Director of Information Technology

CMK Resources is working with a partner in the manufacturing industry to identify a Director of Information Technology to lead their next phase of digital and systems transformation. This role will serve as a key member of the leadership team, partnering closely with executive stakeholders across Finance, Sales, Marketing, and Operations.

The Director of IT will own the overall technology strategy, with a strong focus on business applications, web platforms, and digital enablement for sales teams and partner networks. This position also maintains responsibility for core infrastructure, requiring a balanced background across both modern platforms and foundational IT operations.

This is a succession role with a planned transition period to support knowledge transfer.

Key Responsibilities

Digital and Web Platform Leadership

• Lead strategy and execution for web-based business applications, including portals, distributor systems, and customer-facing tools
• Oversee design, development, integration, and optimization of digital platforms
• Ensure systems are scalable, secure, and aligned with business goals

Sales and Partner Enablement

• Partner with Sales and Marketing to improve field productivity and partner engagement
• Support CRM, ERP, and e-commerce integrations for end-to-end visibility
• Enhance reporting, data accuracy, and self-service capabilities

Business Applications and Integration

• Own lifecycle and strategy for enterprise applications including ERP, CRM, and SaaS platforms
• Lead system integrations to ensure seamless data flow across internal and external systems
• Evaluate and implement new technologies aligned with business objectives

Governance, Security, and Risk Management

• Ensure security, integrity, and availability of systems and data
• Establish IT policies, standards, and governance frameworks
• Oversee access controls, compliance, and business continuity planning

Leadership and Financial Oversight

• Lead and develop a distributed IT team
• Define technology roadmap and performance metrics tied to business outcomes
• Manage IT budget and ensure alignment between cost and innovation
• Provide executive-level updates on initiatives, risks, and ROI

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 8 years of progressive IT leadership experience
• Background supporting sales organizations, partner networks, or customer-facing platforms

Technical Competencies

• Strong understanding of web technologies, SaaS platforms, and cloud-based systems
• Experience with ERP and CRM platforms and system integrations
• Exposure to ERP modernization or migration initiatives is a plus
• Experience with data, reporting, and analytics
• Ability to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions
• Awareness of trends in digital commerce, field sales, and partner ecosystems

Leadership and Communication

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence executive stakeholders
• Strong communication skills, able to simplify complex technical concepts
• Collaborative leadership style with strong interpersonal skills
• Experience building and executing technology roadmaps