Executive, Operational Technology
Type: Direct Hire / Permanent
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Overview
The Executive, Operational Technology serves as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, partnering across the organization to align business strategy with technology execution.
This position leads high-impact initiatives spanning strategic planning, enterprise technology alignment, system selection, vendor negotiations, operational optimization, and growth initiatives. The ideal candidate brings executive presence, deep enterprise technology expertise, and strong consulting capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Advise executive leadership on enterprise technology and operational strategy
Lead complex initiatives from assessment through execution
Align technology investments with long-term business objectives
Facilitate executive workshops and strategy sessions
Business & Technology Assessment
Conduct leadership interviews to assess business and technology environments
Analyze current-state operations and identify performance improvement opportunities
Document business processes, requirements, and findings
Develop strategic recommendations supported by data and analysis
Enterprise Technology & Vendor Strategy
Guide enterprise system selection initiatives
Evaluate and negotiate vendor contracts
Develop technology roadmaps aligned with operational goals
Communication & Program Execution
Deliver executive-level reports and presentations
Establish performance metrics and success measures
Provide program leadership across cross-functional initiatives
Growth & Innovation
Support strategic growth initiatives and proposal development
Contribute to development of tools, frameworks, and intellectual property
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field (Required)
MBA or equivalent advanced degree (Preferred)
Experience
10+ years of progressive leadership experience
Experience working with enterprise technology vendors (Required)
Business consulting experience (Preferred)
Strong background in enterprise technology strategy and operational alignment (Required)
Skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to operate at both strategic and detailed execution levels
Executive presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
Why This Opportunity
This is a senior-level opportunity to shape enterprise technology strategy and operational effectiveness within a growing organization. The position offers meaningful impact, executive-level collaboration, and the ability to drive long-term transformation.