IT Director

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the I&O strategy, ensuring alignment with enterprise IT and business objectives.
• Lead modernization and innovation of infrastructure and operations to enhance reliability, scalability, and productivity.
• Oversee IT service management (ITSM), including asset management, to deliver efficient, consistent, end-to-end services.
• Ensure high availability, resilience, and disaster recovery readiness across all infrastructure and platforms.
• Establish and maintain governance, controls, and compliance practices, including audit readiness and risk management.
• Partner with security leadership to embed enterprise security practices into all infrastructure and operations activities.
• Collaborate with IT and business leaders to prioritize initiatives, manage the service portfolio, and address technical debt.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships to ensure services are aligned, cost-effective, and deliver measurable business value.
• Lead IT infrastructure integration efforts for mergers and acquisitions.
• Own I&O financial management, including budgeting, cost optimization, and vendor/contract governance.
• Develop and lead a high-performing team through effective workforce planning, coaching, and performance management.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of progressive IT experience, including leadership roles
• 3+ years leading strategy, budgeting, and technical teams
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments preferred
• Core competencies: Service Desk Leadership, Manufacturing Operations Support, Incident & Problem Management, Continuous Improvement, Customer Experience, Security & Risk Awareness, Cross-Functional Collaboration.

Skills & Experience

• Strong executive leadership with the ability to translate business strategy into I&O vision and execution
• Proven ability to scale and optimize IT operations in complex environments
• Experience with cloud platforms, infrastructure engineering, and systems integration
• Knowledge of AI/ML, automation, and self-service technologies to improve efficiency and user experience
• Expertise in financial management, vendor governance, and service delivery performance
• Strong influencing, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Advanced analytical and strategic planning capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to build, develop, and retain high-performing teams
• Solid business acumen with understanding of enterprise and industry operations

Additional Requirements

• Company sponsored continuing education may be required.
• Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Office & Administration, IT