Director, Technology Transformation & Process Improvement

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Element employees make a difference in the lives of others every day. We are re-defining the fleet management industry to be people first then business delivering on our promise of a superior client experience. This takes hard work and innovation and we need more like-minded people on our team.

Director Technology Transformation & Process Improvement

Element is embarking on a Technology Modernization Journey starting with the Billing system and seeking to replace legacy technologies that support our core business functions. This role will be accountable for overseeing IT operations of our current core application technology stack. Having responsibilities for assisting in developing a roadmap and executing transformation of legacy applications into modern cloud-native applications.

This role is a strategic hire expected to lead the above effort and build a team within Element that will retain in-house knowledge of all new and old applications. Will continue to be responsible for implementing leading practices in Software development life cycle (implementation operations and optimization) for all responsible. Alongside will serve as a leader in technology transformation effectively managing the scope of projects aligning them with our organizational goals and maintaining clear communication with peers and leadership.

In this role you will:

50%

• Lead Elements Mainframe modernization initiatives ensuring alignment with business strategy
• Define and track business outcomes for digital initiatives ensuring projects achieve measurable benefits and return on investment
• Work closely with IT leadership to ensure technology solutions align with business needs and operational goals
• Communicate project status risks and benefits to executive leadership and key stakeholders
• Act as a key liaison between leadership business stakeholders IT teams and external partners to drive transformation efforts
• Responsible for the working with leadership & other stakeholders in making the business case for funding approvals
• Accountable for the execution & delivery of the responsible projects

30%

• Responsible for identifying process improvements and implementing them to improve the effectiveness of the team. and operational excellence
• Ensure the team follows established standards and best practices as part of the SDLC. Engage in lessons learned and continuous process improvement.
• Provide guidance and support to project teams in aligning business processes with IT solutions
• Manage relationships with external vendors such as (Ensono TCS Capgemini AWS Vertex etc.) business users consultants and system integrators to ensure successful operations

10%

• Inspire lead and grow the IT Core Systems team providing guidance and support to a team of IT professionals managing integrated core systems platform both legacy and modern
• Lead by example and bias toward action - Not afraid of rolling up the sleeves and stepping into the hands-on work when needed; maintain high-level view while recognizing the need to work out details.
• Establish credibility throughout the organization by practicing the leadership principles of collaboration exceling with partners maintaining open communication encouraging and inspiring staff.
• Effectively manage internal and external team collaboration and communication
• Efficiently manage the internal IT team by ensuring an equitable distribution of workload promptly addressing concerns and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment
• Effectively handle the conflicts or workplace issues within the team
• Establishing a clear and effective standards for the team

10%

• Manage continuous improvements in legacy systems during interim period to support business needs
• Engage in lessons learned and continuous process improvement.
• Support initiatives in the finance area and other peer departments within the same org
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required in Computer Science or related fields.
• 8-10 years of progressive hands-on experience in software development and application support within Mainframe or java environments.
• At least 3 years of proven experience in leading large cross-functional & cross platform technical teams.
• Proven experience developing mainframe modernization strategies including rehosting re platforming and refactoring.
• Proven experience in successful execution of large technology transformation programs
• Experience communicating Software Development related concepts to a broad range of technical and non-technical audiences; will have to be an articulate and persuasive leader who can serve as an effective member of the senior leadership team
• Relevant experience in collaborating and managing vendor IT teams.
• Skills in assessing current systems and identifying opportunities for improvement and modernization.
• Ability to develop and execute a comprehensive mainframe modernization roadmap.
• Experience in Fleet management business or financial application
• Certifications on AWS / other cloud technologies
• Background in SAP

Knowledge & Competencies:

• Technical Expertise: Knowledge of mainframe systems and cloud technologies with hands on expertise in at least one. Experience in system modernization and migration
• Agility and Adaptability: Demonstrates the ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and navigate through uncertainty. Capable of making informed decisions with limited information and effectively managing unexpected challenges. Embraces a flexible approach to problem-solving continuously learning and adjusting strategies to meet evolving business needs.

• Accountableand Influential Accountability for delivery of software. High level of personal integrity and the ability to professionally handle confidential matters and demonstrate the appropriate level of judgment and maturity in balanced risk decision making. Able to influence and inspire cross functional teams to work in a collaborative and efficient structure to active organizational goals.
• Intelligentand Creative Ability to understand complex business functionalities and drive efficient solutions to meet business needs. Ability to integrate a deep knowledge of Software Development with business process and Industry best practices.
• Senseof Urgency Ability to operate in a highly dynamic environment with the ability to respond and react decisively in a changing set of circumstances and priorities. Ability to quickly assess complex situations and take appropriate action such as during security incidents.
• Strategic Ability to identify and plan for multi-year opportunities and is prepared to invest time and patience to harvest a long-term multi-year approach.
• StrongCommunicator Ability to communicate succinctly and clearly with peers leadership direct reports and outside partner and stakeholders. Able to communicate at all levels up to and including the Board of Directors and external regulators. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; interpersonal and collaborative skills; and the ability to communicate finance systems related concepts to technical and nontechnical audiences.
• TeamLeader Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional interdisciplinary teams to achieve tactical and strategic goals. Project management skills; financial/budget management scheduling and resource management.

The hiring base salary range for this position is $162700 - $223700 annually. Actual compensation within this range will be dependent upon the individuals knowledge skills experience equity with other team members and alignment with market data.

Whats in it for You
A culture of innovation empowerment decision-making and accountability
Comprehensive health and welfare benefits that serve the needs of you and your family and foster a culture of wellness (for qualified roles)
Additional benefits and amenities including paid time-off programs (vacation sick leave and holidays) (for qualified roles)

Applicants will be required to undergo a background check only if and after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.

Element Fleet Management and its wholly owned subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity equity inclusion and belonging. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion gender identity age sex sexual orientation disability national origin Aboriginal/Native American status protected veterans status or any other legally-protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application and interview process are available upon you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to or call .