Director of I.T.

Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for support of the Semblex core business systems (i.e. ERP, databases, servers, etc.).
• Responsible for planning, budgeting and tracking of capital investments related to IT technology and systems.
• Responsible for the identification, assessment, planning and implementation of the organization’s current and future technology needs.
• Plan, lead, coordinate and execute information technology implementations. Manage and oversee proposals, projects and related budgets on I.T. related contractors/consultants.
• Oversee and manage cybersecurity strategy, systems, and operation to protect the organization and operations against network vulnerabilities and threats.
• Provide support to all departments with annual planning activities (i.e. standard cost rolls, royalty reporting, sales forecasts, budget planning, etc.) as outlined by I.T. Director.
• Participate in annual strategic planning activities and annual business planning process.
• Conduct annual performance reviews, career development plans, and team objectives for the I.T. staff.
• Provide I.T support for IATF audit, TISAX label certification and customer specific requirements as it pertains to I.T.
• Act as back-up support for I.T team members as it relates to enterprise systems, EDI, ERP, network and infrastructure issues.
• Participate in the implementation of PLEX fill processes, ensuring efficient integration and functionality.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline
• 10+ years in an information technology support function
• Proven experience in successfully implementing ERP systems.
• Technical communication, EDI experience, network experience, helpdesk experience, command of Microsoft products, knowledge of IBM midrange systems, knowledge of ERP systems.

Desired Qualifications: Master’s degree in computer science or related discipline

• Epicor/CMS and/or PLEX (ERP experience)
• Experience with developing and monitoring department budget, general business acumen.
• Manufacturing and automotive industry experience.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Manage up to four direct reports

Physical Requirements:

• Physical requirements include: Lifting up to 20 pounds on occasion to handle computer hardware. May include kneeling, twisting, and maneuvering into difficult areas for purpose of hardware re-alignment or repair.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in a typical office environment 95% of the time.
• May require some weekend and evening work.

Application Process:

We are seeking to connect directly with candidates for this role. Please submit your application and resume through Indeed or on our company’s careers page at

We kindly ask that staffing agencies and third-party recruiters refrain from reaching out or submitting candidates for this position.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• ERP systems: 10 years (Required)
• System IBM midrange systems: 10 years (Required)
• EDI (Electronic Data Interchange): 10 years (Required)
• Microsoft Suites: 10 years (Required)
• IT Management: 10 years (Required)
• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Elmhurst, IL 60126 (Required)
• Work Location: In person