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Project44 is a PE-backed SaaS company transforming global supply chains through its Decision Intelligence Platform, Movement. The company combines AI-powered logistics data with real-time insights to help enterprises connect, see, act, and automate intelligently across their supply chains. Headquartered in Chicago with a second hub in Bengaluru, project44 serves enterprise customers and is scaling rapidly toward IPO readiness.
The Vice President of AI Operations & GIS will lead the company's global IT and enterprise applications strategy, combining strategic vision with hands-on execution. This role owns critical platforms including NetSuite (ERP), Salesforce (CRM), and UKG (HRIS), as well as IT infrastructure, cybersecurity alignment, and the broader enterprise applications portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
IT & Business Systems Leadership: Define and execute a global IT and enterprise applications roadmap aligned with business growth. Oversee NetSuite, Salesforce, UKG, collaboration platforms, and core IT infrastructure. Ensure systems are secure, scalable, and designed for a rapidly expanding SaaS business. Establish policies, governance, and best practices for IT and enterprise applications.
Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner with Finance, HR, Operations, Legal, and Engineering to modernize core processes, integrate and automate systems, and ensure security, compliance, and reliability at scale. Deliver measurable business outcomes while preparing the company for IPO-readiness and future growth.
Team Leadership: Build and develop a high-performing Enterprise Business Systems (EBS) team. Blend a player-coach mindset with the ability to scale and empower talent. Foster a culture of accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement.
Strategic Initiatives: Drive digital transformation and automation across the enterprise. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Optimize IT spend and ROI. Lead technology modernization efforts that support rapid scaling.
Relocation assistance is available for candidates willing to relocate to Chicago.
Requirements:
The posting does not explicitly state years of experience, required certifications, or specific educational credentials in the provided excerpt. However, the role expects:
- Proven experience leading global IT and enterprise applications at scale
- Deep expertise with NetSuite, Salesforce, and HRIS platforms (UKG or similar)
- Strong background in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity governance, and compliance
- Experience in PE-backed or high-growth SaaS environments
- Demonstrated ability to build and scale high-performing teams
- Strategic mindset combined with hands-on execution capability
- Experience preparing companies for IPO or major growth milestones
