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**Director, IT Transformation - Operations & Functions (Wroclaw, Poland)****Life Unlimited.** At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. **About the Role**We are seeking a **strategic, influential, and execution‑focused Director of IT Transformation** to serve as the operational and strategic partner to the Vice President of IT Operations & Functions. This position functions as a chief‑of‑staff–type role and plays a critical part in driving clarity, execution discipline, and operational excellence across a complex global IT portfolio.You will oversee a broad landscape of transformation initiatives, financial governance, cross‑functional alignment, and portfolio performance—while ensuring senior leaders have the visibility, insights, and rigor required to make informed decisions. This is a high‑impact role suited for a strong communicator with executive presence, analytical depth, and the ability to influence at SVP level.**What You Will Do:****Strategic & Operational Partnership*** Serve as the VPs trusted advisor, anticipating issues, surfacing risks, and providing proactive insight across a significant operational portfolio.* Represent the VP in senior‑level forums and discussions when needed.**Portfolio, Program & Value Oversight*** Lead and coordinate a global portfolio of initiatives, partnering closely with senior directors and the Global IT PPMO.* Track progress, identify issues early, drive resolutions, and ensure portfolio alignment with strategic priorities.* Support annual and multi‑year planning cycles, prioritization, and value realization reporting.**Financial Leadership*** Lead P-&L management, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly financial reviews.* Identify cost optimization opportunities and investment trade‑offs while maintaining strong financial discipline.* Work cross‑functionally with Finance and Procurement to ensure accurate reporting and spend visibility.**Business Reviews & Governance*** Own the Management Operating System, including **Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs)**.* Build executive‑level presentations, KPI dashboards, and performance scorecards.* Enable disciplined, repeatable governance and reporting practices across the IT function.**Process Improvement & Transformation*** Drive process mapping, digitization, and continuous improvement efforts—especially for office‑based IT workflows (procurement, SOW creation, operational processes).* Operate with a Lean/OpEx mindset focused on efficiency, transparency, and simplification.**Experience*** 10+ years in IT operations, PMO, transformation, consulting, business management, or similar strategic roles.* Strong financial acumen and deep experience driving process improvement.* Background in transformation, Big Four advisory, operational excellence, or enterprise governance strongly preferred.* Executive presence with confidence to operate at senior leadership and SVP engagement levels.* Outstanding communication, collaboration, and influencing abilities.* Highly organized with strong analytical, reporting, and presentation‑building skills.* Proven ability to navigate a matrixed global environment and manage a large, diverse project landscape.**Location: Wroclaw, Poland (hybrid)****Education & Certifications*** Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or master’s preferred.* PMI, SAFe, Agile certifications desirable.**Working Model*** **Preferred location: Wrocław, Poland*** **Hybrid model** for candidates located near Wrocław.* Global scope with occasional international travel (10–15%).**You Unlimited.**We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.* **Inclusion and Belonging-**Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about on our website ( ).* **Your Future:** 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Reimbursement* **Work/Life Balance:** Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day* **Your Wellbeing:** Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program* **Flexibility:** Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)* **Training:** Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship* **Extra Perks:** Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!Stay connected by joining our .Were more than just a company - were a community! Follow us on to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day. Check us out on for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into **You. Unlimited.**, life, culture, and benefits at S+N.Explore our and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer.Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential.From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nephew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude we work together to win. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited.
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