Vice President Information Technology

Are you a visionary tech leader ready to scale a regional powerhouse? We are seeking a Vice President of IT to spearhead the digital transformation and infrastructure strategy for a premier high-volume distribution enterprise.

This role is based in the Atlanta area and offers a seat at the leadership table to drive efficiency from the warehouse floor to the executive suite.

The Mission

You will be the architect of our technological future, balancing high-level strategy with hands-on systems integrity. Your focus will be on modernizing operations through AI implementation, robust infrastructure management, and the development of a world-class technical team., * Strategic Leadership: Align IT roadmaps with corporate goals, collaborating directly with ownership to drive growth.

• Team Development: Lead the full talent lifecycle for the IT department, from recruitment to performance mentoring.
• Infrastructure & Security: Oversee physical, virtual, and cloud systems. Manage patch protocols, data intrusion systems, and disaster recovery.
• Innovation: Identify and deploy emerging technologies, specifically focusing on AI solutions to optimize distribution workflows.
• Financial Oversight: Own the departmental budget, including hardware/software procurement and vendor ROI analysis.

• Experience: 10+ years in IT leadership with a proven track record in people management.
• Industry Context: Previous experience within beverage distribution is essential.
• Technical Depth: Strong background in Windows System Administration (Exchange/O365) and networking protocols (DNS, DHCP, SSH, LDAP).
• Communication: Ability to translate complex technical jargon into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Mobility: Willingness to travel to regional sites as needed.