Senior IT Manager
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Job Location:
Coopersville, MI - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 120000 - 140000
Posted on:
16-09-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Looking to pivot into an exciting new role where you can truly lead IT strategy and operations for a dynamic manufacturing organization
We are searching for a Senior IT Manager to take the reins of our entire technology infrastructure within a specialized engineering and manufacturing company. This highly influential position demands a seasoned professional who can excel as the sole IT expert in a small person shop IT manager environment with a critical focus on ERP and manufacturing systems. You will not only manage day-to-day operations but also architect and implement strategic technology roadmaps ensuring our systems are robust secure and scalable to support our advanced manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define and execute the overall IT strategy aligning technology initiatives with business goals and operational needs.
- Oversee the comprehensive management of all IT systems including server infrastructure network architecture and endpoint security.
- Administer optimize and provide strategic direction for the companys ERP system integrating it seamlessly with manufacturing and business processes.
- Implement and enforce advanced cybersecurity frameworks conduct regular risk assessments and manage incident response.
- Lead significant IT projects from inception through completion including major system upgrades cloud migrations and new technology rollouts.
- Manage IT budgets vendor relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure optimal service delivery and cost efficiency.
- Provide expert-level technical support and mentorship serving as the ultimate technical authority for all IT-related challenges.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
Recommended Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 7 years of progressive IT experience including at least 3 years in a senior leadership or management capacity preferably in manufacturing.
- Extensive experience with enterprise-level ERP systems including deep understanding of configuration integration and optimization.
- Proven track record of leading complex IT projects and managing cross-functional technical initiatives.
- Expertise in Windows Server environments Active Directory virtualization technologies (VMware Hyper-V) and Office 365 administration.
- Strong command of network infrastructure including routing switching firewalls and robust cybersecurity principles.
- Exceptional strategic planning analytical and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree in a relevant field or a PMP certification.
- Industry certifications such as CCNA CCNP CISSP MCSE or ITIL.
- Experience with industrial automation or Operational Technology (OT) integration.
- Familiarity with compliance standards relevant to manufacturing or defense industries.
Roles That Should Apply:
- Senior IT Manager
- IT Director (SMB)
- Head of IT Operations
- Principal Systems Engineer
- IT Architect
If you are a visionary IT leader eager to make a profound and lasting impact on a growing manufacturing company this opportunity allows you to drive technological excellence from the ground up. Join us and shape the future of our IT landscape making a pivotal contribution to our innovation and operational success.
Key Skills
- IT Experience
- Business Continuity Planning
- IT Management
- SAAS
- Desktop Administration
- Computer Networking
- Management Experience
- Salesforce
- IT Service Management
- ITIL
- Azure
- Project Implementation
