Associate Director, US IT
Galderma Laboratories

Job Info

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Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Job Title: Associate Director of US IT

Location: Boston, Dallas

Job Description

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced IT Associate Director to oversee our IT operations in the US. This role is crucial in leading our IT strategy, ensuring robust operations, and driving technological innovation across the region.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, extensive IT management experience, and a strategic mindset to align IT initiatives with business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Management: Lead the implementation of IT strategy within the region, driving priorities and delivering systems and applications development. Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the IT team. Oversee recruitment and development of IT staff in the US region. Act as an IT business partner to other US leadership team members.
• Project and Application Management: Maintain the local project portfolio and ensure the successful deployment, support, and maintenance of IT applications. Manage IT projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align projects with business needs. Support the ERP team in aligning priorities for the US ERP platform (Oracle) with key stakeholders in Finance and Supply Chain.
• IT Operations: Manage and control vendor and supplier services. Oversee end-user support and ensure proper escalation to Galderma IT support or third parties. Ensure the reliability, security, and efficiency of IT infrastructure, following global standards and strategy. Utilize IT service management across the organization.
• Communication and Reporting: Communicate with local market management on corporate IT projects and assist in local implementations. Prepare performance reports for upper management. Advise local market management on IT-related matters to support sustainable growth.
• Security and Compliance: Ensure IT security and compliance with corporate standards, security rules, and IT policies.
• Finance: Monitor and control local IT budget trends and actuals, ensuring cost-effective use of resources. Assist in defining local IT budgets and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Training and Guidance: Guide and train management and supervisors on IT topics. Organize and implement training programs for staff across the region. Facilitate the sharing and use of IT best practices.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience in a senior IT leadership role (minimum 8 years).
• Strong background in IT, with significant presence in the Life Sciences industry being a plus.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in IT infrastructure, tools, and applications.
• Demonstrated project and portfolio management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent relationship management, problem-solving, and negotiating skills.
• Experience in regional ownership of IT security activities (training, awareness, policies, assessment, etc.).

What We Offer:

• A diverse and inclusive work environment that reflects the perspectives of our diverse customer base.
• Competitive compensation package with bonus structure and extended benefits.
• Hybrid work culture.
• Participation in feedback loops to establish a personalized career path.
• A growing company that believes in ownership from day one, empowering everyone to grow and take on accountability.

Next Steps

• If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter.
• The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager
• The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team

Our people make a difference
At Galderma, you'll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.

Employer's Rights:
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not an employment contract, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

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