Director, IT Transformation

Director, IT Transformation - Operations & Functions (Wroclaw, Poland)

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About the Role

We are seeking a strategic, influential, and execution‑focused Director of IT Transformation to serve as the operational and strategic partner to the Vice President of IT Operations & Functions. This position functions as a chief‑of‑staff–type role and plays a critical part in driving clarity, execution discipline, and operational excellence across a complex global IT portfolio.

You will oversee a broad landscape of transformation initiatives, financial governance, cross‑functional alignment, and portfolio performance—while ensuring senior leaders have the visibility, insights, and rigor required to make informed decisions. This is a high‑impact role suited for a strong communicator with executive presence, analytical depth, and the ability to influence at SVP level.

What You Will Do:

Strategic & Operational Partnership

• Serve as the VP's trusted advisor, anticipating issues, surfacing risks, and providing proactive insight across a significant operational portfolio.
• Represent the VP in senior‑level forums and discussions when needed.

Portfolio, Program & Value Oversight

• Lead and coordinate a global portfolio of initiatives, partnering closely with senior directors and the Global IT PPMO.
• Track progress, identify issues early, drive resolutions, and ensure portfolio alignment with strategic priorities.
• Support annual and multi‑year planning cycles, prioritization, and value realization reporting.

Financial Leadership

• Lead P\&L management, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly financial reviews.
• Identify cost optimization opportunities and investment trade‑offs while maintaining strong financial discipline.
• Work cross‑functionally with Finance and Procurement to ensure accurate reporting and spend visibility.

Business Reviews & Governance

• Own the Management Operating System, including Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs).
• Build executive‑level presentations, KPI dashboards, and performance scorecards.
• Enable disciplined, repeatable governance and reporting practices across the IT function.

Process Improvement & Transformation

• Drive process mapping, digitization, and continuous improvement efforts—especially for office‑based IT workflows (procurement, SOW creation, operational processes).
• Operate with a Lean/OpEx mindset focused on efficiency, transparency, and simplification.

Experience

• 10+ years in IT operations, PMO, transformation, consulting, business management, or similar strategic roles.
• Strong financial acumen and deep experience driving process improvement.
• Background in transformation, Big Four advisory, operational excellence, or enterprise governance strongly preferred.
• Executive presence with confidence to operate at senior leadership and SVP engagement levels.
• Outstanding communication, collaboration, and influencing abilities.
• Highly organized with strong analytical, reporting, and presentation‑building skills.
• Proven ability to navigate a matrixed global environment and manage a large, diverse project landscape.

Location: Wroclaw, Poland (hybrid)

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or master’s preferred.
• PMI, SAFe, Agile certifications desirable.

Working Model

• Preferred location: Wrocław, Poland
• Hybrid model for candidates located near Wrocław.
• Global scope with occasional international travel (10–15%).

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• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Reimbursement  
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day  
• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program 
• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)  
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship  
• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!