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Chief Information Officer at Plexus Worldwide

Scottsdale, Arizona, United StatesFull-timeExecutivePosted 26 days ago
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About the Role

<div> <div id="message-list"> <div id="message-list"> <div id="message-list_1774285746.300319"> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Chief Information Officer (CIO)</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>The Role</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The Chief Information Officer (CIO) provides the strategic vision and executive leadership for Plexus' global technology organization, ensuring technology serves as a competitive advantage that accelerates business growth. This role is responsible for the end-to-end strategy, architecture, execution, and optimization of enterprise technology, business systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity, software engineering, and digital innovation across the organization.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CIO partners across every business function to align technology investments with corporate strategy, enabling Plexus' Vision 30 growth objectives and global expansion.</strong> This leader will modernize the organization's technology ecosystem, leverage emerging technologies—including artificial intelligence and automation—and deliver world-class digital experiences for Brand Ambassadors and Customers.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Equally important, the CIO builds and leads a high-performing global technology organization by attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional talent</strong>. This leader fosters a culture of accountability, innovation, continuous learning, and collaboration, empowering teams to embrace emerging technologies while delivering measurable business outcomes.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>This is not a maintenance-focused technology role; it is a transformational leadership opportunity to shape the future of technology for a rapidly growing global organization.</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>This position requires full-time work from our Scottsdale, Arizona headquarters.</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Employee Value Proposition</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Plexus technology as we pursue our Vision 30 to become the world's leading gut health company and achieve&nbsp;<strong>$2 billion in revenue</strong>. As Chief Information Officer, you won't simply maintain technology; you'll define how it accelerates business growth. You'll lead enterprise-wide digital transformation, evaluate and implement emerging technologies to create lasting competitive advantage, and build scalable platforms that power exceptional experiences for millions of Brand Ambassadors and Customers worldwide.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Partnering closely with an exceptional Executive Leadership Team, you'll influence enterprise strategy, support expansion across APAC, LATAM, and Europe, and champion innovation through artificial intelligence, automation, and modern technology. Just as importantly, you'll build and inspire a world-class technology organization by developing exceptional leaders, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning, and empowering your team to deliver measurable business outcomes.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>If you're energized by transforming technology into a strategic competitive advantage, passionate about developing high-performing teams, and excited to leave a legacy on a growing global organization, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of Plexus.</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Key Performance Objectives</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The successful leader will:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Deliver a seamless enterprise transition</strong> to the organization's next-generation virtual office environment while ensuring minimal business disruption.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Launch a best-in-class digital shopping experience</strong> by year-end that enhances the customer experience, scalability, and business performance.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Develop and execute a multi-year global technology roadmap</strong> that supports international expansion, enterprise scalability, and operational excellence.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Build a high-performing technology organization</strong> by strengthening leadership capability, developing technical talent, improving organizational engagement, and creating succession for critical technology roles.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Performance Accountabilities</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Enterprise Technology Strategy &amp; Innovation</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Define and execute the enterprise technology strategy and multi-year roadmap that supports Vision 30 and global business growth.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Drive digital transformation through emerging technologies, including AI, automation, and advanced analytics, creating measurable business value.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Establish technology governance that balances innovation, scalability, operational excellence, and return on investment.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Enterprise Platforms &amp; Operations</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lead the strategy, implementation, and optimization of enterprise applications, digital platforms, infrastructure, and cloud technologies.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ensure secure, reliable, and scalable technology operations that deliver exceptional experiences for Brand Ambassadors, Customers, and employees.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Maintain enterprise cybersecurity, data governance, disaster recovery, and regulatory compliance across global operations.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Leadership &amp; Organizational Excellence</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Build, develop, and retain a high-performing global technology organization through coaching, succession planning, and continuous talent development.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement while accelerating adoption of modern technologies and AI.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Set clear performance expectations, develop leaders, and deliver measurable outcomes that strengthen organizational capability.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Executive Partnership &amp; Business Stewardship</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Partner with executive leadership to align technology investments with business strategy and measurable organizational outcomes.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lead technology financial planning, vendor partnerships, and capital investments to maximize value and operational efficiency.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Build trusted cross-functional relationships that position technology as a strategic business partner across the enterprise.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Performance Qualifications</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Education &amp; Experience</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Minimum <strong>15 years of progressive technology leadership</strong>, including <strong>5 years at the Vice President level or above</strong> leading enterprise technology organizations.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Previous Chief Information Officer experience preferred.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Direct Selling or global consumer products experience is required</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Strategic Leadership:</strong> Proven ability to align enterprise technology with corporate strategy, global growth, and measurable business outcomes.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Technology Expertise:</strong> Advanced knowledge of enterprise applications, cloud architecture, cybersecurity, software engineering, digital platforms, and infrastructure.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Digital Transformation:</strong> Demonstrated success leading enterprise modernization, AI adoption, automation, and large-scale technology transformation initiatives.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>People Leadership:</strong> Exceptional track record in building, coaching, and retaining high-performing technology organizations while fostering accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Business &amp; Financial Acumen:</strong> Experience leading technology budgets, capital investments, vendor partnerships, and enterprise governance.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Executive Influence:</strong> Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to translate complex technology strategies into business value.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Strategic Decision Making:</strong> Strong analytical thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to lead effectively through ambiguity and organizational change.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Leadership Presence:</strong> High emotional intelligence, resilience, adaptability, and the ability to inspire teams while building trust across all levels of the organization.</span></li> </ul> </div> <div id="message-list_bottomSpacer"></div> </div> </div> </div> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>About Plexus</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Founded in gut health. Experts in microbiome. Plexus Worldwide®, headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a renowned direct-selling company recognized as a top employer. Over the past 18 years, Plexus has dedicated itself to promoting hope, health, and happiness through its scientifically backed, innovative dietary supplements, weight management products, and personal care products, sold primarily through Plexus Brand Ambassadors. As a six-time Best Places to Work awardee, Blue Zone-approved employer, and an AZ Most Admired Company, Plexus prides itself on its robust organizational culture and commitment to community support and philanthropy. Our team is driven by a shared mission to empower individuals to achieve their health and wellness goals while offering additional income through the sale of products. Join us to be part of a team that values people, innovation, wellness, and community impact.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Benefits</strong></span></p> <ul class="p-rich_text_list p-rich_text_list__bullet p-rich_text_list--nested" data-stringify-type="unordered-list" data-list-tree="true" data-indent="0" data-border="0"> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Highly rated and competitive medical plans.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">401 (k) with company match and immediate vesting.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">1-on-1, personalized health coaching.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Many other voluntary benefits.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">To learn more about Plexus Worldwide, please review our careers page at <a href="https://www.plexusworldwide.com/careers">www.plexusworldwide.com/careers</a>.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong data-start="399" data-end="443">Learn more about our One Plexus culture.</strong> Watch this short video to see how our values, people, and purpose come together to make Plexus a great place to grow and make an impact. <a href="https://plexusworldwide-1.wistia.com/medias/zhfpm3vi4o" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">https://plexusworldwide-1.wistia.com/medias/zhfpm3vi4o</a>.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Thank you for taking the time to apply for an opportunity with our One Plexus team! 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