Sr. IT Director

Sr. IT Director Location: Onsite - South Bend, IN Compensation: $150,000 - $180,000 + target bonus Overview We are seeking a hands-on, growth-oriented Sr. IT Director to lead enterprise technology strategy for a rapidly expanding manufacturing organization. This is a newly created role driven by aggressive growth plans, ERP transformation, and automation initiatives. The Sr. IT Director will serve as a key member of the IT team, responsible for modernizing systems, scaling IT capabilities, and enabling data-driven decision-making across the business. This role is fully onsite and requires a leader who is equally comfortable setting strategy and rolling up their sleeves alongside a small, high-impact IT team. Key Responsibilities Lead ERP system selection, implementation, and integration across manufacturing and business operations (Epicor, Plex, or similar systems) Drive automation initiatives, including plant floor systems, robotics, AGVs, and shop floor IT enablement Build and execute an enterprise data and analytics strategy to improve visibility, costing, planning, and operational performance Partner closely with the executive team to align technology strategy with aggressive growth goals, including new sites and revenue expansion Elevate IT delivery pace, discipline, and execution to match C-suite expectations Lead change management efforts to improve adoption, data integrity, and cross-functional alignment Develop, mentor, and scale a small, gritty internal IT and ERP-focused team Balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution as the organization scales Required Experience & Background Proven senior IT leadership experience within manufacturing or industrial environments Deep ERP implementation and selection experience, particularly in production, material planning, costing, and integrations Strong understanding of EDI, APIs, and system integrations Track record of delivering technology initiatives in fast-paced, growth-driven organizations Hands-on leadership style with the ability to dive into execution when needed Experience bridging business, operations, and technology teams Formal IT education preferred but not required if paired with strong, practical career progression Desired Leadership Traits High emotional intelligence and strong executive presence Comfortable operating in ambiguity and driving change Gritty, sleeves-up mentality with a collaborative leadership style Strong communicator who can influence at all levels of the organization Passion for manufacturing environments and operational excellence Additional Details Industry: Manufacturing Travel: Minimal ( Reporting Structure: Reports to the executive team; current IT leadership remains in place and becomes part of the expanded organization Work Environment: Fully onsite; candidates seeking hybrid or remote work will not be a fit Why This Role This is a rare opportunity to build and shape enterprise IT from the ground up during a critical growth phase. The Sr. IT Director will play a central role in ERP modernization, automation strategy, and long-term scalability as the organization targets significant revenue growth and operational transformation. #INMAR2026 #LI-JW1 Click here to apply online EB-1793311857

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