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Senior Director Information Technology

Senior Director Information Technology

Kerry Search PartnersBoston, MA, US
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Senior Director, IT (Supply Chain)

  • ?? Boston, MA | ?? Global IT & Supply Chain |

About the Opportunity

A leading global company in the medical technology and life sciences sector is seeking a Senior Director, IT Supply Chain Solutions . This is a highly visible role with succession potential to a VP position, offering the chance to drive transformative change across a complex, regulated global supply chain.

You will lead a team of 15+ IT professionals, including managers, and serve as the primary IT business partner for Supply Chain leadership . The scope spans sourcing, procurement, manufacturing, and delivery —ensuring cutting-edge IT solutions drive operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned IT leader to step into a pivotal global role with impact across technology, operations, and business strategy.

What You'll Do

  • Shape & Execute the IT Roadmap
  • Define and deliver a comprehensive IT solutions strategy that aligns with corporate goals and drives global supply chain transformation.

  • ERP & Planning Systems Leadership
  • Lead large-scale implementations and optimizations of enterprise solutions (Oracle ERP preferred; advanced planning tools such as Kinaxis Maestro a plus).

  • Team Leadership
  • Inspire, develop, and elevate a high-performing IT team of 15+, including three managers, ensuring engagement, accountability, and performance.

  • Stakeholder Partnership
  • Act as the trusted IT business partner to senior supply chain and regulatory leaders, driving alignment and influencing key decisions.

  • Operational Excellence
  • Deliver measurable improvements in process efficiency, system performance, uptime, and adoption. Establish and uphold global service level agreements.

  • Change Agent
  • Lead technology-enabled change initiatives with confidence, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum adoption across global operations.

    What We're Looking For

  • 15+ years of IT leadership experience in global, regulated industries (medical devices, life sciences, aerospace, pharma, automotive, or defense preferred).
  • Proven record of large-scale ERP implementations (Oracle ERP strongly preferred).
  • Expertise across supply chain process areas
  • Plan, Make, Source, and Order / Deliver.

  • Strong understanding of advanced planning tools (Kinaxis Maestro, Oracle APS, or similar).
  • Exceptional stakeholder influence skills — able to challenge, guide, and collaborate with senior executives.
  • Leadership style
  • Inspiring, decisive, and strategic, with the ability to reset and elevate team performance in a "controlled chaos" environment.

  • Educational background
  • BS / BA in Business, Computer Science, or Supply Chain (MBA or consulting experience strongly preferred).

    Why This Role?

  • Strategic Visibility
  • Reports directly to the VP of Global IT Solutions and positioned as a key

    succession candidate for the VP role.

  • Transformational Scope
  • Opportunity to lead ERP and supply chain digital transformation initiatives with global reach.

  • Hands-On Impact
  • Influence core business functions in procurement, manufacturing, and delivery—impacting products and customers worldwide.

  • Leadership Challenge
  • Reset and develop a talented IT team in a dynamic, complex environment where technology is central to growth.

  • Career Growth
  • Positioned at the intersection of IT, operations, and strategy, this role offers unmatched exposure to executive leadership and future advancement.

    Next Steps

    If you are a results-driven IT leader with the vision, influence, and experience to drive global supply chain transformation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to explore this rare opportunity.

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