IT Director, Finance & Procurement - Global Leader in Healthcare Innovation

Job Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Director of Corporate Functions IT to lead technology strategy, delivery, and support for global Finance and Procurement functions. This is a high-impact role overseeing a large-scale portfolio that includes more than 550 applications—35 of which are mission-critical enterprise systems—and an annual project investment of over $40 million.

The successful candidate will manage and inspire a team of managers and individual contributors, as well as more than 100 service partners, to deliver modern, scalable solutions that enhance efficiency and business value.

• Develop and execute 3–5 year strategic roadmaps for Finance and Procurement technology, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and securing necessary budgets.
• Collaborate with business leaders to evaluate current capabilities and design a path to achieve best-in-class performance.
• Build business cases and ROI models for projects, preparing formal funding requests and managing financial estimates and reporting.
• Oversee capacity planning and staffing to support ongoing projects while anticipating future needs across the domain.
• Partner with strategic vendors and sourcing teams, reviewing and approving infrastructure and software-related costs, and monitoring execution against time, quality, and cost targets.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for delivery and relationship management within Finance and Procurement IT.
• Guide communication and collaboration across business units, IT divisions, and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless integration of new systems.
• Evaluate performance against KPIs, implement process improvements, and ensure effective governance across all initiatives.
• Provide executive-level reporting on strategic initiatives, technology investments, and project progress.
• Modernize financial and procurement systems by identifying improvement areas, introducing cloud solutions, and leveraging automation to drive efficiency and scalability.
• Lead, coach, and mentor a diverse team of managers and specialists, building a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Engage stakeholders at all levels, influencing decision-making and gaining support for strategic initiatives.

• Well-defined IT strategy and roadmaps for Finance and Procurement.
• Successful execution of projects and technology initiatives exceeding $40 million annually.
• Stability and efficiency across more than 550 business applications.
• Improved operational performance through modernized systems and automation.
• High stakeholder satisfaction and strong executive alignment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 12+ years of IT leadership experience in large or mid-sized multinational organizations, preferably in healthcare or other highly regulated industries.
• Proven track record in defining IT strategy, driving business alignment, and delivering enterprise-level solutions.
• Strong background in Finance systems;
  Procurement experience preferred.
• Executive presence with excellent influencing and negotiation skills.
• Experience leading both direct teams and cross-functional project groups.
• Deep knowledge of IT governance, program management, and organizational design.

• MBA or advanced degree in business or technology.
• Strong vendor management experience with global sourcing strategies.
• Certification in project or program management (e.g., PMP, PgMP).
• Broad knowledge of emerging technologies, enterprise platforms, and digital transformation trends.
• Proven ability to collaborate across cultures and disciplines to deliver global solutions.

This role is ideal for a visionary IT leader who thrives on building large-scale strategies, modernizing financial systems, and driving innovation across complex enterprises.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.