Director of Strategic Initiatives & Governance

Spartronics Director, Strategic Initiatives & GovernanceWork Location: Spartronics; Fairport, NYTravel Requirements: Up to 30%Citizenship Requirement- US Citizen OnlyAbout Us:Spartronics is a leading provider of product design and manufacturing services, specializing in high-mix, low-volume production for complex electronic and electromechanical devices. We serve critical industries, including medical, aerospace, defense, and space applications. Our mission is to provide world-class manufacturing solutions with a commitment to quality and integrity.About the Role:The Director of Strategic Initiatives & Governance is a senior individual contributor responsible for driving enterprise-wide bringing structure, prioritization, and execution discipline to the company’s most critical initiatives.Current initiatives include regulatory compliance (CMMC), enterprise system deployments (D365 ERP, FactoryLogix, Arena), cloud and tenant transformations (Microsoft O365 GCCHigh to Commercial), data and analytics platforms (Snowflake, Power BI), AI deployments and governance, and a growing portfolio of Power Platform and infrastructure projects.This role ensures these initiatives are properly defined, sequenced, and governed while aligning cross-functional stakeholders across operations, IT, engineering, and business functions, and enabling executive leadership to make clear, timely investment and prioritization decisions.Key Responsibilities-Enterprise Governance & IntakeEstablish a single intake and prioritization model across all initiative types (compliance, cyber, ERP, infra, apps)Define what qualifies as a “strategic initiative” vs. “lights-on” project workEnsure consistent business cases, scope clarity, and success metricsHelp prevent fragmentation between ERP, PLM, MES, Cyber, and Analytics projectsEnsure alignment of all initiatives to enterprise strategy, customer commitments, and operational capacity across manufacturing sitesExecutive Steering & Portfolio ManagementStand up and facilitate an IT Executive Steering committee aligned to enterprise prioritiesHelp drive prioritization across competing demands:compliance vs. growthplant needs vs. enterprise standardsspeed vs. riskPresent clear tradeoffs and recommendations to leadershipEnable data-driven decision making by incorporating financial, operational, and resource impact into prioritization discussions.Initiative Structuring (Hands-On)Work directly with initiative owners to:Turn loosely defined efforts into structured programsClarify dependencies (e.g., ERP, Analytics, Power Apps)Identify sequencing conflicts across plants and systemsEnsure initiatives are sequenced appropriately to minimize disruption to manufacturing operations and customer delivery commitments.Portfolio VisibilityCreate a single, trusted enterprise portfolio view, including:Status, risks, and interdependenciesResource constraints across shared teamsHighlight systemic risks (e.g., overloading plants, IT bandwidth conflicts)Execution Discipline & StandardsIntroduce just enough structure to improve outcomes:Standard templates (charters, status, risk logs)Clear ownership and accountability modelsDrive accountability across initiative owners and functional leaders to ensure delivery against defined outcomeContinuously improve governance processes to scale with organizational growth and increasing initiative complexityEnterprise Transformation EnablementSupport execution of enterprise transformation initiatives including ERP, MES, PLM, data/analytics platforms, and compliance programsEnsure alignment between digital transformation efforts and operational realities within a multi-site manufacturing environmentQualificationsEducation- Bachelor's degree in relevant field8+ years of experience in strategic initiatives, PMO, transformation, or operations leadershipExperience in manufacturing, EMS, or multi-site operational environments strongly preferredDemonstrated ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive cross-functional alignmentExperience with enterprise systems (ERP, MES, PLM) and/or digital transformation initiatives preferredCitizenship Requirements- Must be a US Citizen for this position.Compensation- This position is an exempt role with a salary range of $145,000-$175,000/annually with an ICP bonus of 30%. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as years of relevant experience, Education, Certifications, and specific expertise in the electronics manufacturing industry.Our Benefits:Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans.HSA/FSA Options.401(k) with company match.Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) promote a healthy work-life balance and improve overall well-being.Company-paid life and disability insurance equal to one times your annual salary, with options to increase coverage amounts.Basic Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance (company paid), with options to increase coverage amounts.Voluntary insurance plans at a group discount.Employee Assistance Program.Tuition Reimbursement Program.Opportunities to grow and excel in the Electronics Manufacturing industry at a company that values promotions and learning from within. Every day is different, challenging, and rewardingHow to ApplyReady to take the next step in your career? Please submit thru the external link to our ATS your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.Spartronics is an equal opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled 41 CFR 60-1.4. We comply with federal Affirmative Action guidelines in all employment opportunities for qualified employees and applicants. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.