Assistant IT Team Manager - Software Applications

Join a forward-thinking organization committed to innovation, sustainability, and supporting personal potential. Role Overview: Lead the Dealer Applications team responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining critical connectivity systems for dealers, service facilities, and field associates. Ensure alignment with organizational goals, compliance, and platform innovation. Leadership & Strategy: Present IT strategies to executives, set priorities, and develop technology roadmaps. Build high-performing, inclusive teams through coaching, mentoring, and resource management.Project & Technical Oversight: Manage project delivery, support activities, and ensure adherence to IT methodologies. Act as Solutions Architect, guiding solution design, architecture reviews, and technical planning.Governance & Compliance: Oversee team activities, implement IT policies, and ensure compliance with security, privacy, SOX, and audit standards. Support audits and enforce best practices.Partnership Development: Build trusted relationships across business units, vendors, and partners to influence product roadmaps, resolve escalations, and improve operations.Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor’s in IT or related field; 8+ years in IT with 5+ years leading teams; deep knowledge of security, governance, and application modernization; experience in cloud environments (AWS, Azure); strong project management, communication, and stakeholder skills. Automotive industry experience is a plus. Work Environment: Onsite role with potential for one remote day per week. Not eligible for visa sponsorship or relocation assistance. Benefits & Growth: Competitive salary, industry-leading benefits, career advancement, training programs, and additional support offerings such as tuition assistance and wellbeing programs. Equal Opportunity: Committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants regardless of background or identity.