Chief Information Officer

Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company - at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.

A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers - ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.

As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.

Role Overview:

Trinseo is seeking a transformational, hands-on Chief Information Officer (CIO) to shape and lead the company's technology strategy and execution across Enterprise Applications, IT Infrastructure, Cyber Security, Compliance, and IT Strategy & Planning. Reporting to the Executive Vice President and CFO, the CIO will build and lead a world-class IT organization aligned to the business and growth strategy-while modernizing infrastructure, advancing pragmatic and effective cybersecurity, strengthening governance, and creating a reliable, agile, and cost-effective IT platform globally. Deep SAP expertise is required, including experience across multiple implementations.

This leader will develop and grow a high-performing, results-oriented IT team, execute major strategic programs, communicate clearly at all levels, and build strong cross-functional partnerships to integrate business strategy with IT capabilities.

1) Strategy, Modernization & Business Value

Lead IT strategic and operational planning to achieve organizational goals by fostering innovation, prioritizing initiatives, and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future IT systems.

Advise and counsel leadership on technology opportunities that deliver competitive advantage and/or financial impact.

Drive continuous modernization of IT infrastructure and the overall IT platform to support a reliable and agile enterprise.

2) AI, Digital Technology & Data Governance

Own and lead the enterprise AI and digital technology agenda, defining the strategy, priorities, and execution roadmap in direct alignment with overall business objectives.

Actively drive the adoption and effective use of AI and digital capabilities across the organization, ensuring solutions are pragmatic, scalable, and deliver measurable business value.

Establish and enforce robust data governance policies and standards to ensure data quality, security, compliance, and responsible use of AI.

Champion a data- and analytics-driven culture by embedding insights into business discussions and decision-making, with disciplined ROI analysis guiding investment and execution decisions.

3) Operating Model, Governance, and Financial Stewardship

Assess and recommend improvements or re-engineering of the IT organization, identifying opportunities to optimize systems and resources (staffing, sourcing, purchasing, and/or development) in a fiscally responsible manner.

Assess and communicate risks associated with IT investments.

Own development, tracking, and management of IT operating and capital budgets; review hardware/software acquisition and maintenance contracts and pursue master agreements to drive economies of scale.

Establish governance frameworks for digital transformation initiatives to ensure alignment with organizational goals and minimize risk.

4) Enterprise Applications & SAP Roadmap (Including S/4HANA)

Establish a roadmap for effective business systems evolution, including the next-phase evolution and implementation of SAP S/4HANA.

Coordinate consultation with internal stakeholders to define business and system requirements for new technology implementations.

Lead selection, acquisition, development, and installation of major systems, including business case justification and cost/benefit analysis for IT investments.

Enhance IT governance to ensure predictable, reliable implementation and strong project management so initiatives deliver expected results on time, within scope, and within budget.

5) Cybersecurity, Risk, and Compliance

Design and maintain an effective cybersecurity program that protects company assets in a cost-justified manner and ensures compliance.

Manage risk across business IT systems and underlying infrastructure.

6) Service Delivery & Standards

Define and communicate organizational plans, policies, and standards for acquiring, implementing, and operating IT systems.

Ensure continuous delivery of IT services through oversight of service level agreements with internal customers and monitoring of IT systems performance.

7) Leadership, Talent Development & Change Enablement

Lead and develop a global IT organization (60+ team members including internal, contractor, and outsourced resources), setting goals, operating procedures, and strengthening the talent pipeline through recruitment, training, and mentorship.

Drive leaders to re-examine how work is done, challenge assumptions, and mentor the business on how to harness IT resources effectively.

Develop strategy for building user knowledge, including effective and repeatable end-user training.

Education

A bachelor's degree in information technology, management information system or related field. Master's or MBA degree is preferred.

Desired Experience

15+ years of successful information technology leadership experience in a large, multi-location, global and complex environment. At least 5 years' experience in manufacturing or chemical industry is required.
• Demonstrated experience in architecting business solutions using a global SAP footprint.
• IT turnaround/optimization experience preferred, including right-sizing and foundational IT governance (e.g., budgetary, project management, business-aligned IT demand management, strategic supplier relationships, etc.).
• Deep experience partnering with business leaders at all levels of the organization to ensure transformation efforts are fully adopted by the organization. Proven ability to challenge, motivate and partner with the executive leadership team to foster innovation and lead change.
• Ability to build, motivate and lead a diverse team of global IT professionals.
• Experience in identifying and effectively utilizing data-based decision making to improve business performance.
• Outstanding people leader, capable of attracting, developing, and retaining IT talent and building a performance-driven culture.

Core Competencies

• Commitment to customer with a passion for results
• Very clear communicator within the IT team and across various levels and other business units
• Ability to fuse business and technology strategy; strategic, consultative, and collaborative approach
• Hands-on leadership; agile, adaptable, and resilient; capacity for change
• Sets goals, holds people accountable, and is skilled at positive confrontation
• Values-based leadership style and organizational capability with a focus on developing talent and leading cultural change where needed

Equity And Inclusion

With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.