IT Manager

Corinth Coca-Cola Bottling Works, Inc.; Corinth (MS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Corinth Coca-Cola Bottling Works, Inc. in Corinth, MS seeks an IT Manager to lead daily information technology operations, support end-users, and align tech services with business goals.

This hands-on leadership role oversees infrastructure, security, and vendor relationships, focusing on reliability and service excellence across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field and 3+ years IT experience.
• Hands-on experience with Azure AD, Microsoft 365, Windows 10/11, and MDM software.
• Experience with cloud services, mobile platforms, VoIP, and wireless networking.
• Strong communication and cross-department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT team across help desk, infrastructure, and field tech support.
• Oversee daily IT operations, ticket prioritization, and service levels.
• Manage hardware lifecycle for desktops, servers, routers, printers, devices.
• Maintain end-user devices, OS, apps, and configurations.
• Diagnose and resolve complex IT issues with proper escalation.
• Monitor network performance, security risks, and implement improvements.
• Develop IT procedures, documentation, and asset controls.
• Ensure responsive, service-focused IT culture.
• Uphold ethical conduct and confidentiality.
• Take on additional duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer-focused

Strategic IT alignment

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Tools

Azure Active Directory

Microsoft 365

Windows 10/11

Mobile Device Management

Cloud services

iOS/Android management

VoIP

Wireless access points

Security practices

Job description

Description

Overview/Function: The IT Manager is responsible for leading daily information technology operations and ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient technology services across the organization. This hands-on leadership role provides direction to IT staff, manages departmental priorities and projects, supports end-users, oversees systems and network performance, and partners with business leaders to align technology solutions with company needs.

Major Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and support IT team members responsible for help desk, infrastructure, and field technology support.
• Manage daily IT operations, ticket prioritization, escalations, service levels, and timely resolution of user issues.
• Oversee updating, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and inventory for hardware, including desktops, servers, routers, copiers, printers, and handheld devices used for sales, delivery, service, and inventory.
• Manage end-user devices, including operating systems, applications, and configurations.
• Diagnose and resolve complex user, system, network, and infrastructure issues; ensure appropriate escalation and documentation.
• Monitor network performance, system reliability, cybersecurity risks, and security vulnerabilities; recommend and implement improvements.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce IT procedures, documentation, standards, asset controls, and support practices.
• Ensure professional contact with internal customers and promote a responsive, service-focused IT culture.
• Maintain ethical conduct, confidentiality, and sound judgment in handling company systems and information.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field, with 3 or more years of IT experience; equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• Strong working knowledge and hands-on experience with the following:

• Microsoft Azure Active Directory and Microsoft 365 environments
• Windows 10, Windows 11, and Mobile Device Management Software
• Cloud services
• iOS & Android
• VoIP
• Wireless access points
• Network, server, endpoint, and security support practices

• Self-motivated, customer-focused, and able to build strong working relationships across departments.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align IT support and projects with operational needs.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
• Direct IT experience in the consumer-packaged goods industry is a plus.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow service directions, work orders, standard operating procedures, and safety requirements/protocols.
• Strong problem resolution, analytical thinking, decision-making, and prioritization skills; ability to solve complex problems while managing stressful situations.
• Flexible with the ability to adapt to changing business needs, technical priorities, and support demands.
• Consistent, regular attendance is an essential job function.