VP/SVP - Information Technology

 

Position title                                     : Senior Vice-President – Information Technology

Position Location                             : Bangalore

Reports to                                        : CEO

No. of Reportees                             : 6 or more direct reports

Expected DoJ                                  : ASAP

Scope                                               : To lead the “Technology” function for the enterprise

Job Description :: With business vision and strategy, she/he provides leadership to the “Information TECHNOLOGY” function of the enterprise "FYLS-Founding Years Learning Solutions (KLAY)". The SVP-Tech sets the vision, direction and implements Technology plan, policies and programs. The individual will have complete functional responsibilities, which involves effective strategizing, action planning and implementation guidance of existing and new TECH platforms and programs in accordance with enterprise growth and business plans.

> Plans, directs and coordinates the activities of “(IT) Technology team” within the organization.

> Provides team leadership and sets “vision, direction and operational excellence” for the IT function in KLAY.

> Accountable for “quality of IT Solutions” and “easy availability of business information”. 

> Develop and implement a technology roadmap that aligns with KLAY's overall goals

> Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements and ensure timely delivery of solutions, new features and enhancements

> Drive continuous improvement and innovation in our technology stack, processes, and methodologies 

> Receives guidance and support from the support functions and Leadership team.

> Monitor and analyze key performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive operational efficiency

> Provides guidance to the enterprise leaders to achieve business information success through technology solutions

> Proactively provides insights (short-term & long-term) into the TECH-service operations of the organization. Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to drive technology innovation and maintain a competitive edge for the enterprise.

Education / Workexp :: IT- Engineering graduation + MBA. Total experience of 20+ years in information technology operations function. Must have worked for a minimum of 5+ years in leading the function at enterprise level.

Preferably from IT-Product domain with experience of building products in service industry. Should have worked in medium to large companies and well understand the complexity of ‘dispersed business network’.  Brings with her/him “Service & Solution mind set; Self driven personality & team player; high personal Quality, Value & Ethics”.

Excellent leadership and people management skills; Strong communication skills; Ability to drive self & team in ambiguous situations; Ability to represent FYLS to external Forums, industry groups etc.

 

Remuneration: Base Salary Range Rs.70 to Rs.80 lacs.pa. + annual performance incentive (15%)