Director of IT
Kacmarcik Enterprises•Grafton, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
Kapco is looking for an innovative IT leader who has experience implementing emerging technologies in a growing, diverse manufacturing organization. The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor, providing guidance on how technology can be a catalyst for growth, efficiency, and competitive advantage. We’ve made significant investments into our ERP & Business Intelligence platforms and this individual will play a critical role in ensuring we leverage, scale & maximize our investments.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business or a related field
- 10-15+ years of progressive IT experience
- At least 5 years in a senior leadership role, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Deep knowledge of database applications in manufacturing, including ERP & CRM systems, Industry 4.o & OT platforms, and business intelligence tools
- Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and ability to influence in a matrixed organization
Nice To Haves
- A Master’s degree or MBA is highly desirable
Responsibilities
- Understand the unique needs of each business division & translate that into a clear, actionable IT strategy that aligns with the company’s overall vision
- Lead the IT shared service, including all IT infrastructure & Helpdesk support operations, as well as the cybersecurity function for Kapco & our family of companies
- Oversee critical manufacturing platforms such as ERP (Plex), WMS (Cella), CRM (Salesforce) and other platforms to ensure reliability, scalability & data integrity
- Manage relationships with strategic technology partners and oversee IT operating & capital budgets
- Work with leaders across the business to identify technology pain points & maintain a funnel of high impact technology opportunities to address those needs
- Stay abreast of current and emerging technologies in the manufacturing & supply chain space, including areas such as Industry 4.0, Business Intelligence, AI & others
- Build and lead a high-performing IT team, fostering collaboration between IT & the business
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401K
- Profit Sharing
- Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Onsite Wellness Center
- Gym Membership
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
