Job Description
***ONSITE, CHATTANOOGA, TN***
The Director of Information Technology will provide strategic leadership and direction for our client's global IT function. This role ensures that technology systems, infrastructure, and applications — including the enterprise-wide QAD ERP platform — effectively support business operations, growth, and innovation. The Director of IT will oversee IT governance, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and enterprise architecture while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Strategic Planning & Leadership
- Develop and implement IT strategies aligned with the company's business objectives
- Provide executive-level guidance on technology investments and priorities
- Evaluate strategic options for the use of technology to generate competitive advantage
ERP & Business Systems Management
- Lead the deployment, optimization, and ongoing support of QAD ERP across manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and customer service functions.
- Ensure ERP integration with other enterprise applications and data systems
- Invest in workflow improvements
Technology Operations
- Oversee IT infrastructure, networks, cloud services, and cybersecurity programs
- Establish IT policies, standards, and procedures to ensure compliance and risk mitigation
- Manage cost of IT hardware, software, networks and infrastructure suite, and drive for efficiency.
Innovation, AI & Digital Transformation
- Drive initiatives in automation, analytics, and A/I to enhance operational efficiency
- Champion Industry 4.0 practices and digital innovation across the organization.
Leadership & Team Development
- Direct and mentor IT staff of 3 direct reports and team of 10
- Evaluate talent and drive to build a high-performing team
- Promote collaboration and knowledge-sharing across the company's departments.
WHO YOU ARE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive IT leadership experience, including experience in a leadership role (Director IT, VP IT, CIO, or equivalent). - must have worked a PE environment and understands the pace and fluidity of a PE environment .
- Mandatory expertise in QAD ERP : implementation, customization, and enterprise-wide management.
- Strong background in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud platforms, and enterprise applications
- Demonstrated success in leading digital transformation initiatives
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
- Experience in merger and acquisition activity, private equity preferred
- Thought leader in information technology in a manufacturing setting to drive value
- Ability to work independently and take ownership with strong sense of urgency
- Hands on approach – must understand the technology and be willing and able to “roll up sleeves” to execute as well as to direct others
- Continuous improvement mindset with attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work well under deadlines and deliver results on time
- Ability to manage a global IT organization
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