VP, Global Technology (Hybrid)

Work Location: Portland, OR

At Oregon Tool, Inc., every Team Member drives our success. Your growth fuels our progress, empowering you to take initiative, share your ideas, and help shape what’s next. With a long history of innovation and a pioneering spirit, we’re a global team built on humility, grit, and collaboration—where every voice is valued and every contribution matters. If you’re ready to bring your perspective and thrive in a people-first culture, join us and make an impact.

About the role

As the VP, Global Technology for a dynamic, private equity-owned manufacturing enterprise, you will be the architect of digital transformation—championing a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and continuous improvement. You will lead the evolution of business information systems, leveraging emerging technologies and agile methodologies to drive competitive advantage and operational excellence. Your vision will shape the future of our digital landscape, ensuring our systems are resilient, scalable, and aligned with both current and future business needs. This role is for a visionary leader who drives a fast-paced, transformative environment and is passionate about shaping the future of technology through relentless innovation and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Innovation Leadership:
  • Identify and implement breakthrough technologies that enhance business performance
  • Foster a culture of experimentation and rapid prototyping across IT and business teams
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to position technology as a strategic enabler
• Continuous Improvement & Agility:
  • Embed Lean and Agile principles to accelerate delivery and maximize value
  • Use data-driven insights and customer feedback to iterate on systems and processes
  • Lead forums and steering committees to surface opportunities for enhancement
• Business Process Transformation:
  • Champion cross-functional process reengineering using digital tools
  • Develop high-impact proposals with clear value analysis
  • Align closely with Lean teams to ensure measurable outcomes
• Reliability & Resilience:
  • Ensure integrity, performance, and security of all business systems
  • Manage upgrades, disaster recovery, and cybersecurity proactively
  • Establish robust policies for data security and user training
• Strategic Technology Investment:
  • Drive investments that balance current needs with future scalability
  • Evaluate sourcing options and negotiate favorable contracts
  • Optimize total cost of ownership and minimize risk
• Talent Development & Culture:
  • Build and lead a high-performing IT organization
  • Promote a culture of learning, adaptability, and collaboration
  • Set ambitious goals and empower teams to challenge the status quo
  • Use key performance indicators to track progress and implement countermeasures for continuous growth

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; MBA preferred
• 10+ years of progressive leadership in information systems, with a track record of driving innovation and managing complex projects
• Proven success managing diverse teams—managers, analysts, programmers, and support staff
• Exceptional business acumen and communication skills—effective written and verbal communication; able to express oneself clearly in technical and non-technical terms
• Deep understanding of manufacturing technologies and deployment methodologies
• Collaborative and effective team player, able to work with globally dispersed teams
• Core competencies: Continuous learning, flexibility, customer focus, quality commitment, and relationship-building
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management software
• SAP (preferred)
• Available for domestic and international travel (up to 20%)

Pay

We provide a reasonable, good-faith estimate of the compensation range for this role of $240,000 to $260,000 + bonus. Final offers are based on various factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. This range may vary based on geographic location where the position is filled, and most new hires are not typically hired at the top of the range.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits available on day one (no waiting period)
• 401k matching (100% of first 3%, 50% of next 3% = 4.5% match on 6% contribution)
• Retirement Savings Plus Plan*
• Earn up to 120 hours vacation during your first year of service
• Paid holidays and one paid Community Involvement Day available per calendar year
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Global company with small company feel
• Casual work attire
• Complimentary snack and coffee/tea to keep you fueled
• Onsite cafeteria offering a variety of convenient options
• Onsite Physical Therapist
• Onsite Fitness center
• Public Transit access

*Based on geographic location and company performance.