Director of Information Technology

About the Company

A medium-sized engineering and manufacturing firm with around 100 employees worldwide focused on designing and producing complex mechanical systems for a global clientele is expanding its leadership team.

Role Overview

The company is seeking a Director of Information Technology to serve as the principal technology executive overseeing enterprise systems, IT infrastructure, and international IT operations. This position demands a proactive leader able to simultaneously manage daily IT tasks and develop strategic processes and scalable systems suitable for a growing multinational organization.

Primary Responsibilities

• Direct the internal coordination of the company's IFS ERP system implementation, partnering effectively with external implementation teams and senior leadership.
• Ensure that the ERP solution supports manufacturing, distribution, and field service activities and establish sustainable governance and support structures for enterprise systems.
• Supervise IT operations across sites in Europe and North America, maintaining secure, dependable systems and fostering collaboration with engineering, production, and international partners.
• Manage core IT infrastructure, including networks, enterprise applications, and cloud platforms, overseeing the Managed Service Provider to guarantee system reliability and cybersecurity preparedness.
• Lead the internal IT team and contractors, creating processes and structures that promote operational maturity and support future organizational growth.
• Align IT strategies with business goals, driving technological improvements that enhance efficiency across engineering, manufacturing, and service functions.

Required Qualifications

• Over 10 years of rising responsibility in IT leadership positions.
• Experience in managing multi-location and international IT environments.
• A strong hands-on leadership approach balancing execution with strategic planning.
• Expertise in managing enterprise systems, infrastructure, and vendor relationships.
• Professional background in manufacturing, distribution, or field service sectors.