IT Department Manager

Overview

Steinhafels is looking for an experienced Information Technology Department Manager to lead our IT department and help drive technology initiatives across our growing organization.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we believe in taking ownership, working together, and finding better ways to serve our customers and support our teams. In this role, you'll lead a talented group of IT professionals, oversee critical business systems, and partner with company leadership to ensure our technology supports the needs of the business.

This is an opportunity for a strong leader who enjoys developing people, solving problems, and making a meaningful impact across an organization.

Responsibilities

- Lead and develop the IT department, including network infrastructure, cloud systems, web development, business systems, and help desk support.

- Establish department priorities, manage workloads, and ensure projects and operational needs are addressed effectively.

- Oversee the performance, reliability, and security of company technology systems across multiple locations.

- Partner with department leaders to identify technology needs, improve processes, and support business initiatives.

- Manage technology projects, including system implementations, upgrades, and new store openings.

- Oversee cybersecurity practices, data protection, and business continuity planning.

- Develop and manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, and technology investments.

- Provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities for IT team members.

- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that improve efficiency and support company growth.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.

- 5+ years of progressive IT experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.

- Broad understanding of networking, cloud systems, software development, business applications, cybersecurity, and technical support.

- Experience managing technical teams, projects, budgets, and vendor relationships.

- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to balance competing priorities and collaborate effectively with company leadership and other departments.

- Experience supporting technology operations across multiple locations preferred.

- Ability to occasionally travel between company locations and respond to critical technology needs outside regular business hours.

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