The Addiction Research and Treatment Corporation

Global IT Director

Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Science or related IT field.
  • 10+ years leading IT organizations, with 5+ years in manufacturing.
  • Strong understanding of organizational concepts and process flows.
  • Ability to establish relationships across departments.
  • Proven track record in managing day-to-day operations and long-term strategy.

Responsibilities

  • Drive global digital transformation to align IT with business goals.
  • Lead adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies for smart manufacturing.
  • Establish a unified data strategy and governance across operations.
  • Provide strategic direction for global cybersecurity initiatives.
  • Direct IT investment planning to optimize ROI and prioritize projects.
  • Act as trusted advisor on technology strategy and digital change.
  • Architect scalable global IT operations with vendor management.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to drive major global digital initiatives.
  • Engage with cutting-edge technologies like AI and IoT.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership and influence corporate strategy.
  • Focus on sustainability within IT practices.
  • Development and training programs for technical skills and leadership.
Full Job Description
Duties & Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership & Digital Transformation
    • Drive the global digital transformation agenda, aligning IT initiatives with long-term business goals.
    • Lead the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies (e.g., IoT, AI, digital twins, cloud manufacturing) to enable smart manufacturing and improve efficiency.
    • Build a multi-year roadmap to transform legacy systems and deliver quantifiable gains in operational efficiency and product innovation.
  • Data & Analytics Strategy
    • Establish a unified data strategy and implement governance frameworks across global operations.
    • Lead the adoption of analytics platforms and champion a data-driven culture to support executive decision-making.
  • Cybersecurity & Risk Management
    • Provide strategic direction for global cybersecurity programs, ensuring alignment with enterprise risk frameworks.
    • Oversee threat prevention, detection, and response, while ensuring compliance with global regulations (e.g., GDPR, SOX) and industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001).
    • Develop and maintain robust disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
  • Financial & Strategic Investment Management
    • Direct strategic IT investment planning and manage multi-year budgets to optimize ROI.
    • Lead business case development and portfolio prioritization to ensure IT spending aligns with business value.
    • Continuously evaluate emerging technologies to establish an innovation pipeline.
  • Organizational Change & Stakeholder Alignment
    • Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Board, and shareholders on technology strategy, risk, and innovation.
    • Lead enterprise-wide digital change programs, focusing on user adoption and cultural alignment.
  • Global Technology Operations
    • Architect a scalable and efficient global IT operating model that balances regional autonomy with enterprise governance.
    • Oversee global vendor strategy, contract negotiation, and performance management.
    • Build strategic partnerships with tier-1 vendors (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft) to co-develop solutions.
  • Driving AI-Enabled Innovation
    • Lead the integration of AI into global business and manufacturing operations, including predictive analytics, digital twins, and smart manufacturing.
    • Guide executive leadership on the strategic adoption of AI to maintain a competitive advantage.
  • Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility
    • Align IT capabilities to support CSR initiatives such as energy monitoring and emissions tracking.
    • Implement systems that enable compliance with global sustainability regulations.
  • Technology Talent Strategy
    • Lead global IT workforce planning and capability building.
    • Develop programs for technical skill development, leadership succession, and cross-regional collaboration.
  • IT Governance & Best Practices
    • Implement best-practice frameworks to drive efficiency, scalability, and compliance.
    • Ensure audit readiness through KPIs, dashboards, and structured reviews.


Key Performance Indicators

  • Year-over-year reduction in downtime for all systems and software.
  • Year-over-year increase in utilization of installed software.
  • Year-over-year increase in employees trained and proficient in installed software.


Authorities

  • Assign tasks to global IT teams based on strategic alignment.
  • Recommend and take actions related to hiring, wage review, disciplinary action, and terminations.
  • Establish and implement IT policies and procedures.
  • Recommend and support all major ERP, software, and hardware purchases globally.


Job Requirements

  • Education/Experience: BS in Computer Science or an IT-related field. Minimum of 10 years of experience leading an IT organization, with at least 5 years in a manufacturing company.
  • Skills: Must be able to quickly grasp organizational concepts and process flows, establish credible relationships across all departments, and manage day-to-day operations while leading the long-term IT vision.

About The Addiction Research and Treatment Corporation

The Addiction Research and Treatment Corporation (ARTC) is a non-profit organization that provides substance abuse treatment and prevention services to individuals and families in New York City. ARTC offers a range of services, including outpatient treatment, residential treatment, and supportive housing. The organization is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care to those struggling with addiction, and to promoting recovery and wellness in the communities it serves.
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