Rust-Oleum

Vice President of Global Applications & IT Products

JOB DESCRIPTION



Job Title: Vice President of Global Applications & IT Products



Location: Vernon Hills, IL



Department: IT



Reports To: CIO



Direct Reports/Manages others: Yes



Hybrid Schedule: Our hybrid work environment includes two (2) remote days/week.

Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry.

We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.


Summary:


Seeking a transformational, experienced, and dynamic leader as VP of Global Applications and IT products.

VP will report to RPM Consumer group CIO and collaborate with other IT leaders to build enterprise-wide IT strategy.

The VP will possess current knowledge and future vision of leveraging information technology to deliver technology capabilities directly supporting business objectives.




Responsibilities:

  • As a member of the CIO team, contribute as a strategic and analytical thought partner to support and achieve key business and financial goals.
  • Build strong and productive relationships with all business leaders to position IT as a business enabler with Platform driven roadmaps.
  • Lead and Drive DevOps and agile transformation with IT platforms roadmaps
  • Organize and oversee the IT team, including associates and contractors (onsite, virtual, and offshore), to maximize the delivery and value of technology services.
  • Define and drive departmental performance via IT key performance objectives aligned with the company's objectives and ensure on-time execution within budget.
  • Recruit, coach, and empower a talented team of IT professionals.

    Identify pipeline talent and commit to their growth by providing stretch opportunities.

  • Ensure collaboration of IT groups (Products, Application platforms, Infrastructure operations, and other RPM IT groups), with Commercial (Sales & Marketing), Corporate (Finance & HR), and Operations (Manufacturing & Supply chain) business teams.

Qualifications:

  • Must have 20+ years of experience within IT, with at least 7+ years of global IT leadership responsibilities in an environment with a mix of on-premises, hosted, and cloud hardware and software.
  • Deep experience in leading digital technology adoption with commercial (Sales and Marketing) and manufacturing functions.
  • Experience with ERP (SAP) implementation and systems consolidation is a plus.
  • Bachelor's degree is required, and a master's degree is a strong plus.
  • Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, organizational design and development.

  • Aptitude to establish a strong agile product management discipline in IT.

  • Ability to effectively communicate and instill confidence with peers and all key stakeholders with excellent business acumen and sound business judgment.
  • Knowledge of public company regulatory and compliance standards.


From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave.



We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment.

Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.

Rust-Oleum offers 9 paid holidays and one floating holiday per year.

You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.


Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer.

Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.
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