Vice President, IT

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Having recognized the advantages of remote work, including employee morale, productivity, reduced commuting on employee wellbeing and the environment, we are proud to be a digital-first company. The technologies and programs in which we invested have provided a fantastic foundation to this end. Our digital-first work environment, together with our conveniently located offices and collaborative workspaces, provide our teams with the freedom and flexibility to work in the way that makes them most productive.

**About us**:
Tecsys is a fast-growing innovator offering supply chain solutions to industry leading healthcare systems, hospitals, and pharmacy businesses to distributors, retailers, and 3PLs. We work with industry leaders to transform their supply chains through technology. If you thrive on tackling difficult challenges with continuous learning opportunities and want to work in a respectful, comfortable, and dynamic work environment, then this could be a good fit for you

**About the Role**:
As the Vice President of Information Technology at Tecsys, you will be a strategic leader responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of our corporate IT operations in a digital-first environment. From shaping the technological landscape to driving innovation, your role will be crucial in ensuring a secure and efficient IT environment that supports our teams worldwide. You will lead IT infrastructure, system administration, and help desk support teams, fostering a collaborative work environment that empowers them to deliver exceptional services remotely as well as in office.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**1. IT Strategy**
- Develop and execute a digital-first IT strategy aligned with company goals, driving innovation and digital transformation.
- Provide leadership and foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence within the IT department.
- Make critical decisions on technology selection, deployment, and maintenance to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, in alignment with strategic and operational business priorities.

**2. Business Application & Solution Support**
- Ensure seamless business solution support for Tecsys, aligning technology with customer needs for streamlined operations.
- Drive successful implementation of system enhancements and updates to maintain peak performance, reliability, and internal user satisfaction pilots for validation.

**3. Management of Infrastructure and Network Operations**
- Manage corporate IT operations, overseeing infrastructure, network security, system administration, and remote help desk support.
- Ensure IT systems are consistently available, secure, and scalable, optimizing performance and minimizing downtime.
- Develop and maintain resilience and recovery strategies to ensure business continuity during adverse events or disasters, mitigating risks and minimizing disruptions.

**4.** **Cybersecurity and Risk Management**
- Work closely with the Security team to implement robust cybersecurity measures safeguarding the company's data, intellectual property, and confidential information in a digital-first work environment.

**5.** **Delivery of Strategic Projects and Critical Investments**
- Collaborate with business leaders to align strategic projects with business requirements, while addressing potential obstacles.
- Manage software and service procurement to optimize IT investments and ensure sustainable delivery models.
- Direct external providers to meet project milestones within agreed budgets, scope, and quality standards.
- Establish and manage IT budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities while upholding service quality and compliance standards

**6.** **People Leadership**
- Lead and develop a team to deliver IT services for a growing digital-first organization.
- Attract, retain, and develop talent crucial for providing valuable technology solutions.
- Provide comprehensive training and mentorship to enhance technical proficiency and foster a customer-centric partnership mindset.

**Qualifications**:

- Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Extensive IT leadership experience in software or technology-driven environments.
- Proven expertise in managing IT infrastructure, system administration, and help desk support.
- Track record of successfully developing and executing digital transformation strategies.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, capable of inspiring and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Strategic thinker with problem-solving abilities, leveraging technological advancements.
- Strong business acumen with experience in budgeting and resource management for IT operations.
- Strong experience in business process re-engineering.
- Demonstrated leadership in IT delivery and execution within fast-paced environments.
- Strong proficiency in both written and verbal English communication essential for effective correspondence with clients, supp