IT Director

Company: Sensio Inc
Location: New York
Posted on: May 3, 2024

Job Description:

IT DIRECTORMade By Gather is looking for a candidate to oversee and direct the global Information Technology for the company. We are looking for a leader who has had progressively grown their career and wants the opportunity to establish their identity as a leader for information technology. We need an individual looking to establish best practices, lead global strategies, develop best in industry data warehousing capabilities, master data integrity and policies all with a foundation of secure and reliable systems. Mady By Gather is a company that has experienced dramatic growth in recent years and will be doubling our business in the next 3 years in both domestic and international markets. This position will own the 3-year road map to enable an industry best insight data driven organization. Position will work closely with senior leadership and board members and can quickly grow their career. Successful candidate will embrace Made By Gather's culture and values. This includes being growth minded, collaborative, embracing change and teamwork. You need to thrive in a fast-paced environment that wants our technology to disrupt this industry and is a key enabler of our growth.RESPONSIBILITIES:Develop and execute the IT strategy aligned with organizational goals, ensuring technology supports and enhances business objectives.Manage, develop, recruit, train and motivate the IT department in North America and Asia with four direct reports (team of 7)Lead and mentor team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture. Oversee hiring, training, and performance evaluations.Develop and manage the IT budget, allocating resources effectively and ensuring financial efficiency.Manage and oversee IT projects from initiation to completion, ensuring on-time delivery, within budget, and meeting quality standards.Develop and manage data engineering standards, including establishing a data warehouseDevelop and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans to minimize downtime in the event of IT disruptions.Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and hardware components.Consistently analyze IT infrastructure and systems performance to assess operationhal requirements, and metrics maintenance - making recommendations to management accordinglyImplement and maintain robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard the organization's data. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.Evaluate, select, and manage relationships with external vendors, ensuring quality service delivery and cost-effectiveness.Stay informed about emerging technologies, assess their potential impact on the organization, and make recommendations for adoption, continuously improving and refining technology roadmap and owning global IT startegyOversee the IT helpdesk function, ensuring timely and effective resolution of user issues and providing excellent customer service.Manage all existing hardware and software programs, making updates as necessary to support the business and teamsManage all stages of all IT projects and development lifecycle QUALIFICATIONS:7-10 years experience in Information Technology, Computer Science with experience in consumer goods a plusProven track record of successfully implementing and managing IT projects and infrastructure.Experience working within and managing Azure and Netsuite applications and programs, with proven success developing, maintaining and implementing software, technology and systemsStrong experience with data management & engineering, EDI & API connectivity, SQL (complex stored procedures/triggers/functions) and SQL database managementExperience handling data in EDI/XML/Flat File/Excel format, third party mapping tools, and full system development life cycle (development, test, and prod)Strong leadership and team management skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.Strategic thinking with a focus on aligning IT activities with overall business objectives.Familiarity with cloud computing, cybersecurity best practices, and emerging technologies.Previous success in implementing IT governance and compliance frameworks.Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field a plusPIb7a85bd1ad95-25660-34372854

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