Director of Information Technology (IT)

Koch Enterprises Family of Companies•Strafford, MO

16h

About The Position

Amprod is seeking an experienced, business-minded Director of Information Technology to lead technology strategy, cybersecurity, infrastructure, enterprise systems, and digital transformation initiatives across its family of manufacturing businesses. This executive leadership role ensures technology investments support operational excellence, growth, innovation, customer requirements, and long-term competitiveness. The director will provide strategic leadership and align technology with organizational objectives across multiple facilities and business units. The position leads IT strategy and governance, budgeting, resource planning, vendor management, and technology operations. It oversees cybersecurity, business continuity, disaster recovery, risk management, and data protection, while providing strategic direction for infrastructure, enterprise applications, business systems, integrations, and technology platforms. The director partners with organizational leaders, leads digital transformation and strategic projects, evaluates emerging technologies and automation opportunities, and develops a high-performing technology team. The role is based in the Strafford/Springfield, Missouri area and requires periodic travel to operating divisions, customer locations, trade shows, and industry events. Plant visits and operational support may involve standing, walking, lifting, and wearing required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Significant leadership experience in information technology, digital transformation, or enterprise business systems.
Experience leading multifunctional IT teams and enterprise-wide technology initiatives.
Demonstrated success aligning technology strategies with business objectives.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting manufacturing, engineering, industrial, or multi-site operations.
Experience leading ERP, system integration, automation, or digital transformation projects.
Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, infrastructure management, and data analytics.
Experience evaluating and implementing emerging technologies, including AI-enabled solutions.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute enterprise-wide technology strategies that support business growth and operational objectives.
Advise executive leadership on technology opportunities, risks, investments, and priorities.
Lead IT budgeting, resource planning, vendor management, and technology governance.
Ensure secure, reliable, and efficient technology operations across multiple facilities and business units.
Oversee cybersecurity, business continuity, disaster recovery, risk management, and data protection programs.
Provide strategic direction for infrastructure, enterprise applications, business systems, integrations, and technology platforms.
Partner with leaders across the organization to improve processes, productivity, decision-making, and information flow.
Lead digital transformation initiatives and strategic technology projects from concept through implementation.
Evaluate emerging technologies, automation opportunities, and artificial intelligence solutions that create measurable business value.
Build, develop, and lead a high-performing technology team focused on innovation, collaboration, and customer service.
Establish goals, accountability measures, and development plans for team members.