Vice President of Information Technology

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We are seeking a visionary Vice President of Information Technology to join our leadership team during an exciting period of growth. This newly created leadership role will be instrumental in defining and executing an IT strategy that drives operational efficiency. The Vice President of Information Technology will be responsible for building and scaling our IT organization from the ground up, delivering technology solutions that drive growth and providing an exceptional customer experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing large-scale IT projects, implementing cutting-edge technologies, and leading teams in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute a technology strategy that supports company growth, operational excellence, customer experience, and profitability.
• Partner closely with executive leadership to identify opportunities where technology can improve revenue generation, customer acquisition, retention, efficiency, and EBITDA performance.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders across Operations, Manufacturing, Sales, Marketing, Finance, HR, Supply Chain, and Customer Service.
• Translate business objectives into scalable technology solutions and communicate technology investments in terms of business value and measurable outcomes.
• Lead technology planning, governance, and prioritization to ensure alignment with organizational goals and growth initiatives.

IT Leadership & Team Development

• Build and lead a high-performing IT organization capable of supporting both manufacturing and remodeling operations.
• Design the organizational structure, talent strategy, and operating model needed to scale with business growth.
• Establish performance expectations, key performance indicators, and accountability measures across the technology organization.
• Develop and mentor technology leaders while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer service.
• Determine the optimal balance between internal resources, strategic partners, and outsourced services.

Business Systems & Digital Transformation

• Own the strategy, governance, optimization, and integration of enterprise business systems, including ERP, Salesforce CRM, manufacturing systems, financial platforms, HRIS, and business intelligence tools.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives that improve customer experience, operational efficiency, and business performance.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Finance leaders to maximize the value of enterprise systems and business data.
• Drive system implementations, upgrades, integrations, and modernization efforts that support organizational growth and scalability.
• Leverage AI, automation, analytics, and emerging technologies to improve productivity, decision-making, and business outcomes.

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Partner with business leaders to evaluate, redesign, and optimize core business processes.
• Standardize systems, workflows, and data practices to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational performance, customer satisfaction, and employee productivity.
• Establish reporting, analytics, and data governance capabilities that support informed decision-making and organizational transparency.

Cybersecurity, Infrastructure & Technology Operations

• Ensure technology systems, infrastructure, networks, telecommunications, and cybersecurity programs are secure, reliable, scalable, and aligned with business requirements.
• Maintain governance, risk management, disaster recovery, business continuity, and compliance programs that protect company assets and operations.
• Oversee technology architecture and operational support services while ensuring a high-quality user experience across the organization.

Financial & Vendor Management

• Develop and manage the technology budget, technology roadmap, and long-term investment strategy.
• Ensure technology investments deliver measurable business value, operational improvements, and return on investment.
• Negotiate and manage vendor contracts, technology partnerships, and service agreements.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and maximize the value of technology spending.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation for Vice President of Information Technology:

$200,000 + (Based on experience) + potential bonus

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.

• 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior executive leadership role.
• Experience leading technology strategy in manufacturing, construction, building products, home services, distribution, industrial, or other operationally intensive business environments.
• Demonstrated success partnering with executive leadership to drive business growth, operational efficiency, customer experience, and profitability through technology.
• Strong experience leading ERP and CRM (Salesforce preferred) implementations, integrations, optimization initiatives, and enterprise business transformation efforts.
• Experience leveraging technology, automation, AI, analytics, and digital transformation initiatives to improve business performance and measurable outcomes.
• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, system integrations, or private-equity-backed organizations preferred.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity, risk management, business continuity, disaster recovery, and technology governance.
• Proven success delivering process improvements and measurable business results through cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Operations, Marketing, Finance, and Customer Service teams.
• Experience managing technology budgets, vendor relationships, strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, and technology investment planning.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, PMP, ITIL, Lean Six Sigma, Salesforce, Microsoft, or cloud-related certifications are a plus.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and Holidays
• Vision insurance