Director, Global ICT

We’ve been leading the Weiler way for four generations, creating value-enhancing solutions for cleaning, grinding, cutting, deburring and finishing. It’s not just what we do, but how we do it. If you have the passion and energy to spark success and are bold enough to see the possibilities, join us to help build our future, and we'll help build yours.

The ideal candidate will be located within a commutable distance to Cresco, PA.

This role is eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule.

The Global Director of Information Communication Technology is responsible for leading the organization’s worldwide IT strategy, operations, and infrastructure. This senior leadership role oversees global IT teams, standardizes systems and processes across regions, and drive transformative technology initiatives that align with business objectives. A key focus of this position is to lead successful end-to-end technology implementations, ensuring integration, adoption, and measurable business impact, while optimizing enterprise systems to support global growth.

• Develop and execute the global IT strategy and technology roadmap.
• Align IT initiatives with corporate business strategy and objectives.
• Establish IT governance policies, standards, and security protocols for all regions.

• Lead large-scale ERP initiatives, including multi-location/country implementations from planning thru full lifecycle adoption.
• Oversee enterprise systems, including ERP, CRM, and CAD platforms, ensuring optimal performance and lifecycle management.
• Manage the selection, implementation, and upgrades of business applications.

• Direct global IT operations, including network architecture, infrastructure, and cybersecurity.
• Standardize IT infrastructure and processes across all regions and subsidiaries.
• Ensure compliance with global and regional IT regulations, privacy laws, and industry standards.

• Develop and maintain cybersecurity strategies, policies, & risk mitigation programs.
• Monitor and address security vulnerabilities, threats, and incidents.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement preventive measures.

• Build, develop, and lead a high-performing global IT team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee IT budgets, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations.

• Lead business process analysis, fit-gap assessments, and design of “as-is” and “to-be” workflows.
• Drive organizational change management for strategic technology deployments, including communication, training, and adoption strategies.

• Oversee data strategy for enterprise systems including migration from legacy systems to global platforms when needed.
• Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and security throughout implementation projects.

Knowledge of:

• IT infrastructure, network architecture, cybersecurity, and enterprise applications (ERP, CRM, CAD).
• Technical expertise in Infor M3 configuration, troubleshooting, and support, with familiarity in tools such as infor ION and M3 API.
• Global manufacturing environments and multinational IT operations.
• Digital transformation strategies and change management.
• Project and program management methodologies and tools (eg. Azure Dev Ops, , or similar platforms)
• Global and regional IT compliance and regulatory requirements.

Skills in:

• Strategic IT planning and technology roadmap development.
• ERP implementation leadership required (Infor M3 strongly preferred).
• End-to-end project and program management of ERP implementation and enhancement programs.
• Managing global, cross-functional teams and multi-country projects.
• Vendor, contract, and budget management.

Ability to:

• Align IT strategy with business goals and drive enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Solve complex problems with innovative solutions.
• Lead and standardize IT operations globally.
• Build and develop high-performing technical teams in dynamic, global environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field;
  Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive IT leadership experience, including global responsibility.
• Proven track record leading large-scale ERP implementations;
  Infor M3 or similar system experience preferred.
• Infor Certified M3 (or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong background in manufacturing or engineering environments.

• Domestic and international travel as required to support global operations
• Work across multiple time zones to coordinate with global teams.