IT MANAGER

Description

This leader will shape the company’s technology roadmap, influence business decisions, and ensure IT is viewed as a driver of manufacturing efficiency, risk reduction, scalability, and competitive advantage. The IT Manager will partner closely with leaders across the organization to identify opportunities, solve business problems, and deliver technology solutions that improve plant uptime, production visibility, decision-making, and overall business performance.
 

The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking with strong execution, bringing the ability to translate business needs into technology priorities while leading major initiatives across ERP (Microsoft BC365), CRM, infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity, analytics, and vendor partnerships.

· Provides strategic direction and ownership of the company’s technology and digitalization roadmap.

· Serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on how digital tools, systems, and data can improve business outcomes.

· Champions digital transformation initiatives across manufacturing, supply chain, sales, and corporate functions.

· Aligns IT and digital investments with operational goals, growth strategies, and long-term modernization efforts.

· Owns ERP strategy, CRM enablement, cybersecurity direction, infrastructure modernization, analytics, and automation initiatives.

· Manages IT financials, capital planning, vendor relationships, and ROI justification for digital investments.

· Acts as the primary liaison between local leadership and Group IT, ensuring global standards support—not hinder—local digital    progress.

Generous Benefits

• Time Off: 9 paid company holidays, 10 days of paid time off accrued annually, up to 40 hours of paid sick leave per year (prorated)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans through Cigna for you and your family
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match
• Life and AD&D Coverage: Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, with additional voluntary coverage options
• Health and Financial Wellness: HSA with company match, FSA, short- and long-term disability, gym discounts, and financial planning support
• Employee Assistance Program: Free access to behavioral health services, including counseling and support resources
• Norton LifeLock: Free coverage for employees or families
• Growth Opportunities: Ongoing training and tuition assistance to support career development

Requirements

Education & Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline; an advanced degree or MBA is a plus

· 8+ years of progressive experience in information technology, including leadership responsibility in a manufacturing, industrial, or complex multi-department environment

· Proven experience leading enterprise systems, including ERP platforms (e.g., Business Central, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent), CRM, and analytics integrations.

· Demonstrated success driving digitalization, automation, and technology modernization initiatives aligned with business objectives

· Strong background in IT strategy, vendor management, budgeting, and capital investment planning

· Practical experience with cybersecurity principles, infrastructure modernization, and cloud or hybrid environments

· Experience collaborating within a Group IT or global IT structure, balancing enterprise standards with local business needs

· Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate priorities, trade-offs, and business value to technical and non-technical audiences

· Leadership mindset with accountability for outcomes, not just system delivery