VP ITS Software Solutions

JOB DESCRIPTION

Why GM Financial Technology?

GM Financial is set to change the auto finance industry and is leading the path of embarking on tech modernization - we have a startup mindset, and preserve our small company culture, in a public company environment with financial stability and intense growth over a decade-plus history.

We are data junkies and trust in data and insights to advance our business objectives. We take our goal of zero emission, zero collision, zero congestion, and zero friction very seriously. We believe as an auto finance market leader we are in the driver's seat to lead us in the GM EV mission to change the world.

We are building global platforms, in LATAM, Europe, China, U.S. and Canada - and we are looking to grow our high-performing team. GMF is comprised of over 10,000 team members globally. Join our fintech culture within a Blue-Chip company where we are changing the way we use technology to support our customers, dealers, and business.

RESPONSIBILITIES

About the role:

The VP ITS Software Solutions manages a staff of systems analysts and programmers who provide highly specialized systems applications, systems analysis and programming support for applicable departments. This team member manages and implements departmental and corporate procedural standards for assigned personnel.

Assist SVP with the management, administration and software strategy and direction for assigned business systems
Consult with users on how to best support the business through the effective use of technology
Formulate and define systems scope and objectives based on both user needs and a thorough understanding of business systems and industry requirements
Manage teams in the analysis of business requirements, design, reports development and maintenance of business applications
Manage team structures and operating procedures to ensure stability of the production application environment
Communicate with senior management and business partners on business systems and project status
Work closely with internal business units to facilitate project completion
Provide technical leadership and guidance on projects on in-house business systems, proposed business systems and systems utilities
Ensure that completed projects are thoroughly tested and documented prior to implementation
Develop effective relationships with other departments to better understand their operations, strategies and service expectations
Coach, mentor and train direct reports to establish a consistent level of quality, accuracy, accountability and compliance of standards
Responsible for the recruitment, selection and evaluation of personnel in accordance with organizational standards and policies
Prepare and manage forecasts and budgets for area of responsibility

QUALIFICATIONS

What makes you a dream candidate?

Advanced knowledge of business processes for supported business groups
Knowledge of security methodologies, policies, standards and best practices
Knowledgeable of best practices in information technology governance and regulatory landscape for financial institutions
Knowledge of GM Financial's core business functions, policies and procedures
Working knowledge of the consumer loan business
Working knowledge of all system applications
Working knowledge of the corporate business solution environment
Working knowledge of the consumer loan business
Working knowledge of all system applications within and that interface with the Lending Systems environment
Knowledgeable of effective management processes, corporate planning, personnel administration and budgeting
Working knowledge of accounting and treasury functions
In-depth knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27000, NIST, FFIEC, etc.)
Advanced knowledge of information technology systems, infrastructure and operations
Advanced working knowledge of information systems and operations systems for supported business groups