Job Description

Job Title: Global Director of IT
Revision Date: November 29, 2022

Reports To: Chief Information Officer
Department: IT

FLSA Classification:
Salary Grade:




Job Summary: Oversee all ERP, EDI and PLM system requirements for corporate and plant sites on a global basis. Lead the development and implementation of MES solutions and other shop floor systems and focus on the development and enhancement of products to provide our company solutions.
Required Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 7 to 10 years of experience in an IT management position in automotive/manufacturing industry
• BSc/BA in information management, accounting or other business related field. Master\'s degree preferred.
• Past experience in a managerial role. Departmental leadership, budgeting, forecasting and system analysis skills.
• Project management experience so that clear specifications are drawn and risks are identified, time lines are followed and projects are delivered within agreed budgets and due dates.
• In depth understanding of ERP, PLM, and MES systems.
• Experience in the analysis, implementation and evaluation of IT systems and their specifications.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to delegate tasks but not responsibility.
• Outstanding communication abilities.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and reasoning abilities
• Well-developed interpersonal skills. Ability to get along with diverse personalities.
• Ability to establish credibility and be decisive - but able to recognize and support the organization\'s preferences and priorities
• Results oriented with the ability to balance other business considerations
• Ability to work effectively in and set priorities in a dynamic environment
• Excellent time management and work organizational (prioritization) skills
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills to resolve new and unique problems

Essential Functions:

• Ensure system resources are available and effective for the efficient and accurate use of ERP, PLM, and MES systems.
• Deliver strategic projects on time and within budgeted resources (financial and time) in support of the annual corporate business plan.
• Work closely with plant and corporate staff to insure proper data management to insure consistent data integrity.
• Foster and develop relationships and open communication with all levels of plant and corporate personnel.
• Advise on efficient and cost effective technological equipment and software purchases.
• Identify the need for upgrades, configurations or new systems and report them to upper management

Abide by all Company polices including, but not limited to the following: Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental Systems, Human Resources policies, and the Martinrea Employee Handbook
Work Environment:

• 75% office, 25% plant floor (PPE required)

Physical Demands:

• Constant communication with employees, peers, and management
• Travel to domestic and foreign operational and administrative sites.
  

Health and Safety:

• Must work in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, Company and plant rules, policies and procedures
• Must use or wear Personal Protective Equipment and certain clothing as required by the Company

Other Duties:

• This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities required for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice

Disclaimer: This job description does not constitute a contract of employment. The Company may exercise its employment at will right at any time
Training Needs:


Training Requirements



Preferred Method

Competency



Meets Minimum Competency
Needs Training

CMS Overview
In-house
2
No
Yes

CMS - Finance Modules
In-house
2
No
Yes

BPC overview
In-house
2
No
Yes

MES Overview
In-house
2
No
Yes

PLM Overview
In-house
2
No
Yes

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  Job descriptions will identify the level of systems knowledge necessary based on the three levels as determined by management team as noted on the training needs matrix or equivalent.
  • Competency Level 1 all systems where personnel need to have a basic understanding of the processes and interactions as determined by the team.
  • Competency Level 2 includes all intermediate understanding of the processes and functions as they relate to the position as determined by the leadership team.
  • Competency Level 3 includes all advanced understanding of the processes and functions as they relate to the position as determined by the leadership team.

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  Competency is based on the following factors, but not limited to:
  • Customers\' Expectations
  • Industry standard recommendations or mandates
  • Corporate Mandates based on experience
  • Level and position within the organization

Note: this can be achieved through external or internal sources in class room settings, seminars, text book/manuals or hands on workshops. The standard competency will be identified for each of the qualifications and levels as determined by the organization and noted on the /Training Matrix form. Refresher training will also be included to ensure that any changes listed in 7.2 are part of the continued training or at regular intervals to ensure personnel remain up to date with the requirements.