Director Information Technology

IT Director –Olive Branch, MS

The IT Director will lead the Information Technology department within the Milwaukee Tool distribution facility; partnering with other members of the management or executive team to ensure evolving technology needs are anticipated and met.

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the IT function including the technical applications, infrastructure and information systems across three locations.

A hands-on leader, logical thinker and champion of change that can effectively manage the implementation of IT projects.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the management of IT infrastructure and applications within the distribution center.

• Oversees technical projects in alignment with organizational goals.

• Responsible the prioritization and management of IT department projects

• Budgeting and planning for IT resources and capital expenditure.

• Partners with other functional department leaders to advise on technology and provide relevant information about status of IT projects

• Maintaining and improving IT team knowledge of network, software development and programming tools.

• Partnering with the IT function at corporate to leverage them when possible and also to ensure all corporate guidelines are followed.

• Meet company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies, procedures & Business Standards.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years plus managing an IT and development organization required.

• IT Management in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment required.

• College Degree or similar in Computer Science or related field preferred.

• Strong understanding of WMS and ERP applications (HighJump, EDI)

JNCODE: JN008; JN037; JN027; JN014