VP/Head of Technology

Description :

Role Overview :

The VP / Head of Technology will lead Powerweaves technology function across engineering, product development, cloud infrastructure, security, and AI-led initiatives.

This role focuses on delivering scalable, high-quality technology solutions across Powerweaves core verticals including eCommerce, Procurement & e-Sourcing, ERP integrations, Sustainability/ESG, and Business Services.

This leader will drive execution, ensure technical excellence, modernize platforms, and collaborate closely with business and delivery teams.

Roles and Responsibilities :

Technology Execution & Architecture Leadership :

- Own and execute the technology roadmap aligned with business goals.

- Build and maintain scalable architecture supporting multiple verticals.

- Enforce engineering best practices, code quality, performance, and security.

- Lead platform modernization including microservices, cloud-native architecture, API-first systems, and integration frameworks.

Product & Engineering Delivery :

- Manage multi-product engineering teams across eCommerce platforms, procurement systems, ERP integrations, analytics, and ESG solutions.

- Own the full SDLC requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, support.

- Implement Agile, DevOps, CI/CD for faster releases and improved reliability.

- Oversee product/platform interoperability across all Powerweave systems.

Vertical-Specific Technology Leadership :

Procurement Tech :

- Lead architecture and enhancements of procurement and indirect spend platforms.

- Ensure interoperability with SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle, MS Dynamics, etc.

eCommerce :

- Drive development of scalable B2B/B2C commerce platforms, headless commerce, marketplace integrations, and personalization capabilities.

Sustainability/ESG :

- Support development of GHG tracking, reporting systems, and sustainability analytics platforms.

Business Services :

- Enhance operational platforms with automation, workflow management, dashboards, and AI-driven efficiency tools.

Data, Cloud, Security & Infrastructure :

- Own cloud infrastructure strategy (Azure/AWS/GCP).

- Ensure adherence to compliance standards (SOC2, ISO 27001, GDPR).

- Lead cybersecurity policies, monitoring, threat detection, and recovery planning.

- Drive observability, cost optimization, and system scalability.

AI, Automation & Innovation :

- Integrate AI/ML, analytics, and automation into product platforms and service delivery.

- Build frameworks for workflow automation, supplier analytics, personalization, and operational efficiency.

- Lead R&D for emerging tech aligned to business needs.

Leadership & Team Management :

- Lead and mentor engineering managers, architects, developers, QA, and DevOps.

- Drive a culture of ownership, innovation, continuous learning, and performance accountability.

- Build capability development frameworks and internal talent pipelines.

Stakeholder Collaboration :

- Partner with Sales, Delivery, Product, and Business Teams to align technology outcomes with customer needs.

- Ensure transparent reporting on project status, risks, and technology KPIs.

- Manage vendor relationships, technology partnerships, and external consultants.

Education, Training, Skills, and Experience Requirements :

Experience & Background :

- 16+ years in technology execution roles, including 5 to 7 years in senior leadership.

- Strong background in multi-product engineering for B2B platforms or enterprise systems.

- Proven delivery experience across : eCommerce, ERP integrations, procurement platforms, ESG solutions, and automation.

Technical Skills :

- Expertise in cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), microservices architecture, API frameworks.

- Strong grasp of procurement tech, ERP integrations, eCommerce platforms, and enterprise-scale systems.

- Hands-on exposure to AI/ML, automation tools, data engineering, and analytics stacks.

- Strong understanding of security, compliance, scalability, performance engineering.

Leadership Competencies :

- Execution-focused technology leadership.

- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

- Ability to lead distributed teams, manage complexity, and drive measurable outcomes.

- Innovation mindset with practical implementation capability.

Education :

- Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent.

- Additional leadership education (MBA or similar) is a plus, not mandatory.

Travel Requirements :

- Occasional travel for client meetings, technology reviews, or global delivery coordination.