What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President of Technology position at Specialty Building Products?
Specialty Building Products is currently looking for a Vice President of Technology to join our VALUES based organization. The VP of Technology will be responsible for shaping and executing our technology vision to support scalability, operational efficiency, and digital transformation aligned with our overall business strategy. This role requires a leader who understands the nuances of the distribution industry, a solid understanding of the technical landscape, has experience in a publicly traded company, and can drive compliance while creating a culture of collaboration and teamwork.
Responsibilities & Essential Functions:
- Develop and execute a technology roadmap that aligns IT capabilities with business objectives.
- Ensure technology investments drive competitive advantage, operational efficiency, and customer value.
- Lead IT, ERP, Technical Support, and Digital Transformation teams to ensure technology is a business enabler.
- Drive enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives, enhancing automation, analytics, and digital commerce capabilities.
- Ensure that ERP and enterprise systems are scalable, integrated, and optimized for efficiency.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy to protect company assets, data, and operations.
- Oversee IT governance, ensuring compliance with SOX, data privacy regulations, and public company governance requirements.
- Establish and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
- Oversee vendor and partner relationships to maximize value and drive technology innovation.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing IT organization, developing and mentoring technology leaders.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Proven experience as a VP or senior IT executive in a distribution, manufacturing, or wholesale industry.
- Experience leading technology functions in a publicly traded company, with a deep understanding of compliance, risk, and regulatory requirements.
- Strong technical expertise, including ERP systems, enterprise architecture, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, and data platforms.
- Track record of leading digital transformation, leveraging technology to drive business outcomes.
- Strong financial acumen, with experience managing IT budgets, cost optimization, and ROI analysis.
- Demonstrated success in cybersecurity strategy and risk management.
- Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to align technology with business strategy.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or related field (MBA preferred).
- This role will have 4 direct reports that are responsible for business services, ERP, IT functions, and technical support.
Specialty Building Products is the leading distributor of specialty building products in North America. SBP operates under the brands U.S. LUMBER, Alexandria Moulding, REEB Millwork, DW Distribution, Millwork Sales and Amerhart. We serve 45 states in the U.S. and 8 provinces in Canada from over 40 locations. Here at SBP we are a people first organization, our team is built upon strong culture and standards for success. We value your perspective and want to learn more about you with a commitment to laying the foundation for you to build a successful career with us. Join us and EVOLVE your future at Specialty Building Products!
Being a part of SBP you will be eligible for many benefits. Full-Time benefits would include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision given on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
- Company-Paid Life Insurance & Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Company-Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays & Floating Holidays
- PLUS ADDITIONAL PERKS!
We are proud to have the best team in our industry. We have experienced a tremendous amount of growth as a company. This growth has served not only our customer base but has also provided significant opportunities for advancement amongst our employees.
Specialty Building Products is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy of Specialty Building Products not to discriminate in hiring and employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, military status, genetic information, or other protected class status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
