Business Unit Chief Information Officer
Job Summary
The Business Unit CIO is responsible for aligning technology strategy with business objectives, ensuring that IT capabilities effectively support and drive enterprise and business unit goals for three or more business units with combined $10B+ in annual revenue across multiple geographies and cultures.
Duties And Responsibilities
Technology Strategy & Business Alignment – Develop and execute a Technology strategy that aligns with the business unit’s objectives and overall enterprise goals, ensuring technology investments drive business value.
Transformation & Innovation – Lead the adoption of technologies, automation, and digital solutions to enhance efficiency, competitiveness, and customer experience.
Governance & Risk Management – Adhere to policies, compliance frameworks, and cybersecurity measures to mitigate risks, protect data, and ensure regulatory adherence.
Operations & Service Delivery – Oversee infrastructure, applications, and support services to ensure reliability, scalability, and performance meet business needs.
Financial Management & Cost Optimization – Manage Tech budgets, control costs, and drive efficiency in technology spending to maximize ROI and support business growth.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Business Partnership – Engage with executives, department leaders, and external partners to ensure Technology solutions effectively support business strategies and operational needs.
Talent Development & Leadership – Build and lead a high-performing Technology team, fostering a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and strategic problem-solving.
Enterprise Integration & Standardization – Ensure technology solutions align with enterprise-wide architecture, data strategy, and security standards while supporting unique business unit requirements.
Education & Experience
Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Finance or a related field.
Education Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Finance or a related field.
Experience Required: Extensive IT Leadership (10+ years), Strategic Business & IT Alignment (8–10+ years), Enterprise & Business Unit IT Management (8–10+ years), Technology Governance & Risk Management (5–10 years), Stakeholder Engagement & Executive Leadership (5–10 years), Digital Transformation & Innovation (5+ years), Financial & Vendor Management (5+ years), Change Management & Organizational Leadership (5+ years).
Experience Preferred: Global or Multi-Business Unit Leadership, Mergers, Acquisitions, and Integrations, Cloud, AI, and Emerging Technologies, Industry-Specific IT Leadership, Agile & DevOps Transformation, Board-Level & Investor Communications, Operational & Financial Optimization, Negotiation & Persuasion, Customer-Centric Mindset, Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking, Collaboration & Cross-Functional Influence, Adaptability & Continuous Learning.