Enterprise Transformation Lead

Weight Watchers
New York, NY
On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have led large-scale transformation initiatives in financial systems.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 8-10+ years of leading enterprise transformation in financial systems
    — “8-10+ years of experience leading enterprise transformation or financial systems initiatives at scale”
  • Professionals adept at translating complex business needs into actionable strategies for cross-functional teams
    — “engage directly with cross-functional leaders to translate complex business needs into clear, actionable direction”
  • Individuals with experience in enterprise financial platforms and process optimization
    — “Familiarity with enterprise financial or ERP platforms (such as Oracle Fusion, NetSuite, SAP)”

Things to consider

  • The role requires strong executive-level communication despite lacking direct authority
    — “Strong ability to present strategy and recommendations to executive audiences and earn alignment without direct authority”
  • Candidates must be prepared to work in a hybrid model, with possible in-office requirements
    — “We have a hybrid work environment to allow our employees to find the right work-life balance”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your experience in resolving cross-functional dependencies and aligning stakeholders
    — “resolving complex cross-functional dependencies and aligning Finance, Engineering, and Operations leaders”
  • Emphasize your background in structured problem-solving within large, matrixed organizations
    — “Background applying structured problem-solving methodologies in large, matrixed organizations”
  • Showcase your ability to identify system gaps and propose scalable solutions
    — “identify gaps between current systems and business goals, and recommend solutions that scale”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Company

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What success looks like

  • shape transformation initiatives
  • align leaders on path forward
  • improve finance operations
Typical background
enterprise transformationfinancial systemsoperations

Skills & requirements

Required

Enterprise TransformationCross-functional CollaborationStrategic PlanningAI ImplementationFinancial Systems

Stack & domain

Enterprise TransformationFinancial SystemsProject ManagementCross-functional CollaborationCommunicationLeadershipProblem-solvingFinanceOperations

About the role

Original posting from Weight Watchers via Greenhouse

Weight Watchers is the global leader in science-backed weight management, offering an integrated support system built for the GLP-1 era that combines scientific expertise, medication, cutting-edge technology, and human connection. With more than 60 years of experience, Weight Watchers is the most studied commercial weight management program in the world, delivered through its No. 1 U.S. doctor-recommended weight-loss program. Its holistic, personalized approach also includes U.S.-based clinical interventions and access to GLP-1 medications when clinically appropriate, and a global network of coaches and community support. Since 1963, the company has led with science to deliver its members the personalized support they need to reach and sustain their goals. Members can access these solutions directly, or through Weight Watchers for Business’ full-spectrum platform for employers, health plans, and payers. In a landscape crowded with contradictory advice, isolating apps, and one-size-fits-all solutions, Weight Watchers offers a proven path forward that is rooted in research, grounded in empathy and designed to help every member feel better in their body and live a longer, healthier life.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Our Financial Systems team keeps WW's financial operations running with precision and scale as we grow across our GLP-1 and holistic member offerings. We're a focused, cross-functional group partnering closely with Finance, Technology, and Operational leaders to modernize how the business runs and to move critical transformation work forward.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

The Role

As Enterprise Transformation Lead, you'll serve as WW's enterprise design authority — shaping how transformation initiatives are structured, sequenced, and delivered across the organization. In your first 12–18 months, you'll be the go-to partner for resolving complex cross-functional dependencies and aligning Finance, Engineering, and Operations leaders on the path forward for enterprise-level design decisions.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will serve as the enterprise design authority, defining how transformation initiatives are structured and sequenced across the organization

In this role, you will engage directly with cross-functional leaders to translate complex business needs into clear, actionable direction

In this role, you will resolve cross-functional dependencies, surfacing trade-offs and aligning partners on a path forward

In this role, you will identify gaps between current systems and business goals, and recommend solutions that scale

In this role, you will partner with Finance, Engineering, and Operations to ensure transformation initiatives stay aligned with broader company strategy

In this role, you will report to the Sr. Director of Reporting systems to improve finance operations efficiencies by implementing new systems, maximizing existing toolsets, improving processes and the introduction of Artificial Intelligence solutions

WHO YOU ARE

What You Bring

8-10+ years of experience leading enterprise transformation or financial systems initiatives at scale

Proven track record of turning complex, ambiguous problems into clear, logical frameworks that drive decisions

Strong ability to present strategy and recommendations to executive audiences and earn alignment without direct authority

Experience bridging business requirements and technology solutions, translating fluently between finance, operations, and engineering partners

Preferred Qualifications

Background applying structured problem-solving methodologies in large, matrixed organizations

Familiarity with enterprise financial or ERP platforms (such as Oracle Fusion, NetSuite, SAP)

Experience with enterprise HCM platform and its relationship to integrated systems (Workday)

Understanding of Billing, Revenue Recognition, and payment processing Systems (ex: Recurly, Adyen, Paypal)

A track record of process improvement initiatives in the area of finance operations

Base salary may vary depending on, but not limited to: skills, experience, and location.  This role is also eligible for a comprehensive benefits package and annual bonus program.

US Pay Range$150,000—$175,000 USDAt WeightWatchers, our mission is to build a worldwide community connected by healthy habits. If that resonates with you, then we would love to talk. WeightWatchers values developing community within our employee population as well.  We have a hybrid work environment to allow our employees to find the right work-life balance. 

At WW, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a priority. We are committed as individuals, as an organization, and as fellow humans to advocate for and support our employees, our members, and our communities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

By agreeing to participate in our process, you agree that any information we collect is subject to our Privacy Policy.

Maryland

Under Maryland law, an employer may not require or demand, as a condition of employment, prospective employment, or continued employment, that an individual submit to or take a polygraph examination or similar test. An employer who violates this law is guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine not exceeding $100.

Massachusetts 

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

WeightWatchers complies with all applicable Rhode Island Workers' Compensation laws (Chapters 29-38 of the R.I. General Laws).  Eligible employees are covered by worker's compensation insurance for work-related injuries or illness.

RECRUITMENT SECURITY & FRAUD PREVENTION

At WeightWatchers, we prioritize the security of our candidates. To ensure you are communicating with a legitimate representative of our team, please keep the following security standards in mind:

Verified Email Domain: All official correspondence from our recruiting team will originate from an @ww.com email address. 

Live Engagement: Our hiring process requires live interaction. We do not conduct interviews or extend employment offers solely through text message, chat apps, or automated email-only exchanges.

Financial Integrity: WeightWatchers will never ask for any form of payment from a candidate. We will never send you a check with instructions to purchase equipment or "start-up kits" on our behalf.

Secure Data Collection: Sensitive personal information (such as banking or identity tax info) is only requested through our official, secure onboarding portal after a formal offer has been extended, never during the interview phase.

Stay Vigilant: If you are contacted by someone claiming to represent WeightWatchers and the process deviates from these standards, please do not share any personal information. You can verify any open position by visiting our official careers page at https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/ww 

Source: Weight Watchers careers (Greenhouse)

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