VP, IT Sales, Rights and Distribution Systems

1 Month ago • 12 Years + • Administrative • $200,000 PA - $220,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The VP, IT Sales, Rights and Distribution Systems will lead technology strategies for Sales, Distribution, and Rights solutions, focusing on integrating and managing SAP CRM, rights systems (IPM current), Salesforce, and cloud platforms. Responsibilities include overseeing maintenance, enhancements, user support, business process alignment, upgrades, and system migrations to ensure robust cloud solutions. This role requires strategic leadership in developing and executing IT strategies, managing digital transformation initiatives, overseeing system maintenance and enhancements, software upgrades and migrations, and leading large-scale projects. The VP will also manage user support and training, integrate business processes, oversee cloud architecture, manage Salesforce deployments, champion AI and automation, develop the IT team, engage with stakeholders, manage vendors, and ensure compliance and security.
Must have:
  • 12+ years IT leadership in media/entertainment
  • Extensive experience with SAP CRM, rights systems, Salesforce, cloud
  • System integration, data architecture, cloud security expertise
  • Strategic vision and execution
  • Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
Good to have:
  • Master's degree
  • Certifications in SAP, Salesforce, cloud technologies
Perks:
  • Full medical, vision, dental coverage
  • Generous sick days, vacation, holidays, Impact Day
  • 401(k) company matching
  • Tuition reimbursement

Job Details

Job Title:  VP, IT Sales, Rights and Distribution Systems

Department:  Sales & Distribution
Location: 

Santa Monica, CA, US, 90404

Summary of Position

We are in search of an innovative and strategic Vice President of Information Technology to lead our technology strategies for Sales, Distribution, and Rights solutions, focusing on the integration and management of SAP CRM, rights systems (IPM current), Salesforce, and cloud platforms. This role involves overseeing the maintenance, enhancements, user support, and business process alignment across these platforms, including upgrades and system migrations, to ensure robust cloud solutions enhancing our operational capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute IT strategies that leverage SAP CRM, rights systems, Salesforce, and cloud architecture to support sales, distribution, and rights management. Ensuring technology drives business value and scalability.
  • Digital Transformation: 
    • Manage enterprise sales, distribution and rights systems integration and transformation initiatives, including Salesforce, and Rights platforms such as SAP IPM, RSG, Rightsline, FilmTrack.
    • Drive business application rationalization and modernization for streamlining process and optimizing costs
  • System Maintenance and Enhancements: Manage the upkeep and evolution of SAP CRM, rights systems, Salesforce, and cloud platforms. Lead projects to enhance system functionalities, performance, and integration.
  • Software Upgrades: Oversee the planning, execution, and management of software upgrades for all platforms, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations and maximum benefit from new features.
  • System Migrations: Direct the strategy for migrating to new systems or platforms, coordinating with stakeholders to ensure smooth transitions, data integrity, and system compatibility.
  • Program and Project Management:
    • Oversee large-scale, complex projects using Agile and Waterfall methodologies, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
    • Lead enterprise-wide initiatives, from cloud transformations to rights and sales systems modernization.
  • User Support and Training: Establish and oversee comprehensive support for users, including training, helpdesk functions, and documentation across all systems, promoting high adoption and user satisfaction.
  • Business Process Integration: Align SAP, Salesforce, and cloud services with business processes for seamless operations, focusing on data integration, workflow automation, and compliance.
  • Cloud Architecture Oversight: Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud architectures to support SAP and Salesforce, ensuring scalability, security, and cost-efficiency.
  • Salesforce Oversight: Manage Salesforce deployments, ensuring they integrate effectively with SAP systems and cloud solutions to enhance CRM, sales operations, and data analytics.
  • Innovation and Automation: Champion the use of AI and automation within SAP, Salesforce, and cloud platforms to optimize business processes, enhance rights management, and provide strategic insights.
  • Team Development: Build and mentor a cutting-edge IT team, fostering an environment of innovation, collaboration, and continuous professional growth.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary IT interface for business leaders, translating complex business requirements into technology solutions.
  • Vendor Management: Cultivate strong relationships with SAP, Salesforce, cloud service providers, and other tech partners to leverage the latest technological advancements.
  • Compliance and Security: Ensure all systems adhere to data protection standards, industry regulations, and internal security policies, with a special focus on securing cloud environments.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Experience:
    • 12+ years in IT leadership, with deep experience in media, entertainment, or similar sectors.
    • Extensive experience with SAP CRM, rights systems, Salesforce, cloud architecture design, software upgrades, and system migrations.
  • Technical Skills:
    • Advanced knowledge of SAP CRM, rights systems, Salesforce, plus expertise in cloud computing platforms.
    • Skills in system integration, data architecture, cloud security, and project management for upgrades and migrations.
  • Soft Skills:
    • Strategic vision with the ability to execute at a tactical level.
    • Strong leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal communication skills.
    • Ability to drive changes and influence at the executive level.
  • Certifications: Preferably certified in SAP, rights systems, Salesforce, and cloud technologies like AWS.

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to travel for strategic meetings, system rollouts, or vendor engagements.

About the Company

Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) encompasses world-class motion picture and television studio operations aligned with the STARZ premium global subscription platform to bring a unique and varied portfolio of entertainment to consumers around the world. The Company’s film, television, subscription and location-based entertainment businesses are backed by a 17,000-title library and a valuable collection of iconic film and television franchises. A digital age company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and commitment to innovation, the Lionsgate brand is synonymous with bold, original, relatable entertainment for audiences worldwide.

Our Benefits

  • Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
  • Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day
  • 401(k) company matching
  • Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

Compensation

$200,000 - $220,000

EEO Statement

Lionsgate is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.  


Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles

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