Director, Information Technology

Description

• Develop and execute an enterprise-wide IT strategy aligned with the company’s growth goals, including multi-site and multi-state environments.
• Create and execute post-acquisition integration roadmaps (network, email/domain, ERP/HRIS migration, hardware standardization).
• Ensure reliable help desk support, system uptime, data recovery, and continuity protocols.
• Manage IT vendor relationships, contracts, and SLAs for hardware, software, cybersecurity, and telecom.
• Maintain and improve cybersecurity standards, policies, and compliance requirements (NIST, SOC, ISO, etc.).
• Manage integration of ERP with key systems (CRM, Paylocity HRIS, engineering platforms, inventory management, etc.).
• Support data governance, reporting standards, and business intelligence initiatives.
• Partner with executive leaders (COO, CFO, VP Finance, HR, Operations, Engineering, Sales) to identify digital transformation opportunities.
• Monitor KPIs and operational metrics to ensure high-quality IT service delivery.
• Partner closely with HR, Finance, and Operations on change management during integrations.
• Manage enterprise software, licensing, and hardware lifecycle across all entities.
• Lead system optimization, upgrades, new module implementation, and workflow enhancements.
• Implement best-practice IT governance, project management frameworks, and documentation.
• Foster a service-oriented culture that supports all departments and remote sites.
• Lead due-diligence activities for IT during acquisitions (infrastructure, cybersecurity, licensing, systems landscape).
• Regularly present strategic updates, risks, and opportunities to executive leadership.
• Standardize technology across new entities to align with MoboTrex enterprise standards.
• Work on cutting-edge technology that shapes the future of smart mobility.
• Serve as the functional and strategic lead for the company’s ERP (e.g., Infor CSI/Syteline or future systems).
• Direct complex, cross-functional IT projects involving multiple business units and states.
• Lead and mentor a distributed IT team; establish clear performance goals, processes, and service delivery standards.
• Communicate complex technical information clearly to non-technical leaders and employees.
• Oversee annual IT budgeting, forecasting, lifecycle planning, and vendor management.
• Oversee IT infrastructure, networking, cloud services, hardware, and system performance across all sites.

Requirements

• Microsoft 365/Azure AD administration.
• Cybersecurity protocols and tools.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Experience overseeing IT security, infrastructure, and enterprise applications.
• Hybrid work flexibility available, with presence required in Pflugerville, TX headquarters and Davenport, IA corporate office during key periods.
• High adaptability and comfort working in a fast-moving, multi-entity environment.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence and guide cross-functional partners.
• Strong leadership history in manufacturing, distribution, engineering, industrial, or similar environments preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Proven ability to lead IT modernization, cloud migrations, and network standardization.
• Demonstrated success leading M&A IT integrations (due diligence, migration, consolidation).
• Travel up to 20–30% may be required to visit multiple states and business units.
• 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including multi-site, multi-state operations preferred.
• Project management tools and methodologies (PMP certification a plus).
• ERP systems (Infor CSI/Syteline strongly preferred or equivalent).
• Strong customer-service orientation and collaborative mindset.
• Network architecture, WAN/LAN, VPN, VOIP.
• API integrations and data management.
• Expertise with ERP systems, particularly in manufacturing (Infor CSI/Syteline, SAP B1, NetSuite, or similar) preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance