The Company
Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.
We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.
Director IT Enterprise Applications - This role can be based at our Manufacturing Plant in Galway, Ireland or remotely in the UK
Meet the Team
At Dexcom, we’re transforming lives through innovative technology—and our IT Enterprise Applications team is at the heart of that mission. We’re looking for a visionary Director of IT Enterprise Applications (EMEA) to lead and elevate our portfolio of enterprise systems across the region. Reporting to the Sr. Director of IT Enterprise Applications in the U.S., you’ll be a strategic partner to senior business leaders across Finance, Supply Chain & Manufacturing, HR, Commercial, and Compliance.
You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, global environment where ambiguity is met with agility, and complex challenges are solved with smart, scalable solutions. If you're passionate about digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, and building high-performing teams, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Where You Come In
As the Director of IT Enterprise Applications, you’ll be the go-to expert and trusted advisor for enterprise technology strategy across EMEA. Your mission:
- Build Strategic Bridges: Forge strong relationships between IT and business leaders to align technology with strategic goals.
- Drive Transformation: Develop and execute a forward-thinking IT roadmap that optimizes systems and accelerates digital innovation.
- Lead with Impact: Manage a talented team of IT professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and global best practices.
- Enhance Efficiency: Evaluate current systems, identify opportunities, and implement high-value solutions that improve performance and scalability.
- Ensure Compliance: Maintain rigorous standards for data privacy, security, and regulatory compliance across all platforms.
- Champion Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with global IT peers to define best practices, streamline adoption, and support training initiatives.
- Own the Portfolio: Oversee the annual IT portfolio process, manage budgets, and ensure ROI on all technology investments.
What Makes You Successful
You’re not just a tech leader—you’re a strategic partner who understands the business. Here’s what sets you apart:
- Global Perspective: Experience working across Americas, EMEA, and APAC, with a deep understanding of regional nuances.
- Business Alignment: Proven ability to translate business needs into technology solutions that deliver measurable results.
- Cross-Functional Leadership: Skilled in managing matrixed teams and collaborating with PMOs and business leaders to drive transformation.
- Tech Expertise: Hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion/EBS ERP, Workday, Salesforce, ADP, Basware, Okta, ServiceNow, and integration/analytics tools.
- Regulatory Know-How: Strong grasp of compliance standards including FDA, ISO, GMP, GxP, and 21 CFR Part 11.
- Innovation Mindset: Passion for continuous improvement, emerging technologies, and staying ahead of industry trends.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Computer Science, or related field.
- 8+ years of Oracle ERP experience in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry.
- Expertise in ERP, MES, QMS integrations, and Veeva suite (Quality, Clinical, Medical Affairs).
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven success in system implementation, data migration, and change management.
What you’ll get:
- A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.
- A full and comprehensive benefits program.
- Growth opportunities on a global scale.
- Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
- An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.
Travel Required:
- 0-25%
Experience and Education Requirements:
- Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree with 15+ years of industry experience
- 9+ years of successful management experience in relevant industry
Language Skills: Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules,
operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to perform the following Physical Activity: Standing, walking, sitting, using hands, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear, taste or smell. May be required to lift 0 lbs. to over 100 lbs.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be exposed to the following environmental conditions: Wet or humid conditions, work near moving parts, work in high - precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather conditions, extreme heat (non-weather), extreme cold (non-weather), risk of electric shock, work with explosives, risk of radiation, vibration. The noise level in this work environment can range from quiet to very loud.
Please note: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Dexcom. Only authorized staffing and recruiting agencies may use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes on specific requisitions. Dexcom does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to the Talent Acquisition team, Dexcom employees or any other company location. Dexcom is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.