Cadent ignites seamless connections between brands, publishers & consumers. Our predictive AI orchestrates outcomes on any platform customers are on, across any media they consume & at any stage of the journey. To learn more, please visit Cadent.com.

We are seeking a forward-thinking and transformative leader as Senior Director, Enterprise Systems. This leader will be responsible for the strategic direction, development, and execution of our entire enterprise application portfolio. The ideal candidate is a visionary who can build and scale our business systems, centered on our CRM and ERP ecosystems, while spearheading our corporate AI and automation initiatives. This role is critical to driving efficiency, innovation, and data-driven decision-making across the company.

Strategic & Technology Leadership

• Develop and execute a cohesive, multi-year strategy for the company's enterprise application portfolio, ensuring tight alignment with evolving business objectives.
• Lead the corporate AI strategy, identifying opportunities and implementing solutions for enterprise search, no-code agents, and other intelligent applications to drive tangible business value.
• Champion a culture of automation, leveraging low-code and integration platforms to streamline business processes and connect disparate systems.
• Provide executive oversight for all core business platforms, centered on our CRM (Salesforce) and ERP (NetSuite) ecosystems, and extending to systems supporting HR, Legal, and Marketing.

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and mentor of architects, developers, and administrators, building a high-performing team, accountability and delivery excellence.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and business partners, translating complex business needs into scalable and sustainable technology solutions.
• Manage relationships with key software vendors, implementation partners, and consultants to ensure successful project delivery and platform support.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in Enterprise Systems, Business Applications, or a similar field, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership with people management role.
• Deep domain expertise in enterprise-scale CRM (Salesforce preferred) and ERP (NetSuite preferred) ecosystems, with a broad understanding of interconnected business processes.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing a corporate AI strategy, with knowledge of current AI/ML trends and their practical business applications.
• Proven track record of leveraging low-code/iPaaS platforms (e.g., Workato, MuleSoft) to drive significant automation and integration.
• Experience managing systems across multiple business functions (e.g., HRIS, Legal tech, Martech).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and align executives and cross-functional teams.
• Experience with M&A activities, including the due diligence and integration of disparate business application landscapes, is highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field; MBA preferred.

Eligibility:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

So, if the leading edge of media technology is the place you want to be, please contact us today and let’s start the conversation!

Health & Wellbeing

Inclusive health, dental, and vision plans built to support diverse lifestyles Enhanced support for reproductive health, family planning, and new parents Employer contribution to HSA Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, LegalEase Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident coverages Generous and inclusive paid parental leave Mental health support and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Free access to the Calm App Monthly Wellness reimbursement Special discounts through LifeMart and Plum Benefits Flexible Time Off (FTO) policy and company breaks 11 observed Federal holidays Summer Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day

Inclusion & Belonging

Employee Resource Groups that foster connection and community DEI programming and initiatives Company-sponsored events to bring employees together Offices across the U.S., including Manhattan, Philadelphia, and San Jose

Financial & Security

401(k) participation with discretionary employer match Life, Short-term, and Long-term Disability coverage Cell phone and WiFi stipend Pre-tax commuter benefits Access to certified financial coaches and planning tools

Values

Passionate. We are inspired partners. Purposeful. We create with intention. Curious. We discover what’s possible.

The salary range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications as well as other business and organizational needs. 

Cadent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to supporting all it’s employees when it comes to Inclusion & Diversity. Cadent’s policy is to provide equal opportunity for applicants & employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual identity or orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability or medical condition (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual and reproductive health decisions, genetic information, marital status (including domestic partnerships and civil unions), pregnancy, culture ancestry, familial or caregiver status, military status, veteran status, socioeconomic status, unemployment status, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other basis prohibited by law. and will not discriminate against the basis of disability. This commitment is honored when it comes to decisions on hiring, recruiting, training, promotions, compensations, benefits, transfers and terminations.

Cadent is seeking to actively engage with our employees from a wide variety of cultures and to connect with our clients differently. Our workforce has generational diversity that supports greater innovation when we maximize representation of all diversity. Our active employee resource groups promote engagement across all groups of individuals that are represented within the company and externally.