Global It Director - Whole Earth Brands, Mafco Worldwide Llc, Merisant Company
Chicago, Illinois, Us
Whole Earth Brands is one of the world’s leading global manufacturers of natural, plant-based, clean label and zero or low-calorie sweeteners. Achievements include IT integrations (ERP and infrastructure) of two acquired businesses, cloud PBX phone system implementation, data warehouse and BI system migration, rolling out global cybersecurity measures and training, and IT application team reorganization. Responsibilities:• Design, plan, deploy and improve global IT enterprise architecture including infrastructure and applications• Develop and execute the company’s global IT roadmap and strategies• Partner with business stakeholders at all levels to identify, plan and execute projects that deliver values aligned with business objectives • Advise and influence the company stakeholders of emerging technologies and adoption options• Manage the company’s global IT budget• Manage, coach and mentor the company’s global IT team • Lead global cybersecurity operation and employee training• Facilitate the company IT audit as well as response to the company Audit Committee• Lead M&A IT integrations• Maintain IT vendor relationship and negotiate IT contracts