Workiva

Senior Director of Business Systems

Workiva

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: MontanaNew YorkUnited States

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Salary

💰 $203,000 - $325,000 per year

Job Level

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Develop and execute a multi-year technology roadmap that supports Workiva's strategic priorities.
  • Act as a strategic partner to executive leadership and key stakeholders, translating business objectives into actionable technology solutions and initiatives
  • Collaborate closely with functional leaders to understand their business needs, identify opportunities for process improvement, and drive change through the effective use of technology and data
  • Build, mentor, and empower a resilient and high-talent team that embodies Workiva's culture and values. Provide guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities to cultivate a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous learning
  • Oversee the evaluation, implementation, and optimization of Workiva's enterprise application ecosystem.
  • Champion the strategic use of AI and automation to enhance team productivity and the user experience
  • Lead the data strategy and governance for our business systems, ensuring high-quality, reliable data
  • Manage the intake, prioritization, and delivery of all business systems projects
  • Plan and manage the budgets and expenditures specific to your systems domain.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of progressive experience in IT or Business Systems, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing teams and enterprise applications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and executing technology roadmaps and strategic plans
  • Strong understanding of enterprise software systems, business processes, and project management methodologies
  • Proven ability to build, lead, and mentor high-performing teams
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus across all levels of the organization
  • Demonstrated experience managing budgets, vendor relationships, and complex technology projects
  • Experience leading large-scale technology transformation (e.g., ERP, CRM, Customer Support platform implementations)
Benefits
  • A discretionary bonus typically paid annually
  • Restricted Stock Units granted at time of hire
  • 401(k) match and comprehensive employee benefits package
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
technology roadmap developmententerprise software systemsproject management methodologiesdata strategyAI and automationbusiness systems managementbudget managementvendor relationship managementtechnology transformationprocess improvement
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringcommunicationinterpersonal skillsinfluenceconsensus buildingcoachingaccountabilitycontinuous learningteam empowerment