Role Overview for Chief Digital Officer with a Global Manufacturer – New York, NY
JRG Partners is proud to partner with a prestigious, multi-billion dollar global manufacturing leader in their search for a transformative Chief Digital Officer (CDO). Based in their corporate headquarters in New York, NY, this executive will serve as the cornerstone of the company’s next evolutionary phase. Our client is at a pivotal moment, poised to redefine their industry by fully embracing the power of digital innovation. The CDO will not just be a technology leader but a strategic business partner to the CEO and the executive team, responsible for envisioning, articulating, and executing a comprehensive digital transformation strategy that will touch every facet of the organization.
This is a unique opportunity to build a digital-first culture from the ground up within a well-established and highly successful enterprise. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader with a proven track record of driving significant change and delivering measurable business results through technology. You will be empowered to challenge the status quo, champion new ideas, and build a world-class digital organization. Your work will directly impact operational efficiency, enhance customer engagement, create new revenue streams, and solidify our client’s position as an industry innovator for decades to come. You will be the driving force behind integrating cutting-edge technologies like IoT, AI, and advanced data analytics into the core of their manufacturing and business processes, revolutionizing how they design, produce, and deliver products to a global market.
Key Responsibilities of Chief Digital Officer with a Global Manufacturer – New York, NY
The Chief Digital Officer will have a broad and impactful mandate. Key responsibilities include:
Digital Strategy & Transformation Roadmap
Develop, articulate, and execute a clear and compelling company-wide digital vision and long-term strategy. This involves collaborating with the C-suite and board of directors to ensure the digital roadmap is fully aligned with overarching business goals, market opportunities, and competitive pressures. You will be responsible for creating a multi-year plan that prioritizes digital initiatives based on ROI, strategic importance, and feasibility, ensuring buy-in from all key stakeholders.
Executive Leadership & Team Building
Act as a key member of the executive leadership team, providing expert counsel on all digital matters. You will build, mentor, and lead a high-performance, cross-functional digital team encompassing data science, digital marketing, e-commerce, UX/UI, and technology innovation. Fostering a culture of collaboration, agility, and continuous learning will be paramount to your success.
Innovation and Technology Integration
Champion a culture of innovation across the enterprise. You will constantly scan the horizon for emerging technologies and assess their potential application within the manufacturing environment. This includes leading the charge on initiatives related to Industry 4.0 and the future of manufacturing, such as implementing smart factory solutions, leveraging the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) for predictive maintenance, and deploying AI/ML models to optimize supply chain logistics and production planning.
Enhancing the Digital Customer Experience (CX)
Reimagine and optimize the end-to-end customer journey across all digital touchpoints. This includes overseeing the strategy and execution of B2B and B2C e-commerce platforms, developing sophisticated digital marketing and personalization capabilities, and utilizing customer data to deliver a seamless, intuitive, and value-added experience that drives loyalty and growth.
Operational Excellence through Digitalization
Partner closely with the Chief Operating Officer and supply chain leaders to identify and implement digital solutions that drive significant improvements in operational efficiency, quality, and safety. You will spearhead projects to digitize workflows, automate processes, and provide real-time data visibility across the entire value chain, from procurement and inventory management to manufacturing and distribution.
Data-Driven Culture & Advanced Analytics
Establish and govern the enterprise’s data strategy. You will be the primary advocate for making data a core strategic asset, building out the company’s capabilities in business intelligence, data warehousing, and advanced analytics. Your leadership will enable the organization to move from descriptive reporting to predictive and prescriptive insights that inform critical business decisions.
Change Management and Digital Adoption
Lead the organizational change required to become a digital-first enterprise. This involves developing comprehensive change management plans, communicating the digital vision effectively at all levels of the organization, and creating training and development programs to upskill the workforce and ensure widespread adoption of new digital tools and processes.
P&L and Performance Management
Own the P&L for all digital initiatives. You will be responsible for developing business cases, securing funding, managing the digital budget, and establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and financial return of all digital investments.
Requirements for the Chief Digital Officer with a Global Manufacturer – New York, NY
The successful candidate will be an accomplished executive with a deep understanding of both business strategy and digital technology. Specific qualifications include:
Executive Experience
A minimum of 15+ years of professional experience, with at least 7-10 years in a senior leadership role (e.g., CDO, VP of Digital, CIO with a transformation focus) overseeing digital strategy and execution for a large, complex organization.
Industry Background
Direct experience within the manufacturing, industrial, automotive, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) sectors is strongly preferred. A deep appreciation for the complexities of global supply chains, production environments, and B2B/B2C sales channels is essential.
Educational Foundation
A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Engineering is required. An MBA or other advanced degree is highly preferred.
Transformational Leadership
A demonstrated history of successfully leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives from conception through to execution, resulting in significant and measurable business impact. You must be an expert in change management and possess the executive presence to influence and align stakeholders across all functions and levels, including the Board of Directors.
Technical & Business Acumen
Deep expertise across the digital landscape, including e-commerce platforms, digital marketing stacks (SEO, SEM, CRM), data analytics and BI tools, cloud computing (Azure, AWS), ERP systems (SAP preferred), and emerging technologies like AI/ML and IoT. Crucially, you must be able to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language and strategic value.
Global Mindset
Experience working in a global organization with a distributed workforce and diverse market dynamics. The ability to navigate cultural nuances and lead international teams is critical.
Personal Attributes
A visionary and strategic thinker with a bias for action. You are highly analytical, data-driven, and results-oriented. You possess exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. You are resilient, adaptable, and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Benefits & Perks Offered
Our client is committed to attracting and retaining top-tier talent and offers a highly competitive and comprehensive compensation package, including:
- Highly competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
- Substantial annual performance-based bonus.
- Long-term incentive plan with significant equity participation.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents.
- Generous 401(k) retirement plan with a strong company match.
- Excellent paid time off (PTO), including vacation, sick days, and company holidays.
- Executive-level professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
- Relocation assistance package for qualified candidates.
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can make a lasting impact.
How to Apply
JRG Partners is exclusively managing this executive search. To be considered for this career-defining opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and vision for digital transformation in the manufacturing sector. We are committed to a confidential and respectful recruitment process.
As specialists in connecting elite talent with transformative leadership roles, JRG Partners understands the unique challenges and opportunities in this space. To learn more about our expertise in this domain, please visit our Digital Transformation practice area. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how you can lead our client into their digital future.
