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11307BR

PRS Facility Location:

Pueblo, CO Recycling - 284

Job Purpose:

The VP of IT - Enterprise Services is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the global ERP organization, ensuring seamless integration and support across multiple platforms for manufacturing, procurement, distribution, financials, and HR. This leader also manages the HRIS function, Project Management Office (PMO), Software Asset Management, IT financial operations, and enterprise-wide digital solutions including CRM platforms. The role demands a visionary leader with proven technical expertise, operational excellence, and a strong ability to align technology initiatives with business goals.

Req ID:

11307BR

Company Description:

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.

Education / Training:

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

Job Title:

Vice President, IT - Enterprise Svcs

City:

Pueblo

Key Job Elements:

-Oversee global ERP platforms (SAP, Infor, Microsoft Dynamics) that support factories, procurement, distribution centers, and financial operations. Ensure ERP systems are optimized for performance, scalability, and compliance across regions.

-Lead HRIS strategy and operations, ensuring alignment with global HR policies and employee lifecycle management.

-Drive the vision and execution of enterprise digital solutions, including CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce).

-Collaborate with business units to identify opportunities for digital transformation and customer engagement.

-Lead the IT PMO to ensure consistent project delivery methodologies, governance, and portfolio management.

-Oversee strategic initiatives and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.

-Manage software licensing, compliance, and vendor relationships. Oversee IT budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance tracking.

-Partner with global business leaders to understand needs and translate them into technology solutions. Build and lead a high-performing, geographically distributed team. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience:

Strategic Leadership

•Ensure reliable and highly available IT services using best-in-class service level management practices, adapting to changing business requirements.

•Drive enterprise-wide ERP strategy, including governance, architecture, and integration with related systems and technologies.

•Lead and Mentor IT PMO ensuring IT delivery is strategically aligned, resource optimized, adequately governed and meeting objectives using metrics.

Talent and Organizational Development

•Lead, mentor and develop high-performing IT teams, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.

•Direct global teams to effectively implement and deliver technology solutions supporting business goals and strategic objectives.

•Effectively identifies critical roles and skills needed for future IT initiatives; Fosters a culture of continuous learning and innovation, including establishing programs for upskilling, reskilling, and career pathing.

Operational Excellence

•Manage multiple priorities and deliver solutions that address enterprise needs and differentiated business capabilities.

•Champion continuous transformation and innovation to maintain competitive advantage and operational excellence.

Financial and Vendor Management

•Develop and manage multi-million-dollar IT budgets, drive service delivery efficiencies and support technological growth initiatives.

•Oversee vendor relationships and contracts to ensure strategic alignment and value delivery.

Business Relationship Management

•Build strong cross-functional relationships and influence decisions across matrixed environments.

•Partners with business units to align technology roadmaps with business capabilities.

EEO:

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Benefits:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**

+ Competitive Salary

+ 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)

+ Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance

+ Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money

+ Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Paid Vacation

+ Paid Holidays

+ Paid Time-Off (PTO)

+ Employee Assistance Plan

+ Education Assistance Program

+ Employee Recognition Programs

+ Site specific Production and Incentive Plans

+ Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans

+ Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

_*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits._

_**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines._

Job Category:

Executive

State::

Colorado

Summary Pay Range:

$180,000 - $285,000