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Director, Information Technology

Corps Team

Norwalk, CT

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$150,000–$170,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Application Programming Interface (API), Best Practices, Business Administration, Business Growth, Business Operations, Business Processes, Business Solutions, Business Support, Capital Budgeting, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Skills, Continuous Improvement, Contract Negotiation, Cross-Functional, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Head of Finance, Industry/Trade Analysis, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information Technology/Systems Audit, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internet Security, Investment Strategy, Mentoring, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft Product Family, Object Oriented (OO), Operational Support, Performance Reviews, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Risk Analysis, SQL (Structured Query Language), Service Delivery, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Technical Support, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Web Infrastructure, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Norwalk, CT
POSTED
Today
Our client, a leader in the specialty chemical and ingredients distribution industry, is seeking a Director, Information Technology for a direct hire role in either Norwalk, CT or Dallas, TX.

Your Impact
As a Director, Information Technology, you will play a vital role in supporting the development and execution of all IT solutions including infrastructure, cyber security, business systems, digital innovation, and data strategy. Your efforts will directly contribute to the company’s success by supporting the technology planning process, guiding the delivery of projects, and services to business teams throughout the organization while partnering with key stakeholders to define the overarching long-term IT strategy and portfolio of solutions in partnership with the CFO.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support refinement and execution of the IT strategy and investments aligned with the company’s business and growth objectives.
  • Identify and implement best practices that will support the organization’s future needs.
  • Act as a business partner to cross-functional team members to identify and implement technology-driven opportunities that improve efficiency, innovation, and scalability to create a competitive advantage in the marketplace while delivering measurable business impact.
  • Oversee and execute regular IT audits, enterprise risk evaluations, and compliance meetings with CFO and/or other key stakeholders to ensure alignment between IT strategies, business objectives, and operational capacities.
 
  • Oversee the design, implementation and management of robust, secure and scalable IT infrastructure to support business operations.
  • Ensure optimal performance, enhancements, and reliability of critical business systems, including ERP, CRM, and reporting tools.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing IT team. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. Conduct performance reviews and provide opportunities for professional growth.
  • Maintain expert knowledge of business processes, industry trends, and best practices to ensure IT solutions are in line with the evolving market.
  • Maintain comprehensive cybersecurity strategies to protect sensitive data and proprietary information.
  • Manage vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and service agreements for ERP, CRM, hardware, software, cloud, and managed services.
  • Support the development of and own the execution of the annual IT operating and capital budget.
What You’ll Bring
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, business administration or a related field required.
  • 8+ years of progressive IT experience including 5 years in an IT leadership role managing teams, external vendors, applications, ERP, etc.
  • Working knowledge of IT infrastructure, ERP systems, CRM systems, and Microsoft Fabric (running Epicor P21 and Microsoft Dynamics as ERP and CRM systems, respectively).
  • Strong knowledge of SQL; experience with C# (or other object oriented code) and APIs to read and write data from one system to another.
  • Excellent computer skills, attention to detail, and written and verbal communication skills.
  • A proactive, results-driven approach with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Additional Information
  • Location: Norwalk, CT or Dallas, TX
  • Travel: Up to 15% for in-person trainings and meetings in other office locations
  • Work Authorization: Must be able to show evidence of authorization to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Base Salary $150,000-$170,000. Final determination of salary will be based on an evaluation of experience, education,,budget, etc.
 

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