Interim IT Leader

We have partnered with our client in their search for an Interim IT Leader.

We are seeking a senior technology executive to serve as a trusted business partner and strategic leader. This individual will play a critical role in shaping and executing the company’s technology vision, ensuring that technology investments directly enable business growth, operational efficiency, and customer impact.

This is not a pure technologist role – we are looking for a commercially minded leader who understands how to apply technology to solve real business problems and drive measurable value.

Lead the development and execution of a technology strategy that accelerates business performance, modernizes systems, and builds a high‑performing IT organization aligned to enterprise priorities.

• Partner with executive leadership (CEO, CFO, and business unit leaders) to translate business priorities into a clear, actionable technology roadmap
• Develop and execute a multi‑year technology strategy focused on growth, cost optimization, and scalability
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the business – bridging the gap between technical capabilities and commercial outcomes
• Ensure technology is embedded in all strategic initiatives and value‑creation plans

• Lead modernization of enterprise systems, infrastructure, and digital capabilities
• Drive innovation in customer‑facing technologies, including eCommerce, digital platforms, and omnichannel experiences
• Oversee cybersecurity, data management, and IT governance to ensure resilience and compliance
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies (including AI) with a pragmatic, ROI‑driven approach

• Assess current IT capabilities, systems, and performance; identify opportunities for improvement and cost efficiency
• Ensure stability, scalability, and performance of core IT platforms
• Establish disciplined processes for prioritization, execution, and resource allocation
• Lead large‑scale system transformations (e.g., ERP evolution, platform modernization)

• Build, assess, and develop a high‑performing IT leadership team
• Create a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Attract, retain, and develop top technology talent globally
• Drive strong engagement and alignment between IT and business teams

• Develop and align on a comprehensive technology roadmap within the first 6 months
• Establish strong executive partnerships and embed technology into business strategy
• Upgrade IT talent and organizational effectiveness to build a high‑performing team
• Improve stability, security, and performance of core systems and infrastructure
• Identify and execute high‑impact technology investments that drive business value

• 15+ years of progressive technology leadership experience, including executive‑level roles
• Proven success aligning technology strategy with commercial business objectives
• Experience leading enterprise‑wide IT transformations in complex organizations
• Strong background in commercial applications (e.g., customer‑facing platforms, eCommerce, digital ecosystems)
• Demonstrated ability to translate business needs into scalable technology solutions

• Enterprise systems (ERP, business systems, data architecture)
• Cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance
• Digital and customer experience platforms
• IT operating models, governance, and vendor management
• AI/automation awareness with practical application mindset

• Trusted business partner: builds credibility with executives and influences decision‑making
• Commercial mindset: understands how technology drives revenue, margin, and customer value
• Pragmatic operator: balances strategy with execution; focuses on outcomes over theory
• Strong communicator: able to simplify complex technology concepts for business stakeholders
• Hands‑on leader: willing to engage at both strategic and operational levels
• High integrity: transparent, accountable, and principled in decision‑making

• Business acumen across core processes (Order‑to‑Cash, Procure‑to‑Pay, Hire‑to‑Retire)
• Executive communication and stakeholder alignment
• Talent development and team building
• Change leadership and transformation execution
• Data‑driven decision‑making and prioritization

Title: Interim IT Leader

Location: Portland, Oregon

Client Industry: Consumer

Compensation: $100–$175/hour