Director, Information Technology

Leupold + Stevens, Inc. • Beaverton, OR

8h

About The Position

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Information Technology to lead enterprise technology initiatives that enable operational excellence and business growth. This role oversees all core IT functions—including infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, ERP, software development, and data analytics—while driving innovation and modernization across the organization.
Technology Strategy & Execution
Translate enterprise technology strategy into actionable roadmaps.
Prioritize initiatives across infrastructure, security, ERP, and data platforms to deliver measurable business outcomes.
Ensure alignment with organizational goals and resource planning.
Leadership & Team Development
Lead and mentor IT managers and teams responsible for operations, enterprise applications, and software development.
Build capabilities in cloud, data engineering, and emerging technologies while fostering a culture of collaboration and customer focus.
Enterprise Applications & ERP (Manufacturing Focus)
Provide oversight for ERP systems, ideally Oracle E-Business Suite, and adjacent manufacturing systems, ensuring stability, integration, and data integrity.
Partner with operations, supply chain, and finance to optimize plan-to-produce, procure-to-pay, and order-to-cash processes.
Govern system changes and release management to support manufacturing excellence.
Infrastructure & Cloud Services
Ensure reliable and secure IT operations across on-premises and hybrid cloud environments.
Oversee identity management, network architecture, and collaboration platforms.
Drive modernization initiatives and optimize vendor relationships for cost efficiency and performance.
Cybersecurity & Risk Management
Maintain a strong security posture and compliance with industry standards.
Oversee risk management, vulnerability remediation, and incident response.
Ensure readiness for audits and regulatory requirements while safeguarding sensitive data.
Software Development & Integration
Establish best practices for software development and integration, including Agile and DevSecOps methodologies.
Enable automation and connected systems through API-driven architectures that unify ERP, manufacturing systems, and digital platforms.
Data & Analytics
Build a governed data platform to support advanced analytics and AI-driven insights.
Identify high-impact use cases such as predictive maintenance and demand forecasting to improve decision-making and operational efficiency.
Financial & Portfolio Management
Manage IT budgets and track ROI for major initiatives.
Standardize vendor evaluations and cost optimization across infrastructure, cloud, and application portfolios.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive IT experience, including leadership of multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proven success in ERP and manufacturing systems oversight, ideally Oracle E-Business Suite, technology strategy execution, and enterprise systems management.
• Expertise in cloud platforms, cybersecurity, and modern data architectures.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice To Haves

• CISM
• PMP
• Cloud Architect (Azure/AWS)
• ITIL

Responsibilities

• Translate enterprise technology strategy into actionable roadmaps.
• Prioritize initiatives across infrastructure, security, ERP, and data platforms to deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Ensure alignment with organizational goals and resource planning.
• Lead and mentor IT managers and teams responsible for operations, enterprise applications, and software development.
• Build capabilities in cloud, data engineering, and emerging technologies while fostering a culture of collaboration and customer focus.
• Provide oversight for ERP systems, ideally Oracle E-Business Suite, and adjacent manufacturing systems, ensuring stability, integration, and data integrity.
• Partner with operations, supply chain, and finance to optimize plan-to-produce, procure-to-pay, and order-to-cash processes.
• Govern system changes and release management to support manufacturing excellence.
• Ensure reliable and secure IT operations across on-premises and hybrid cloud environments.
• Oversee identity management, network architecture, and collaboration platforms.
• Drive modernization initiatives and optimize vendor relationships for cost efficiency and performance.
• Maintain a strong security posture and compliance with industry standards.
• Oversee risk management, vulnerability remediation, and incident response.
• Ensure readiness for audits and regulatory requirements while safeguarding sensitive data.
• Establish best practices for software development and integration, including Agile and DevSecOps methodologies.
• Enable automation and connected systems through API-driven architectures that unify ERP, manufacturing systems, and digital platforms.
• Build a governed data platform to support advanced analytics and AI-driven insights.
• Identify high-impact use cases such as predictive maintenance and demand forecasting to improve decision-making and operational efficiency.
• Manage IT budgets and track ROI for major initiatives.
• Standardize vendor evaluations and cost optimization across infrastructure, cloud, and application portfolios.

Benefits

• affordable health and dental insurance
• a strong commitment to training and professional development including an internal skills development program for all manufacturing team members
• a generous tuition reimbursement program
• company contributions up to 8% of base pay into a 401K retirement account
• profit sharing
• great product discounts (to name a few)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees