Director, Information Technology

Responsible for the overall planning, organizing, and execution of all IT functions. Responsible for a strategic roadmap for a fully scalable IT solution that is ultimately cloud-based. This includes directing all IT Operations to meet customer requirements as well as the support, security and maintenance of existing infrastructure, applications, data, and development of new technical solutions., * Provide leadership, vision, and management within the IT department.

• Implement a strategic road map for the entire IT function for a fully scalable IT solution that is ultimately cloud-based.
• Consults with management and key stakeholders to analyze computer system needs for management information and functional operations, to determine scope, resources and priorities of projects, including system capacity and implementation.
• Recommends and develops plans for systems and operational enhancements, hardware and software purchases, budget, and staffing.
• Manages the development, implementation, installation, and operation of information and functional systems for the organization.
• Responsible for collaborating cross-functionally in the adoption of automation, process and task-oriented efficiencies as it pertains to data management, system integration, and reporting.
• Develops, implements, and monitors management of information systems policies and controls to ensure data accuracy, security, and legal and regulatory compliance.
• Negotiates and contracts with consultants, technical personnel, and vendors for services and products.
• Provides support to end users in the selection, procurement, usage, and maintenance of software programs and hardware.
• Manages computer operation scheduling, backup, storage, and retrieval functions.
• Reviews reports of computer and peripheral equipment production, malfunction, and maintenance to determine costs and impact, and address problems.
• Develops, maintains, and tests disaster recovery plans.
• Work with the team to enhance current technologies to improve client services.
• Develop best practices and written documentation for all IT solutions both hosted internally and on the cloud.
• Supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Company policies and procedures. Additional responsibilities will include interviewing, training and motivating employees; planning, assigning and directing work; rewarding and disciplining employees; resolving conflicts.
• Work with leadership and various functions to modernize the company’s infrastructure and systems, including reporting (Power BI, AX Dynamic (ERP) globally.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Do you have experience in Word processing?, Do you have a Master’s degree?, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Project a professional attitude and aptitude.
• Strong listening skills and information gathering skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in English. Outstanding communicator in groups or one on one.
• Strong knowledge and experience with scalable data structures (Analytical, Snowflake Schema), storage methods (Cloud-Azure, SQL, AWS), including Data Marts, Lakes, and Warehouses.
• Systems design and development process, including business case development, requirements analysis, software design, programming, testing, installation, data conversion, user training, and production rollout
• Project management methodologies and tools, business process analysis, and redesign.
• IT operations, including hardware and software maintenance and support, systems and network administration, and telecommunications.
• Understands business implications of decisions; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively lead others.
• Computer literate with strong knowledge of Microsoft office applications including word processing, spreadsheet software applications, and presentation software.
• Ability to write various types of correspondence including articles, reports, and presentations.
• Must have strong organizational skills and pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to teach, train, and develop others.
• Ability to plan, organize, and work successfully on simultaneous projects.
• Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level.
• Strong attention to detail but also have a desire to understand the big picture.
• Experience with Microsoft AX Dynamics ERP system with a good understanding of data integration., * Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related discipline, or a combination of education and related work experience. Master’s degree preferred
• 10-15 years of experience in handling the responsibilities outlined above
• At least three (3) years of experience supervising or managing others.