Wyndham Hotel Group, hotel giant with an unmatched global presence, is one of three hospitality business units of Wyndham Worldwide. Wea hospitality powerhouse, with 19 iconic brands united by the most generous and simplest rewards program in the business, Wyndham Rewards.
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Summary The Vice President of Systems Strategy and Business Integration is responsible for developing the information technology systems business strategy and systems integration actions for acquired companies in the Wyndham Hotel Group. This role has three senior direct reports (Director and Vice President level) in Distribution Systems, Digital Systems, and Franchise Operations with an extended global team. The role will work closely with every function in Information Technology and across the business to create application and business architectures. The everyday responsibilities will include:
Systems Strategy Responsibilities:
Be an evangelist for change G IT has an opportunity to envision, deliver, and support systems in a business aligned and nimble way; this role will help drive that change
Determine impact of business systems decisions on technical architecture
Develop the overall IT strategy in alignment with the business strategy * Ensure business support effectiveness by collaborating across IT towers to ensure effective IT service delivery
Provide insight on hospitality technology advancements and competitor landscape
Communicate the companyechnology strategy to internal and external stakeholders
Build relationships and interact with business partners across the digital, franchise operations, and distribution systems areas
Hold their teams and partners accountable for project / program delivery
Coach and mentor other IT professionals in the organization
Business Integration Responsibilities:
Lead system due diligence activities
Plan and implement post-merger integration activities
Identify synergies in IT infrastructure, application integration or rationalization, and operating models
Build out and support transition service agreements post close
Deliver industry, market and competitor research
Providing guidance and analytical support for the organization regarding new strategic initiatives and strategic plan execution
Qualifications Cultural Competencies
Building Trust
Develops and champions initiatives that foster open communication
Challenges the status quo and evaluates the effectiveness and impact of communication initiatives
Behaves consistent with organizational vision and values
Demonstrates personal accountability and holds others accountable
Develops and sponsors programs that promote associates
Communication
Creates a sense of excitement and commitment around the message being communicated
Models an open and honest communication style to create an environment of empowerment
Communicates in a timely manner
Presents arguments clearly
Fosters open communication and candid discussions with people at all levels of the organization
Count On Me!
Creates a customer-focused environment in the organization
Develops and strengthens customer relationships and loyalty
Establishes business direction taking into account customerong-term and short-term needs
Becomes a critical element of the customeralue chain & decision making process
Innovation
Creates opportunities and leads change
Views opportunities in terms of their potential long term impact on the organization
Encourages innovation and creativity within the team and the business
Motivates others to change by demonstrating own changed behavior
Background Required - MS/BS in Information Technologies, Business Management or related field
- 15+ years experience managing complex projects through lifecycle
- At least 3 years experience in the hospitality industry
- Strong understanding of multi-platform/services architecture
- Experience in managing enterprise architecture and business process improvement teams
Strong business writing and communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask across multiple projects and work streams
Ability to articulate leading business issues and trends, including the associated technology implications within one or more industries
Strong program management skills with experience managing complex and business critical programs
Demonstrated experience in business process improvement, leveraging information and technology
Ability to work independently and manage complex teams
Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
