VP, Americas Incubation Solutions

Hitachi Solutions is a global Microsoft solutions integrator passionate about developing and delivering industry-focused solutions that support our clients to deliver on their business transformation goals. Our industry focus, expertise, and intellectual property is what truly sets us apart. We have earned, and continue to maintain, a strategic relationship with Microsoft. Recognized for our achievements - teaming with our clients to deliver innovative digital solutions and services - is how we have achieved year after year recognition.

As their trusted advisor, we support our clients to deliver on their strategic business initiatives as they unify, automate, and modernize their data and operations to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance their customer’s experience. Our over 3,000 team members across 14 countries, and our 18 years of 100% focus on Microsoft technologies and business applications, is how we deliver excellence through expert services and industry-focused cloud solutions.

A part of Hitachi, Ltd., our company has a long and rich history of innovation, financial strength, and international presence of one of the world’s largest companies. Since 1910, Hitachi, Ltd. has been a leader in manufacturing innovative products and solutions that support industry and social infrastructure around the globe supported by 303,000 employees in over 100 countries and across 864 companies.

Hitachi Solutions is a global Microsoft solutions integrator passionate about developing and delivering industry-focused solutions that support our clients to deliver on their business transformation goals. Our leadership in Global Dynamics 365 Field Service and Manufacturing is what truly sets us apart and enables us to maintain a strategic relationship with Microsoft.
 

Strategic Imperative:

Provide a dedicated space for creativity and strategic development to foster innovation, mitigate risks, and integrate successful innovations into core business operations. This role is pivotal in driving the future development of our intellectual property (IP) pipeline and ensuring our company remains at the forefront of industry advancements. The Incubation Solutions Vice President will shape the company's long-term strategy by developing scalable, market-aligned innovations that drive sales growth and open new revenue streams. As a key leader, this role will guide a cross-functional team across industry cloud and R&D, ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals. This leader will also focus on talent development and fostering a high-performance, innovative culture.

Responsibilities/Objectives:

• Design and Implement an Environment that Fosters Ideation and Creation of Innovative Solutions: Establish a stimulating and supportive environment that encourages creative thinking and the generation of groundbreaking ideas.
• Design a Structured Approach to Incubation with Appropriate Investment: Develop a well-defined incubation process that supports ideation, development, testing, and scaling, backed by the necessary financial and resource investments.
• Development of Targeted Growth Plans for Promising Ideas: Identify high-potential ideas and create growth plans tailored to their development and successful market introduction.
• Strategic Placement of Successful Solutions within the Business: Ensure that innovations with proven success are integrated into the core business operations to drive overall growth.
• Strategy to Test and Refine New Models and Solutions: Implement structured approaches to test new models and solutions, iterating based on feedback and performance to refine and improve.
• Foster a Culture of Innovation: Champion a company-wide culture that values innovation, encouraging contributions from all levels of the organization.
• Collaboration with Key Stakeholders: Partner with business units, sales, and other relevant stakeholders to align and support innovation initiatives effectively.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience leading innovation, solution design, and strategic initiatives within a large technology organization, including significant leadership experience at the executive level.
• Demonstrated success in taking ideas from concept to market, including the ability to scale successful solutions.
• Extensive experience working across various business units and functions to drive cohesive innovation strategies.
• Experience in managing budgets and resources to support innovation projects effectively.
• Market Analysis and Trend Identification: Strong background in analyzing market trends and identifying opportunities for innovation.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Innovation Management, Engineering, or a related field. An advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• Innovation Frameworks and Methodologies: Deep understanding of various innovation frameworks and methodologies, such as Design Thinking, Lean Startup, and Agile.
• Knowledge of risk assessment and mitigation strategies specific to innovation and new product development.
• Up-to-date knowledge of emerging technologies and industry trends that can impact the company's strategic direction.

Competencies:

• Continuous Learning.
• Improving Business Processes.
• Ideation
• Cross company collaboration
• Strategic Thinking.
• Adaptability.
• Teamwork.
• Impact and Influence.

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Base Salary Pay Range*: $190K - $320K 

*The current applicable Base Salary Pay Range for this role is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills relevant to the role, internal equity, alignment with market data, or other law.   

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Other Compensation / Benefit Overview 

In addition to Base Salary, the successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the following plans / programs, upon satisfying all hiring requirements:  

• Bonus Plan 

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage 

• Life Insurance and Disability Programs 

• Retirement Savings with Company Match  

• Paid Time Off  

• Flexible Work Arrangements including Remote Work  

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