Information Technology Leader

As a seasoned leader, you will oversee the development, design and optimization of information technology and systems functions supporting business processes and technical information systems platforms. Your responsibilities will include analysis, selection and modification of enterprise systems, application software, installation of network hardware/software and database management.

You will provide direction for the effort required to protect company data, tools and information systems, ensuring infrastructure architecture standards maximize efficiency and support platform compatibility. You will also coordinate delivery of services to user groups and ensure uninterrupted IT service.

• Receives objective-based assignments.
• Determines resources needed to meet goals and deliver tactical results, providing guidance to subordinates within established company policies.
• Recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures affecting immediate organization(s).
• Works on diverse scope assignments requiring problem solving with analysis of data and relevant factors.

Erroneous decisions may cause delay in accomplishing short-term and/or annual goals. You will frequently interact with subordinate supervisors, customers and/or functional peer group professionals, leading cooperative efforts with stakeholders outside your area of expertise.

Effective communication and presentation of results/recommendations are essential. You will manage the coordination of activities for a discipline or department, guiding teams and overseeing professionals who may be responsible for subordinate supervisors.

• Familiarity and experience with HR & Talent Acquisition programs, systems and processes (e.g., HCM & applicant tracking systems, recruiting, sourcing & pre-screening, onboarding, etc.).
• Ability to work effectively with HR leadership & stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives, prioritization and successful project delivery.
• Utilizing proven interpersonal and change management skills, overcome resistance to new processes and technologies.
• Strong business acumen to recommend optimal solutions to complex business problems by critically evaluating and distinguishing user requests from underlying true business needs.
• Self-starter with proven ability to produce positive results under tight deadlines with limited resources.
• Advanced knowledge and experience in Project Management Methodologies.
• Ability to think critically and creatively in developing solutions to challenges.
• Proven ability to collaborate well with cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail with advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced MS Office skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Visio.
• Advanced communication and presentation skills.
• Capable of performing well in fast-paced, high growth environment.
• Experience in life sciences, biotechnology, high-tech or related field is preferred. Lean Six Sigma experience is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree required preferably in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, Math, or related field.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree and minimum 8 years of related experience, with 1-3 years of Management experience. You will lead large cross-functional project teams for Human Resources primarily in Talent Acquisition using our project management methodology standards.

You will act as a consultant to stakeholders in the development of project concepts, assisting in development of business case, feasibility, scope, resource requirements and budget.

Develop and manage core project management deliverables including detailed scope and requirements, resource plans, project schedules, risk management plans, change control processes, decision/action/risk/change/issue logs, communication plans, test strategies and lessons learned.

Escalate critical risks, issues, changes, problems or delays to the project sponsor and HRIS leadership as needed.

Facilitate clear and concise status updates for key project stakeholders including direct communications with project sponsors and steering committees.

Partner with business owners to identify opportunities to optimize business processes and identify effective action plans to increase efficiencies.