Director, Digital Business Partner

Company: Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.
Location: Dallas
Posted on: May 23, 2025

Job Description:

Director, Digital Business Partner page is loadedDirector, Digital Business PartnerApply locations: Plano, TX; Dallas, TXTime type: Full timePosted on: Posted 2 Days AgoJob requisition id: R6970Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.Our founder, Barc Simpson, established 9 Principles of Business that embody our company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our talented team is dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.Learn about our company culture directly from our team.YOUAs Director, Digital Business Partner, you will play a key leadership role in aligning business objectives with technology product roadmaps, process maturity, data-driven decision making, and initiative execution. This role requires managing complex cross-functional teams, establishing strong business partnerships, driving technology innovation, and ensuring timely & high-quality project delivery that supports the company's long-term vision. Additionally, you will serve as the frontline digital partner for business and department stakeholders on technology roadmap, project prioritization, data-driven decision making, process maturity, business case development, and value delivery.WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (% of Time)Strategy & Business Partnership: (25%)

• Lead the identification, development, and alignment of business objectives with technology solutions & initiatives, based on an understanding of business challenges & opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders across business and departments to maximize opportunities, develop high-quality business cases, prioritize impactful initiatives, and drive change management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders (Sales/Customer, Corporate Departments, Finance & ERP, Operations) to scope initiatives, work with Centers of Excellence for delivery, develop project lookbacks, maintain visibility of value delivery, and promote digital adoption.
• Coordinate with other Digital leadership team members on deliverables related to Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Centers of Excellence, Software Delivery, and Digital Excellence.Development, Innovation & Transformation: (25%)
  • Partner with stakeholders to manage and deliver on the digital transformation roadmap with high-quality solutions.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of technology initiatives, from ideation to continuous improvement, ensuring they meet desired impacts and customer expectations.
  • Work with SMEs and cross-functional teams to gather insights, identify areas for process efficiencies through rationalization, simplification, and automation.
  • Support innovation efforts via technology awareness, POCs, solution demos, industry benchmarks, etc.
  • Manage projects/products to ensure timely delivery within scope and budget, meeting quality standards.
  • Promote data-driven insights and decision-making to enhance productivity, efficiency, and innovation.Project Management (25%)
    • Implement standardized processes for initiative delivery using global templates.
    • Coordinate with regional Digital BP teams to ensure functionality harmonization, especially for shared platforms like SAP.
    • Develop a repeatable project implementation playbook, including scope, milestones, tools, and reporting methods.
    • Manage resources, budgets, and timelines for various portfolios, including enhancements.
    • Create reporting mechanisms, KPIs, analytics, and dashboards for digital initiatives.
    • Track initiative performance, provide updates to leadership, and seek continuous improvement opportunities.Leadership (25%)
      • Provide leadership, mentorship, and development for the Digital Business Partner team.
      • Establish clear goals, performance metrics, and accountability measures.
      • Manage department budgets in collaboration with Centers of Excellence.
      • Foster a high-performance, engaging, collaborative, and innovative team culture aligned with Simpson's values.
      • Support hiring, onboarding, and professional development.
      • Advise executive leadership on technology strategy, team management, and process improvements.
      • Maintain high customer satisfaction through stakeholder engagement, including tools like NPS.DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEIdeal candidates will have:
        • 10+ years of proven digital transformation leadership, managing strategic partnerships, product, or project management in manufacturing.
        • Master's degree or equivalent experience in Business or related fields.
        • Experience in data-driven financial planning, forecasting, and decision-making.
        • Expertise in Agile project/product management methodologies and successful delivery of complex digital initiatives.
        • Strong leadership and team development skills, including mentoring.
        • Excellent relationship-building skills across functions and levels.
        • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
        • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Data analytics tools, Smartsheet, Jira, Azure DevOps, SAP, SAC, Kyriba, Concur, SFDC, Customer Portal, SAP EWM, AGV, Ignition, SIOP, HighQ, ARAS, BI, and others.
        • Action-oriented, resilient, collaborative, customer-focused, results-driven, accountable, trustworthy, and proactive in self-development.
        • Keen analytical skills to understand emerging trends and business value opportunities.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTWhile performing this role, you may frequently sit, talk, hear, and occasionally walk, stand, push, or lift up to 25 lbs.Work EnvironmentThis role operates in a professional office environment with standard office equipment.TravelRequires approximately 25% domestic/international travel.Work Status & LocationFull-time, exempt role based in Plano, TX, with a hybrid work schedule (3 days onsite).RelocationRelocation assistance is not available.Pay$120,900 - $163,200 annually.Rewards at Simpson Strong-TieIncludes competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commissions, comprehensive benefits, and various employee programs. Details at .We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Employment is contingent upon background check and drug screening per federal law.#NowHiring #GetHired #Hiring #HiringNow
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