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Sr. Director Digital and Process Transformation, Systems Protection

nVent · St Louis Park, MN · 3 wk ago
HybridBusiness Development$204k–$304k/yrFull-time

Job Summary

We’re looking for individuals who bring innovative solutions to our mission of securing a more secure world through advanced electrical solutions. The Senior Director of Digital & Process Transformation plays a pivotal role in transforming our business processes, digitizing operations, and translating strategic goals into actionable outcomes.

About the Role

This role leads enterprise-wide initiatives aimed at modernizing business processes, digitizing operations, and aligning these efforts with strategic objectives. The Senior Director works closely with executive leadership and functional heads to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and execution of multi-year digital and process transformation roadmaps aligned to enterprise strategy and growth objectives.

  • Identify, prioritize, and scale digital use cases (data, analytics, automation, AI-enabled workflows) that improve speed, quality, cost, and customer experience.

  • Integrate digital tools and platforms into core business processes across sales, product, supply chain, manufacturing, and corporate functions.

  • Drive end-to-end process redesign using Lean, Agile, and systems-thinking methodologies to eliminate waste and improve cross-functional flow.

  • Partner with functional leaders to evolve operating models, governance, and decision rights that enable faster execution and clearer accountability.

  • Own a transformation portfolio with clear investment cases, outcomes, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and value realization plans.

  • Track and communicate financial and operational impact, including productivity gains, cost savings, working capital improvements, and revenue enablement.

  • Lead change management efforts to drive adoption of new tools, processes, and ways of working.

  • Collaborate with various business functions to understand segment challenges and convert them to value creation opportunities.

  • Build and lead a high-performing Business Process Analyst team, fostering a culture of continuous learning, professional growth, and thought leadership.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems or Computer Science is required, with an MBA preferred.

  • 10+ years of experience in digital transformation, process excellence, strategy, or operational leadership in industrial, electrical, or manufacturing environments.

  • Proven success leading enterprise or regional transformation initiatives with measurable financial and operational outcomes.

  • Strong background in Lean, Agile, portfolio/program management, and digitally enabled process improvement.

  • Experience influencing at the VP and SVP level without direct authority.

  • Sound experience working in scaled agile environments.

  • Ability to lead, organize, motivate, and develop direct and matrix teams and organizations.

  • Ability to travel domestically & internationally, up to 20%.

Qualifications

  • Sound understanding of business systems like CRM, ERP, cloud technologies, cybersecurity frameworks, and enterprise data platforms.

  • Knowledge of electrical engineering principles and practices.

  • Experience in managing large-scale projects and teams.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Skills

  • Strategic thinking and planning.

  • Project management and execution.

  • Leadership and team building.

  • Process improvement and optimization.

  • Change management and stakeholder engagement.

  • Financial analysis and reporting.

  • Technology and digital literacy.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans.

  • Flexible spending accounts.

  • Short-term and long-term disability benefits.

  • Critical illness, accident insurance, and life insurance.

  • A 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.

  • An employee stock purchase plan.

  • Tuition reimbursement.

  • Back-up care services.

  • Paid time off including volunteer time.

  • A well-being program.

  • Legal & identity theft protection.

Pay

$204,400.00 - $304,000.00 Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexibility to accommodate international travel.

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