The VP of Technology Strategy and Planning will work closely with the technology and business leadership teams to provide strategic decision support, financial forecasts, and drive best in class End-to-End technology development, support, business management and operations. The role will report directly to the CTO. The individual will drive the work effort for significant initiatives (both one-time and ongoing projects) with team members drawn from across the organization. A keen ability to problem solve in a consultative nature within a cross functional team is imperative. An ideal candidate must have a proven background in communications, finance, program management, change management, and strategy.

Core areas of Responsibility:

• Strategy: Facilitate the creation of strategy and strategic planning. The strategy should not be limited to the IT organization, but rather how information and technology will contribute to business success across in the enterprise.
• Governance: Orchestrate the governance mechanisms ensuring that the appropriate decisions are made to implement the business and IT strategy. Again, the focus of governance should not be limited only to the IT organization; instead, focus on the prioritization of IT across the enterprise based on strategic objectives and potential business value.
• Performance management: Define, maintain and report on the metrics that will be followed to track the progress of IT achievements against objectives. This is not limited to the IT organization’s scorecard, but also includes the contribution of IT to business performance.
• I&T operating model: Design and maintain the I&T operating model that is required to successfully execute to strategy is a key part of the strategic planning process. This includes the guiding principles for the IT ways of working, the high-level definition of roles and responsibilities, and working closely with other parts of the IT organization on selection of standards to be followed (Scaled Agile). Identify and propose organizational changes necessitated by changes in strategy. Drive organizational and operating model change management initiatives across IT.
• Portfolio management: Providing transparency to the total portfolio of investment in I&T and enabling key decision makers to prioritize demand based on strategic objectives, risks, dependencies and potential constraints in the supply of I&T.
• Knowledge management: Ensuring there are processes in place to capture, distribute and effectively use IT knowledge across the enterprise, driving continuous learning and improvement. This capability often also acts as the point of contact to external research and advisory services.
• Business Relationship Management and Communications: Positioning the value of I&T and the role of the IT organization within the enterprise. Also, ensuring effective communication of the strategy and strategic plan to key stakeholders, as well as internally to IT employees to drive the right priorities and behaviors.
• Financial management: Developing, presenting and managing the IT budget; providing transparency to IT costs; managing cost allocation chargeback principles; and measuring the benefits of IT investments. This function is always necessary for an IT organization.
• Strategic supplier management: Analyzing and anticipating future IT procurement needs and ensuring these needs will be met through high-quality strategic relationships with key vendors. This capability also looks across the business ecosystem as a whole to ensure there is a strategic perspective for whom the key IT collaborators are and how they should be positioned.
• Workforce strategy: Developing the workforce strategy for the IT organization, determining the appropriate staffing levels, managing the talent pipeline and ensuring personal objectives are aligned with strategies and strategic plans.

Key Priorities:

• Partner with the product and business organizations to assess the value and opportunity cost of considered features in the product backlog and support optimal prioritization decisions in an agile environment
• Act as internal consultant to product owners and technology leaders to solve problems across multiple functions
• Lead communication and change management initiatives across the technology organization
• Act as business management partner to CTO: coordinating and facilitating technology planning and operating rhythms
• Act as primary point of contact for complex financial assessments (e.g. partnerships, investments, new initiatives, etc.). Develop and articulate well thought out business cases and their financial/bottom line impacts
• Develop crisp and concise presentations for senior management
• Drive technology forecasting by understanding and translating the impact of our book of work on portfolio growth expectations
• Develop and maintain a source of truth on expenses, return on investment, investment strategy and capacity planning
• Other Reporting Activities as needed

Requirements:

• Self-starter able thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative and cross-functional environment that is results-driven
• Must haves include: strong financial management skills, general business strategy acumen, talent for communication of complex business topics, project management
• Ideal candidate to have strategy consulting, technology strategy or financial planning background, with exposure to product development processes and understanding of the product development lifecycle
• Proficiency in data visualization and business intelligence tools (Power BI)
• Demonstrated ability partner effectively and drive change across functional areas
• Strong end-to-end problem-solving skills, e.g.,
• Defining and deconstructing problems
• Prioritizing issues, analysis, and team capacity
• Structuring and building quantitative and qualitative/conceptual analyses, leveraging operational, financial, and market data
• Applying strong business judgment to surface implications from analysis and develop practical,
• Excellent relationship-building skills, with ability to establish trust and credibility across lines of business and functions, work well in cross-functional teams, and influence key stakeholders
• History of managing varied teams of professionals in project-based environments with proven ability to coach and develop the team
• Strong time-management and organizational skills with ability to objectively prioritize
• Excellent written, visual, and verbal communication skills, including ability to communicate technical topics to a non-technical audience
• Flexibility for occasional travel

Education and Experience Required

• MBA or equivalent required
• Typically requires 15+ years’ experience (5+ years post-MBA), with at least 4 years in technology program management, strategy or management consulting

Physical Requirements: This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the incumbent to have the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary.

This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Associates. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Life at Lennar

At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life’s critical moments. To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone’s Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar’s policies and applicable plan terms. Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.

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