Technologies-MIS Director

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The MIS Director is responsible for overseeing the IT business relationship with the ALL departments in the organization.

This position manages five groups/teams within the IT department and ensures the successful development, implementation, and maintenance of entire MIS systems and technologies.

The Management Information Systems Director main goal is to be the trusted advisors to the organization, leading by mastering technology and understanding the entire business processes, relationship, and all related information.

Additionally, this role manages external vendors and 3rd party tools.

The MIS is responsible for financial systems, HR systems, Business applications, CRM & Open platform systems where MIS R&D group is developing required systems.

The group is global (3 sites).

Responsibilities

• IT Business Relationship with entire organization Departments:
• Establish and maintain a strong partnership with the customers to understand their technology needs and align them with the overall IT strategy.
• Collaborate with all stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and enhanced functionality within MIS systems.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration
• Manage MIS groups and teams:
• Supervise and provide leadership to the MIS teams within the IT information systems department.
• Set clear goals and objectives for each team and drive them towards successful delivery.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment, promoting professional development and knowledge-sharing among team members.
• Ensure proper resource allocation and workload management across the teams.
• Oversee MIS Roadmap:
• Develop and maintain the roadmap, outlining the strategic direction for MIS systems and technologies.
• Identify and prioritize initiatives for systems enhancements, new feature development, and systems implementations.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, to ensure alignment with organizational goals and priorities.
• Monitor and report on the progress of initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and effective resource utilization.
• Act as a Trusted Advisor:
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in MIS, providing expertise and guidance to stakeholders.
• Proactively identify opportunities to leverage technology to optimize processes, improve data integrity, and enhance user experience.
• Collaborate with organization leadership to define best practices, standards, and policies for all information systems and data management.
• Provide consultation and recommendations to stakeholders based on a deep understanding of technology capabilities and business processes.
• Manage External Vendors and 3rd Party Tools:
• Oversee vendor selection processes and manage vendor relationships.
• Evaluate and negotiate contracts with external vendors, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with business requirements.
• Collaborate with vendors to optimize system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement upgrades or system integrations.
• Stay informed about industry trends and innovations related to infromation systems and recommend appropriate 3rd party tools to enhance system capabilities.
• Shape the MIS Group:
• Assess and manage employees' skills within the group, identifying training needs and facilitating professional development opportunities.
• Define and maintain a clear organization structure, ensuring roles and responsibilities align with business needs and promote efficiency.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the group, encouraging creative thinking and collaboration.
  

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in managing information systems.
• Strong knowledge of organization business processes and practices.
• Proven experience in managing big teams/groups and creating a positive work environment.
• Proven experience in work with senior managers within the organizations you worked in
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives concurrently.
• Sound understanding of vendor management and contract negotiation.
• In addition:
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• The ability to speak the language of technical and non-technical users
• The ability to bridge technology and business
• Communication and interpersonal skills