Uniphar Group
ice President, Head of IT – US Enterprise
Location: Hybrid – US-based (with travel to business units as needed)
Reports To: Director of Technology (Dublin)
Position Summary
We are seeking a visionary and execution-focused Head of IT to lead the transformation of our US enterprise technology landscape. This role will oversee the integration of multiple acquired businesses into a unified technology platform, driving operational excellence, digital innovation, and scalable infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with deep experience in enterprise IT, M&A integration, cloud transformation, and cross-functional leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the IT integration strategy across multiple acquired businesses into a single US enterprise platform.
- Define and execute a technology roadmap aligned with business goals, including ERP, CRM, data platforms, and cloud infrastructure.
- Build and lead a high-performing IT leadership team across infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and data.
- Partner with business leaders to identify and prioritize technology-enabled growth opportunities.
- Oversee vendor strategy, contract negotiations, and performance management.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR) and drive a culture of cybersecurity resilience.
- Champion innovation, including AI, automation, and analytics to improve business outcomes.
- Establish and lead governance frameworks for IT investments, project prioritization, and risk management.
- Drive change management and foster a culture of agility, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- 12+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including enterprise-level transformation.
- Proven success in post-M&A integration and building shared services or centers of excellence.
- Strong understanding of compliance frameworks and cybersecurity best practices.
- Experience managing multi-site, cross-functional teams in a matrixed global organization.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and executive presence.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; Master’s preferred.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, ITIL, CISSP, TOGAF) are a plus.
Preferred Attributes
- Experience in life sciences, healthcare, or pharma services.
- Familiarity with AI/ML applications in enterprise settings.
- Demonstrated ability to scale IT operations in high-growth environments.
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