Manager of IT

SkyWater Search; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyWater Search Partners’ client in Minnesota seeks an experienced IT Manager to lead all aspects of its information technology infrastructure. This hands-on leadership role develops and executes the IT strategy, ensuring reliable systems performance, security, and efficiency across the organization.

You will guide a four-person IT team across support, infrastructure, and systems, aligning technology with business goals and overseeing ERP/CRM integrations, vendor relationships, and security

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive IT experience, including 3+ years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong working knowledge of networking, security, infrastructure, cloud services (Azure, AWS), and enterprise systems.
• Experience supporting ERP systems, preferably in manufacturing or distribution environments.
• Proven ability to lead small teams and manage multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• IT Strategy & Leadership: Develop and implement a technology roadmap aligned with business goals.
• Lead and mentor a team of IT professionals across support, infrastructure, and systems.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend upgrades to improve business processes.
• Infrastructure & Systems Management: Oversee the maintenance and performance of servers, networks, databases, cloud environments, and end-user computing.
• Ensure high availability, reliability, and scalability of enterprise systems, including ERP platforms and remote site connectivity.
• Cybersecurity & Risk Management: Implement and monitor security protocols, disaster recovery plans, and data protection measures.
• Application Support & Vendor Management: Lead the support, integration, and optimization of core business applications (including ERP and CRM).
• Operational Excellence & Project Delivery: Lead technology projects from design through implementation and establish KPIs.

Skills

IT leadership

Strategy development

Cloud services

ERP systems

Team management

Cybersecurity

Vendor management

Project delivery

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead and manage all aspects of its information technology infrastructure. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for developing and executing the company’s IT strategy, ensuring reliable systems performance, security, and efficiency across the organization. The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking with a strong technical background and a collaborative leadership style.

Key Responsibilities:

• IT Strategy & Leadership
• Develop and implement a technology roadmap aligned with business goals.
• Lead and mentor a team of four IT professionals across support, infrastructure, and systems.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend upgrades to improve business processes.
• Infrastructure & Systems Management
• Oversee the maintenance and performance of servers, networks, databases, cloud environments, and end-user computing.
• Ensure high availability, reliability, and scalability of enterprise systems, including ERP platforms and remote site connectivity.
• Cybersecurity & Risk Management
• Implement and monitor security protocols, disaster recovery plans, and data protection measures.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and data privacy regulations.
• Application Support & Vendor Management
• Lead the support, integration, and optimization of core business applications (including ERP and CRM systems).
• Manage relationships with IT vendors, service providers, and consultants to ensure high-quality services and cost-effective solutions.
• Operational Excellence & Project Delivery
• Lead technology-related projects across departments, from design through implementation.
• Establish KPIs and performance metrics to evaluate IT effectiveness and team productivity.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive IT experience, including 3+ years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong working knowledge of networking, security, infrastructure, cloud services (Azure, AWS), and enterprise systems.
• Experience supporting ERP systems, preferably in manufacturing or distribution environments.
• Proven ability to lead small teams and manage multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Traits:

• Hands-on, solutions-oriented, and adaptable.
• Experience in a manufacturing, supply chain, or distribution business environment.
• Passion for continuous improvement and process automation

• This organization provides competitive compensation and benefits to attract excellent talent.
• They also focus on individuals who prioritize life outside of their career with work/life balance in mind for all employees.