Digital Operation Manager - United States

Location(s): Fremont, CaliforniaCompany: MolexCareer Field: Operations & ManufacturingJob Number: 195404Apply: JobMolex is seeking a Director, Digital Operations, OSBU, to provide executive sponsorship for OSBU Digital Operations and strengthen strategic alignment between OSBU Operations and Global IT.The Director will represent OSBU priorities in enterprise-level discussions, build trusted executive partnerships, and secure the decisions, ownership, resources, and commitments required to advance critical business and operational priorities. Working closely with OSBU Digital Operations, digital transformation, and business leaders, the Director will provide senior-level support and remove cross-organizational barriers, while established subject-matter and delivery teams lead digital strategy, capability development, solution direction, implementation, and operational results.This role requires someone who can provide technical support across IT, cybersecurity, and change management, while developing practical solutions that address the evolving needs of Operations, R&D, and other business functions. As the business continues to grow, the demand for IT equipment and infrastructure will increase. Dedicated expertise in firewalls, networks, and related security requirements will help strengthen plant capabilities and support continued growth. Demonstrated executive presence, diplomacy, organizational awareness, negotiation, conflict resolution, and constructive escalation capabilities are critical for this role.What You Will DoExecutive LeadershipProvide executive sponsorship and leadership support that enables subject-matter and delivery teams to lead digital strategy, capability development, solution direction, implementation, and operational results.Lead and develop direct reports while promoting clear accountability and effective collaboration.Translate complex business and technology topics into clear executive recommendations and decisions.Global IT Partnership and InfluenceServe as the senior strategic interface between OSBU Operations and Global IT.Build trusted relationships with Global IT leaders and key enterprise stakeholders.Represent OSBU priorities, operational risks, and dependencies in enterprise planning and decision-making.Navigate complex organizational structures and competing priorities to build alignment and influence decisions.Position sensitive issues constructively while maintaining productive long-term relationships.Governance and Business OutcomesEstablish clear ownership, decision rights, accountability, and escalation paths.Secure the sponsorship, resources, decisions, and commitments required for critical OSBU priorities.Provide leadership visibility into major risks, dependencies, and unresolved issues.Convert enterprise alignment into timely decisions, clear actions, and measurable business outcomes.Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Engineering, Management15+ years of progressive experience in enterprise IT leadership, IT business partnership, technology relationship management, digital operations leadership, or a related field.Experience operating at the IT Director, Technology Director, senior IT Business Partner, or equivalent leadership level within a multinational company.Experience influencing senior executives and secure decisions, resources, ownership, and commitments in a complex matrixed organization.Experience engaging with senior business and IT leaders without being a subject-matter expert in specific platforms or systems.Experience leading senior professionals or globally distributed teams.Experience working effectively across cultures, regions, organizational levels, and time zones.Willingness to travel internationally based on business needs.What Will Put You AheadExperience working effectively with teams across AsiaMandarin Chinese proficiencyExperience representing a business unit or region within a centralized Global IT operating model.Demonstrated success building executive partnerships across business, operations, and Global IT.Experience resolving complex cross-organizational issues involving ownership, resources, operational risk, or business continuity.For this role, we anticipate paying $200,000 - $250,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.Hiring PhilosophyAll Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.Who We AreAs a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.Our BenefitsOur goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.Equal OpportunitiesEqual Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. 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