital toolsDevelop high-impact proposals with clear value analysisAlign closely with Lean teams to ensure measurable outcomeReliability & Resilience:Ensure integrity, performance, and security of all business systemsManage upgrades, disaster recovery, and cybersecurity proactivelyEstablish robust policies for data security and user trainingStrategic Technology Investment:Drive investments that balance current needs with future scalabilityEvaluate sourcing options and negotiate favorable contractsOptimize total cost of ownership and minimize riskTalent Development & Culture:Build and lead a high-performing IT organizationPromote a culture of learning, adaptability, and collaborationSet ambitious goals and empower teams to challenge the status quoUse key performance indicators to track progress and implement countermeasures for continuous growthQUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:Bachelor's degree in a related field required; MBA preferred10+ years of progressive leadership in information systems, with a track record of driving innovation and managing complex projectsProven success managing diverse teams managers, analysts, programmers and support staffExceptional business acumen and communication skills - effective written and verbal communication skills; able to express oneself clearly and in technical and non-technical termsDeep understanding of manufacturing technologies and deployment methodologiesCollaborative and effective team player and able to work with teams who are globally dispersedCore competencies: Continuous learning, flexibility, customer focus, quality commitment, and relationship-buildingProficiency in Microsoft Office and data management software SAP (preferred)Available for domestic and international travel (up to 20%)At Oregon Tool, we provide a reasonable, good-faith estimate of the compensation range for this role of $240,000 to $260,000. Final offers are based on various factors such as experience, skills, qualifications and internal equity. This range may vary based on geographic location where the position is filled, and most new hires are not typically hired at the top of the range.WHAT WE OFFER:Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits available on day one (no waiting period)401k matching (100% of first 3%, 50% of next 3% = 4.5% match on 6% contribution)Paid holidays and earn up to 120 hours vacation during your first year of serviceOne paid Community Involvement Day available per calendar yearGlobal company with small company feelCasual work attireComplimentary snack and coffee/tea to keep you fueledOnsite cafeteria offering a variety of convenient optionsOnsite Physical TherapistOnsite Fitness centerPublic Transit accessWHO WE ARE:Oregon Tool, Inc. is a global, premium-branded, aftermarket-driven precision-cutting tool platform. At Oregon Tool, it is our goal to create, cultivate and sustain a global, inclusive people-first culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our Team Members, customers, and communities. We welcome applications from all skilled individuals, including those from groups traditionally underrepresented, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company #SharperTogether.