Director of Digital Transformation & Technology at World Class Industries

Hiawatha, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Jul, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Digital Transformation Strategy, Process Automation, IT Infrastructure Management, Project Management, Data Governance, Data Analytics, Vendor Management, Budget Management, Strategic Planning, Leadership, IoT, AI

Industry

Logistics;Transportation;Supply Chain and Storage

Description

Description WCI is committed to building a championship culture centered around caring, learning, and results that provides the benefits of a small family-owned company where each WCI’er is appreciated, able to make a difference, and work as a team. We are looking for new talent to join our IT team! We are looking for individuals who align with our core values: Agile Genuine Team Driven We offer: Individual medical coverage to our team members at no cost! Family plans are also available with a portion paid by team members Annual profit-sharing bonus Paid time off and paid holidays 401K with company match and safe harbor contributions Work environment focused on high quality and safety standards What you’ll be doing: Developing and implementing a comprehensive digital transformation strategy aligned with the company's business objectives Identifying opportunities for process automation and digital innovation to enhance operational efficiency Leading cross-functional teams to execute digital projects and initiatives Overseeing the IT department, ensuring robust and secure IT infrastructure while fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation Staying abreast of emerging technologies and assess their potential impact on the company. Ensuring the scalability and security of the company’s digital platforms and services Planning, executing, and monitoring digitalization projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget Collaborating with stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables Implementing data governance frameworks and ensure the integrity, security, and availability of data Utilizing data analytics to drive decision-making and improve business outcomes Managing relationships with external technology vendors and service providers Collaborating with internal stakeholders to align technology initiatives with business needs Developing and managing the technology budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources Evaluating and approving technology investments and expenditures WCI has grown from $50M in annual sales to more than $375M in the last 10 years. During the same period, we have added 5 new locations bringing the total up to 9, including 1 located internationally. That growth has provided an opportunity to further expand our vision with our customers and increase our capacities. Requirements What we are looking for: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field Proven experience as a senior IT leadership role, preferably in a manufacturing environment with 10+ years experience Strong understanding of digital transformation principles and technologies (e.g., IoT, AI, automation). Excellent project management and organizational skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Long term strategic thinker and planner Ability to lead and influence others

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive digital transformation strategy to enhance operational efficiency and innovation. Oversee the IT department, managing infrastructure, budgets, and cross-functional teams to align technology with business objectives.