Director IT International

Company Description:

Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world’s largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

Primary Responsibilities

• Partner with IT Leaders to develop and implement global IT strategy. 
• Work with regional IT leaders to understand the local business requirements and incorporate into the global IT strategy. 
• Oversee the creation of implementation roadmaps by region.
• Liaison between Key Corporate IT Functions - Infrastructure, End User, Business Applications and Cyber Security leadership - and regional IT organizations. 
• Establish strong partnerships and implement on-going management processes that foster collaboration and transparency to build a strong Global IT community. 
• Encourage collaboration across region as well as with Global leaders based in the US.
• Partner with regional IT leaders to identify and implement appropriate governance models to ensure successful implementation and on-going support and oversight of both global and local IT projects. 
• Ensure regional IT leaders have management processes in place to execute projects and effectively monitor and manage budget, scope and risk.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in IT, Computer Science or Business Administration, along with at least 16 years’ related experience. Non-degree considered if 12+ years of related experience along with a high school diploma or GED
• Occasional travel (5-10%) both domestic and international
• Occasional overnight stays (5-10%)
• Valid Passport

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in IT in a global business. Experience in business/industry (beyond IT), managing cross-functional teams or projects, and influencing senior-level management and key stakeholders.
• Strong leadership capability with proven track record of successful team development and working effectively with all organizational levels.
• Strong strategy, business acumen, project management and change management skills are key for this role.  
• Ability to improve operational efficiency, service delivery and information management across the IT organization.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to explain technology solutions in business terms, establish rapport and persuade others.
• Ability to effectively drive business, culture, and technology change in a dynamic and complex operating environment.
• Strong customer and user experience focus.
• Ability to adapt to a wide range of activities without losing focus.

Work Authorization:

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

No agency calls please.

Compensation and Benefits:

Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

EOE Veterans/Disabilities