IT Department Manager

Steinhafels Furniture; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Steinhafels Furniture is seeking an experienced Information Technology Department Manager to lead our IT team and drive technology initiatives across our growing organization. You will oversee network infrastructure, cloud systems, and business applications, guiding critical projects for multiple locations.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we value ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The role focuses on leadership development, strategic planning, and aligning IT with business

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive IT experience with leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Broad understanding of networking, cloud systems, software development, cybersecurity, and technical support.
• Experience managing teams, budgets, and vendor relationships.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel between locations and respond to critical technology needs outside regular business hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the IT department, including network infrastructure, cloud systems, web development, business systems, and help desk support.
• Establish department priorities, manage workloads, and ensure projects and operational needs are addressed effectively.
• Oversee the performance, reliability, and security of company technology systems across multiple locations.
• Partner with department leaders to identify technology needs, improve processes, and support business initiatives.
• Manage technology projects, including system implementations, upgrades, and new store openings.
• Oversee cybersecurity practices, data protection, and business continuity planning.
• Develop and manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, and technology investments.
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities for IT team members.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that improve efficiency and support company growth.
• Occasionally travel between company locations to respond to critical technology needs.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Vendor management

Cybersecurity

Communication

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related

Job description

Steinhafels is looking for an experienced Information Technology Department Manager to lead our IT department and help drive technology initiatives across our growing organization.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we believe in taking ownership, working together, and finding better ways to serve our customers and support our teams. In this role, you'll lead a talented group of IT professionals, oversee critical business systems, and partner with company leadership to ensure our technology supports the needs of the business.

This is an opportunity for a strong leader who enjoys developing people, solving problems, and making a meaningful impact across an organization.

• Lead and develop the IT department, including network infrastructure, cloud systems, web development, business systems, and help desk support.
• Establish department priorities, manage workloads, and ensure projects and operational needs are addressed effectively.
• Oversee the performance, reliability, and security of company technology systems across multiple locations.
• Partner with department leaders to identify technology needs, improve processes, and support business initiatives.
• Manage technology projects, including system implementations, upgrades, and new store openings.
• Oversee cybersecurity practices, data protection, and business continuity planning.
• Develop and manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, and technology investments.
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities for IT team members.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that improve efficiency and support company growth.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of progressive IT experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Broad understanding of networking, cloud systems, software development, business applications, cybersecurity, and technical support.
• Experience managing technical teams, projects, budgets, and vendor relationships.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance competing priorities and collaborate effectively with company leadership and other departments.
• Experience supporting technology operations across multiple locations preferred.
• Ability to occasionally travel between company locations and respond to critical technology needs outside regular business hours.