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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Manager - **Company:** Standex International Corporation - **Location:** Sugar Land, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Integration Architecture, Application Portfolio Management, Business Software, Data Migration, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), IT Management, Information Technology Operations, Microsoft Office, Windows Servers, Network Planning and Design, Network Administration, Operational Data Store, Software Deployment, Software Requirements Analysis, Oracle Fusion Middleware, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, IT General Controls (ITGC), Information Technology, SAP S/4HANA, Data Management - **Published:** August 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=49f274f6169fe92b ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. * Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT management, with a proven track record of leading successful IT teams and projects. * Prior ownership of a tier-1 ERP implementation as business unit lead or program lead (Oracle Fusion, SAP S/4HANA, or equivalent), through go-live and stabilization. * Demonstrated experience with IT controls and SOx compliance. * Direct experience with IT/OT convergence in the context of a plant build, major expansion, or greenfield facility. * Strong technical background in administration of networking, cybersecurity, Windows servers, PCs and Office 365 * Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. * Solid understanding of IT best practices, industry standards, and regulatory requirements * Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic IT plans that align with business goals and drive innovation and growth. * Experience and temperament to handle highly confidential information/material. * Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and organizational skills. * Managing the integration of new acquisitions into our IT Infrastructure ## Description The Manager Information Technology leads all IT activities for Amran, part of Standex Electronics Grid, a fast-growing manufacturing business. Amran is looking for an IT leader who can help scale IT as the business grows through the deployment of applications, user support and IT controls. The business is expanding its manufacturing footprint and intends to expand its use of operational technology. This role owns day-to-day IT operations, leads on-site modernization of the application portfolio (including a new ERP), maintains a strong IT control environment, and helps design the IT and OT foundation for the new plant. The ideal candidate needs to be a hands-on and a trusted advisor to the business leaders, translating business objectives into technology decisions and building IT literacy across the leadership team. The position is based in Sugar Land, TX yet may require travel to other Standex sites to support What You'll Do * Develop and implement Amran IT strategies and initiatives aligned with Standex and Standex Electronics overall objectives and business needs. * Translate business objectives, growth plans into a coherent technology roadmap. * Build IT literacy across a leadership team and be the IT voice at the table. * Work with Standex IT teams to assess the current application landscape and create a prioritized IT modernization roadmap that replace legacy applications with ones to help grow the business. * Serve as the business unit lead for the enterprise ERP implementation: requirements definition, process design, data migration, integration architecture, cutover, and post-go-live stabilization. * Own the systems integration architecture between the U.S. business and the affiliated India entity, including intercompany transactions, master data alignment, and supply chain visibility. * Oversee the day-to-day operations for IT, including network administration, system maintenance, and user support. * Manage security and availability of business applications specific to Electronics. * In collaboration with the Enterprise team, ensure the security and integrity of the company's IT infrastructure, including data protection, cybersecurity measures, and compliance with relevant regulations. * Lead the IT and OT scope for the new manufacturing facility: network design and segmentation, wireless coverage, shop-floor connectivity, MES/SCADA integration, and IT/OT security. * Partner with plant leadership, engineering, and equipment vendors on OT platform selection, standards, and deployment. * Design how OT data flows into enterprise systems (ERP, analytics) so the plant delivers not only production capacity but usable operational data. * Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and systems to enhance productivity, efficiency, and innovation within the organization. * Responsible for the Amran internal audit, external audit (Deloitte), and management testing engagements. * Implement Standex corporate IT policies and standards, including Enterprise IT controls. * Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to understand their IT needs and requirements and provide strategic guidance and support. * Manage budgets, resources, and vendor relationships to optimize costs and ensure the timely delivery of IT services and solutions. * Assist as an escalation point for service desk tickets or ticket overflow, if necessary * Follow all safety and security policies and procedures. * Other duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Swapping a Data Warehouse at Runtime: Zero-Downtime Migration Without Changing a Single Client](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100311-swapping-a-data-warehouse-at-runtime-zero-downtime-migration-without-changing-a-single-client) - [Your Manager Doesn’t Come with a User Manual (But You Can Totally Write One)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1495-your-manager-doesn-t-come-with-a-user-manual-but-you-can-totally-write-one) - [Engineering/Manager Pendulum: Generating compound interest on your career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100348-engineering-manager-pendulum-generating-compound-interest-on-your-career) - [Successful talent development in tech: A joint journey of executives and talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1497-successful-talent-development-in-tech-a-joint-journey-of-executives-and-talents) - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) ## Related Articles - [How should you format your IT resume?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/68-how-should-you-format-your-it-resume) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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