IT Manager

SkyWater Search Partners; Lakeville (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyWater Search Partners is seeking an IT Manager for a well-established, privately held company in the Twin Cities. This hands-on leadership role oversees daily IT operations, infrastructure, end-user support, and strategic direction to advance systems and security.

You’ll manage ERP and internal business applications, partner with leadership, lead upgrades and integrations, and ensure data integrity while maintaining strong vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of IT experience with ownership of systems or environments.
• Experience in small-to-mid-sized company settings.
• Strong background in Microsoft technologies (Windows, O365, Active Directory, networking).
• Experience with ERP systems and business applications.
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on.
• Strong communication skills and business partnership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily IT operations including infrastructure, systems, and end-user support
• Manage core business applications, including ERP and other internal systems
• Partner with leadership to align technology with business needs
• Lead IT projects such as upgrades, implementations, and integrations
• Ensure cybersecurity, system reliability, and data integrity
• Manage external vendors and technology partners
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting and support as needed

Skills

IT leadership

Microsoft technologies

ERP systems

Cybersecurity

Vendor management

Tools

Windows Server

Active Directory

Office 365

Networking

Job description

Overview

A well-established, privately held company in the Twin Cities is seeking an IT Manager to lead its technology function. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for supporting day‑to‑day IT operations while helping guide the organization’s systems and infrastructure forward. This opportunity is open due to a planned retirement, offering the chance to step into a stable environment and make a meaningful impact.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee daily IT operations including infrastructure, systems, and end‑user support
• Manage core business applications, including ERP and other internal systems
• Partner with leadership to align technology with business needs
• Lead IT projects such as upgrades, implementations, and integrations
• Ensure cybersecurity, system reliability, and data integrity
• Manage external vendors and technology partners
• Provide hands‑on troubleshooting and support as needed

What We’re Looking For

• 5–10+ years of IT experience with ownership of systems or environments
• Experience in small‑to‑mid‑sized company settings
• Strong background in Microsoft technologies (Windows, O365, Active Directory, networking)
• Experience with ERP systems and business applications
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands‑on
• Strong communication skills and business partnership mindset

Preferred Background

• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environments
• Exposure to system improvements, integrations, or modernization efforts

Why Consider This Role

• Opportunity to own the IT function and influence future direction
• High visibility role with direct impact on operations
• Stable, team‑oriented organization with strong tenure