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# VP, Supply Chain Technology with a FinTech Platform – Charlotte, NC


Role Overview for VP, Supply Chain Technology with a FinTech Platform – Charlotte, NC
JRG Partners is proud to partner exclusively with a disruptive, high-growth FinTech platform that is reshaping the landscape of global trade and commerce. Located in the vibrant financial hub of Charlotte, NC, our client is on a mission to inject liquidity, transparency, and efficiency into complex supply chains through an innovative technology-driven financial ecosystem. We are seeking a transformative leader to join their executive team as the Vice President of Supply Chain Technology.
This is not a traditional supply chain role. This is a unique and career-defining opportunity to operate at the critical intersection of physical logistics and digital finance. The VP of Supply Chain Technology will be the chief architect and visionary leader responsible for the entire technology strategy that underpins the company’s supply chain finance products. You will command a multidisciplinary team of engineers, product managers, and data scientists to build, scale, and optimize a world-class platform that provides essential financing solutions—such as trade finance, invoice factoring, and dynamic discounting—to businesses of all sizes.
Reporting directly to the Chief Technology Officer, you will be a key member of the leadership team, responsible for translating the company’s ambitious business goals into a tangible, scalable, and secure technology roadmap. Your work will directly empower businesses to unlock working capital, mitigate risks, and strengthen relationships with their suppliers. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise, a profound understanding of supply chain dynamics, and a passion for leveraging technology to solve complex financial problems. You are a builder, a mentor, and a leader who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is excited by the challenge of revolutionizing a multi-trillion dollar industry.
Key Responsibilities of VP, Supply Chain Technology with a FinTech Platform – Charlotte, NC
Strategic Vision and Technology Roadmap
Define, articulate, and execute the long-term technology vision and strategic roadmap for all supply chain finance products. Collaborate with the executive team to ensure technology strategy aligns with and drives corporate objectives, market opportunities, and client needs.
Product Development and Innovation
Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of the technology platform, from conceptualization and design through development, deployment, and continuous iteration. Champion agile methodologies to foster rapid innovation and deliver high-quality, market-leading solutions.
Team Leadership and Mentorship
Build, scale, and mentor a world-class, high-performing technology organization. Cultivate a culture of technical excellence, ownership, and collaboration. Provide guidance and career development for a diverse team of software engineers, data scientists, QA professionals, and product managers.
Scalable Architecture and Systems Design
Architect and oversee the development of a robust, scalable, and highly available platform capable of processing immense volumes of transactional data. Ensure the system is built on modern principles, including microservices, API-first design, and cloud-native infrastructure.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Serve as the primary technology partner to business leaders across Sales, Operations, Finance, and Risk departments. Translate complex business requirements into detailed technical specifications and ensure seamless execution.
Data Strategy and Analytics
Harness the power of data to drive decision-making and product innovation. Develop and implement a comprehensive data strategy, leveraging AI and machine learning for predictive risk modeling, fraud detection, and optimizing capital allocation within the supply chain.
Third-Party Integrations
Spearhead the strategy for integrating the platform with a wide array of external systems, including client ERPs (e.g., SAP, Oracle), transportation management systems (TMS), warehouse management systems (WMS), and various banking and financial networks.
Security, Compliance, and Governance
Uphold the highest standards of security and data privacy. Ensure the platform adheres to all relevant financial regulations and compliance standards (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001). Implement robust governance and risk management frameworks.
Market and Technology Intelligence
Act as the internal subject matter expert on emerging trends in both FinTech and supply chain management. Continuously evaluate new technologies, vendors, and methodologies to maintain the company’s competitive edge, staying informed by resources like Gartner’s analysis of supply chain technology trends.
Budget and Resource Management
Develop and manage the technology department’s budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources to achieve strategic goals. Oversee vendor relationships and contract negotiations.
Requirements for the VP, Supply Chain Technology with a FinTech Platform – Charlotte, NC
Executive Experience
A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in technology roles, with at least 7 years in a senior leadership capacity (Director, VP, or equivalent) managing significant technology teams and budgets.
Domain Expertise
Deep, demonstrable expertise in both supply chain technology and financial services is essential. Direct experience in a FinTech company, particularly one focused on trade finance, B2B payments, or supply chain finance, is strongly preferred.
Technical Acumen
A strong software engineering background with hands-on experience in architecting and building complex, enterprise-scale platforms. Proficient in modern technology stacks, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), API design, data architecture, and cybersecurity principles.
Proven Leadership
A track record of successfully building, leading, and inspiring high-performing, and preferably distributed, engineering and product teams. Experience scaling a technology organization during a period of rapid growth.
Strategic Mindset
The ability to think strategically at a 30,000-foot level while also being able to dive deep into technical details when necessary. Adept at creating a clear, compelling vision and executing against it.
Educational Background
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field is required. A Master’s degree or MBA is highly advantageous.
Exceptional Communication Skills
Superior verbal, written, and presentation skills. Capable of effectively communicating complex technical concepts to a wide range of audiences, from engineers to the board of directors.
Business Acumen
A strong understanding of business operations, P&L management, and the commercial drivers of a technology company.
Location
Must be based in or willing to relocate to the greater Charlotte, NC area. This role requires regular in-office presence as part of a hybrid work model.
Benefits & Perks Offered
Our client is committed to attracting and retaining top talent by offering a comprehensive and compelling compensation and benefits package, including:

A highly competitive base salary and significant annual performance-based bonus.
A meaningful equity stake in a fast-growing, venture-backed company.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with low employee contributions.
A 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company matching program.
A flexible and generous paid time off (PTO) policy, plus company holidays.
A dedicated annual budget for professional development, conferences, and certifications.
Comprehensive paid parental leave for all new parents.
A monthly wellness stipend to be used for gym memberships, fitness classes, or mental health resources.
A vibrant, collaborative, and inclusive company culture.
A modern, state-of-the-art office located in the heart of Charlotte.
Regularly scheduled team-building events, offsites, and social gatherings.

How to Apply
JRG Partners is the exclusive recruitment firm for this confidential search. If you are a visionary technology leader with the unique blend of supply chain and FinTech expertise required to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.
To be considered, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. For more information about our expertise in this domain, please visit our Supply Chain and Technology practice area page. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing this exciting opportunity with you.