VP, Business Technology and Digital Enablement

Grow with Welch's!

Welch's is on a journey toward becoming the global leader in convenient, good‑for‑you fruit‑based food and beverages. To turn this goal into reality, we need exceptionally talented, agile, and innovative individuals who are eager to contribute to something extraordinary.

At Welch's, we’re not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be part of a vibrant, authentic, and inclusive culture where you belong and have opportunities to unleash the best, most authentic version of you.

Position Summary

The VP, Business Technology and Digital Enablement is a senior technology executive responsible for shaping and executing the company’s technology strategy in support of enterprise growth, operational excellence, and digital transformation. Reporting to the CFO and serving as a key member of the extended leadership team, this role aligns technology investments, capabilities, and governance with business priorities while ensuring the organization remains secure, resilient, and positioned to create long‑term value.

The role is expected to operate as a business executive first and a technology leader second—setting priorities, making investment tradeoffs, aligning resources to enterprise goals, and ensuring Welch’s gets the right balance of internal capability and managed services. The VP also leads cross‑functional governance with Finance, HR, Operations, Commercial, and the EPMO to keep technology decisions tied to measurable business outcomes.

Where You’ll Work

This role will be based out of our Waltham, MA headquarters. Our in‑office schedule is designed to maximize collaboration and relationship building balanced with flexibility and well‑being: 3 days in office and Thursdays/Fridays remote, flex days.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the Welch’s IT Center of Excellence and establish priorities across all four towers: Enterprise Applications and Business Technology; Infrastructure, Service Management and Plant Tech; Cybersecurity, Identity and Risk Resilience; Data, Analytics, Automation and AI.
• Own the technology operating model, annual budget, workforce plan, and managed‑services strategy.
• Serve as the primary business partner to the CFO and executive team for enterprise technology matters.
• Partner with the Executive Leadership Team to identify opportunities where technology, data, automation, and AI can accelerate business growth and productivity.
• Guide value realization from recent ERP and other system investments.
• Lead technology investment planning and portfolio prioritization to maximize business value and return on investment.
• Set governance for cybersecurity, business continuity, service performance, and vendor accountability.
• Chair or sponsor key technology governance forums with business leaders and the Enterprise Project Management Office.
• Approve major architecture, sourcing, and platform decisions in partnership with tower leaders.
• Ensure technology supports close‑to‑customer planning, plant operations, compliance, and commercial execution.
• Develop leadership talent and maintain succession plans for critical roles.
• Develop and maintain a multi‑year technology roadmap aligned to Welch’s strategic priorities.
• Act as an executive sponsor for enterprise transformation initiatives requiring cross‑functional change management.

Who You Are

• A strategic leader who can connect business needs to technological solutions and drive measurable business outcomes.
• A trusted executive advisor capable of influencing senior leaders and driving alignment across diverse stakeholder groups.
• A collaborative leader who balances internal capabilities with outsourced and managed‑service partnerships.
• A disciplined decision‑maker who can prioritize investments, manage risk, and drive organizational simplification.
• A talent developer committed to building high‑performing teams and future leaders.
• A visionary leader who balances innovation with disciplined execution and risk management.
• A change agent who can simplify complexity and lead transformation initiatives.

What You’ll Need

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that proves competence in the role may be considered.

• 15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience with accountability across enterprise applications, infrastructure, and cybersecurity.
• Demonstrated experience leading technology organizations in manufacturing, consumer products, or distribution environments.
• Proven success partnering with Finance and Operations leaders, including ERP‑enabled transformation initiatives.
• Experience managing a blended internal and outsourced operating model with measurable vendor performance expectations.
• Ability to communicate technology decisions in terms of business value, risk, and financial impact for executive audiences.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Demonstrated success leading change, simplifying organizations, and driving disciplined portfolio governance.

What You’ll Enjoy

• Organization with a bold, clear purpose & vision for the future.
• Inclusive Culture: Be part of an inclusive workplace where you belong and have the opportunity to be the best version of yourself.
• Passionate Community: You are encouraged to have a voice, share your opinions, and have individual impact on the success of the business.
• Hybrid Work Model: Flexible & collaborative work environment to maximize well‑being & success.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays: Enjoy time away from the office to rest and recharge.
• Paid Volunteer Time Off: 40 hours of paid volunteer time for all non‑union employees.
• Development & Advancement: Access to LinkedIn Learning as well as both formal and informal opportunities to develop and grow your career.
• Compensation Package: Competitive base salary and annual incentive plan (bonus).
• 401K Plan with Generous Company Match.
• Flexible Benefits from your first day: Choose benefits that meet your needs and preferences.
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Additional benefits available through Perks at Work.
• Paid parental (and adoption) leave: Available after 12 months of employment.

Compensation

The anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $250k to $280k annually for US‑based employees. This range reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for the position across all US locations, is based on a full‑time work schedule, and represents Welch’s good faith estimate as of the date of this posting.

Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for participation in a bonus plan.

Welch’s is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the prevention of employment discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and/or military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Welch’s offers more than just a job—it's an opportunity to grow, innovate, and make a global impact with a passionate community.