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    VP of Information Technology - Newark, United States - Ports America

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    At Port Newark Container Terminal, the Vice President of Information Technology leads the local technology team and establishes the strategic direction of the PNCT Information Technology & Cyber Security platforms. The role leads all IT related activities in regard to integration of software, new technology, and business processes for PNCT and identifies key business requirements and plans appropriate IT resources to execute IT projects in support PNCT Operations.

    This role will also lead cybersecurity initiatives in conjunction with PNCT Owners (Ports America & Terminal Investment Limited- TiL) in addressing development, implementation, and monitoring of information management and cyber security policy, training, standards, and related processes to support and protect the enterprise.

    As part of the PNCT executive team, the VP of Information Technology will interface regularly with the Chief Operating Officer to ensure alignment and update progress on initiatives, and as required with PNCT's Chief Executive Officer & Chief Financial Officer.

    Essential Duties:

    • Plan for and manage local IT staff, ensuring optimal coverage and support to terminal operations.
    • Manage software development timelines with vendors, holding them accountable to delivery date commitments, demonstrated QA checks, and adherence of agreed terms.
    • Collaborate with remote and Ports America IT support to build tiered support system.
    • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal business stakeholders, PNCT Shareholders, and application vendors.
    • Align with business needs and facilitate IT/operational processes for optimal productivity and process improvements.
    • Ensure cost effective services and performance metrics met by all terminal operating system supporting vendor groups.
    • Recommend and plan information technology operating solutions that meet operational objectives and are congruent with terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
    • Develop and direct projects within approved fiscal budget limits.
    • Develop annual IT Budget & 5 Year CAPEX Plan to support PNCT Business Initiatives
    • Direct, organize, and lead projects to implement new and existing applications and systems within approved fiscal budget limits.
    • Set priorities, evaluate engagement, initiate projects, and issue directives regarding innovation.
    • Identifies industry trends and opportunities.
    • Develop strategy for project prioritization, business alignment, and execution of terminal and customer solution projects and initiatives.
    • Present and lead discussion on technologies and innovation materials (benchmarking, technology reviews)
    • Collaborate with Business and Market Intelligence to map out competition matrices for technology.
    • Provides guidance and counsel to staff in examination and definition of objectives for existing or proposed customer systems, and in the design of system improvements.
    • Direct review of present customer systems to determine appropriate changes to effect improvement, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency where possible.
    • Build relationships with external shipping community (including but not limited to: PANYNJ, major carrier customers, government agencies, IT vendors, Peers at other Marine Terminal Operators).
    • Onsite at Port Newark Container Terminal
    • Travel - 20%
    Capabilities:
    • Strategic thinking ability.
    • Ability to manage complex business situations.
    • High-level communication skillsverbal and written.
    • Executive presence and ability to speak effectively to large groups in public forums.
    Minimum Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree
    • 10+ years of progressive technology management experience within terminal operating environment.
    • 8+ years of senior-level operations experience.
    • Experience with computerized operating and financial systems (desired) and P&L accountability
    Financial Responsibility
    • Responsible for Capital Expense budget of:$5,000,000+ annually.
    • Oversees annual operating expense budget of$2,500,000
    Supervisory Responsibility
    • Supervises an IT team consisting of Service Delivery, Application Support, EDI, and Infrastructure/Hardware professionals.
    Physical Working Attributes:
    • Maneuver on a ship, around a yard and in and out of terminal facilities.
    • Exposed to environments such as Ports/Shipping Terminals that may be hazardous to persons unable to see and hear fast moving heavy equipment.
    NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

    Ports America is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

    This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

    If you require additional information about our comprehensive data privacy policy Employee Compliance ), we invite you to contact us via email at Our dedicated team at Ports America will be pleased to address any specific inquiries or concerns you may have regarding the handling, protection, and security of your data. We are committed to ensuring the utmost privacy and confidentiality of your personal information and will gladly provide you with the necessary details to help you better understand our practices and protocols.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR c)


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