Vice President of Information Technology

The Head of IT will oversee all Information Technology functions of the company. This position will act as a key business partner to functional leaders across the company. They will be responsible for supporting the new ERP (MS Dynamics 365) and technology solutions needed to control core business processes.

This individual will also be responsible for managing the company’s technology infrastructure, security, and operations as well as the development and implementation of company IT policies.

This person will be expected to effectively lead a team of IT professionals, manage vendor partners, and deliver IT projects on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Work closely with business leaders and integrators to implement a new D365 environment with built out application ecosystem.
2. Recruit, manage, and develop IT staff.
3. Lead the build out of a data warehouse and comprehensive reporting/BI solution.
4. Oversee all technology operations (i.e., infrastructure, network, desktop support, security, etc.) and make recommendations on changes that improve IT service delivery and reliability.
5. Align with senior leadership/steering committee on IT priorities and resource needs.
6. Coordinate IT activities to ensure data availability and network services with as little downtime as necessary.
7. Devise and establish IT policies that support the goals of the organization.
8. Identify security vulnerabilities and reduce risks by deploying strategic solutions that increase data security.
9. Build relationships with vendors and create cost-efficient contracts to procure IT equipment, software, and services.
10. Control IT budget and report on related expenditures.

Qualifications:

1. Prior experience as an IT Director or similar role.
2. A proven player-coach familiar with working in a lean, entrepreneurial environment with a high sense of urgency.
3. Experience in analysis, implementation, and evaluation of IT systems, specifications, and requirements.
4. Excellent organization and leadership skills, including outstanding communication abilities both verbal and written.
5. Sound understanding of computer systems (hardware/software), networks, etc.
6. Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly master technology used in the organization.
7. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
8. Strong preference for prior experience with MS Dynamics 365.
9. BSc/BA in computer science, engineering, or relevant field.
10. At least 10 years of experience in a technical role required, with significant leadership experience.
11. Masters degree in Business Administration, Operations Research, Computer Science, or equivalent training and experience preferred.