IT Director

Prestige Consumer Healthcare is a company that focuses on product innovation and quality in the over-the-counter healthcare and women’s health categories to better improve the lives of our customers and their world. For generations, our trusted brands have helped consumers care for themselves and their loved ones. We are one of the largest independent providers of over-the-counter products in North America, and we are constantly improving and creating products that match the ever-changing lifestyles and needs of people and families everywhere. Job Summary The Senior Director of Information Technology is responsible for the planning, organizing, and execution of all IT Software business applications and related projects to ensure optimal functioning of IT/business systems. This role involves working with new solutions, procurement, and maintenance of software programs. Major Responsibilities/Activities Analyzes complex business needs presented by the user community and/or clients and recommends technical solutions. Leads and manages IT teams, providing guidance, mentoring, and performance management. Champion innovation and process improvement across support functions Leverage automation, self-service, and AI/ML insights to optimize efficiency Ensures the consistency and maintainability of existing applications by creating, maintaining, and enforcing standards/procedures for implementing technical solutions. Assists the VP of IT and CISO with long and short run IT planning. Manages the ongoing support for Corporate critical systems, SAP and EDI IBM Sterling. Leads evaluation selection and implementation of all IT software systems. Executes established goals and ensures that corporate-wide goals are complimented and supported. Continually evaluates established policies and procedures and updates or modifies them as necessary. Periodically reviews the Company’s information needs and modifies the systems as required. Ensures the implementation of cost effective and efficient systems and computer operations designed to meet current and future information needs. Ensures that users’ and clients’ needs are met and that they are fully capable of utilizing established systems. Ensures that equipment, peripheral devices, and software are set up and operated in accordance with prescribed instructions. Ensures that IT systems are secure, properly backed up, and appropriately documented. Manages and oversees department expenses. Pursues cost-saving measures. Provides leadership to personnel through effective objective setting, delegation, and communication. Conducts staff meetings as required. Directs, schedules, and coordinates Department functions. Produces detailed timeline for each application release and implements effective project control by monitoring the progress of the software release and reporting the status. Directs and prioritizes the workload of personnel. Reviews all designs, code and unit test plans where applicable. Approves all business requirements prior to the technical solution. Participates on all hardware and software evaluations and maintains vendor contracts. Represents the IT function at customer review meetings when appropriate. Performs liaison duties between users, operations, and programming personnel in the areas of systems design, modifications or trouble shooting. Manages a team of internal and external contractors to execute large, cross functional application systems. The Senior Director of Information Systems Manager focuses on developing the strategy, structuring and managing the delivery of the legacy and modern policy application systems platform. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; Master's degree preferred. Strong SAP background with respect to MM, QM, PP, SD, FI modules is a must Experience with Manufacturing and FDA regulations are a must Minimum of eight (8) years of experience within information technology Experience in the most current technologies and products used in the industry. Technical capability, business acumen, strategic thinking, customer/client focus Leadership Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and collaboration skills are a must and the ability to communicate with all levels of Management including Senior Leadership and the Board of Directors Experience working with finance teams is a plus Sarbanes Oxley experience is a plus Ability to organize and work effectively with project teams made up of internal staff and/or external parties (agents, vendors, etc.) Demonstrated experience and relevant expertise in the configuration and deployment of IS business solutions Ability to build consensus among business and technology stakeholders Travel 15% ability to travel via car, plane, rail. Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Mathematical Skills Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. No Sponsorship Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Hybrid Work We follow a Hybrid work schedule. All applicants must be able to work in our Tarrytown office Tues/Wed/Thurs (remote on Mon/Fri). Work Hours 40 hours per week. Salary Range $200,000 - $250,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr