Microsoft Systems Administrator

HARCROS CHEMICALS; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Harcros Chemicals is seeking a Microsoft Systems Administrator to maintain and optimize the Microsoft 365 environment, provide end-user support, and collaborate with IT security and business teams. This role requires 3–5+ years of Microsoft 365 administration experience and a customer-focused mindset.

You will manage licensing utilization and renewal, administer Exchange Online, SharePoint Online and OneDrive, and oversee Teams governance, meetings, and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of Microsoft 365 administration experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Experience administering Microsoft 365 apps, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and OneDrive.
• Experience with Power Apps and Power Automate; familiarity with Defender suites.
• Microsoft certifications preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or chemical-adjacent industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary administrator and technical owner of the Microsoft 365 environment, including configuration, licensing, governance, and platform management.
• Manage Microsoft 365 licensing, utilization, and renewal optimization to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Administer Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and OneDrive; manage Teams governance, access, meetings, and voice.
• Support migrations to SharePoint Online and Teams, including planning and user readiness.
• Configure Defender for Office 365 and Defender for Endpoint in partnership with IT security.
• Develop and maintain Power Apps and Power Automate solutions to streamline processes.
• Provide Tier 2/3 support for Microsoft 365 applications and services; create user documentation and training.
• Collaborate with business leaders to identify manual processes and propose Microsoft-based solutions.

Skills

Microsoft 365 administration

Cloud technologies

Automation

Cybersecurity best practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS

Tools

Microsoft 365

Exchange Online

SharePoint Online

OneDrive

Teams

Copilot

Defender for Office 365

Defender for Endpoint

Power Apps

Power Automate

Entra ID/Active Directory

Job description

Harcros Chemicals is an employee-owned chemical manufacturing and distribution company headquartered in Kansas City, Kansas, with over a century of industry experience. With operations across North America and a nationwide distribution network, we deliver reliable, high-quality chemical solutions to customers worldwide across industries including water treatment, agriculture, oil and gas, personal care, and more. Safety, sustainability, and exceptional service are at the core of everything we do.Job Summary:The Microsoft Systems Administrator is responsible for the administration, maintenance, security, and optimization of the organization's Microsoft 365 environment. This role supports end users while managing Microsoft cloud services, identity management, collaboration platforms, and productivity tools. The ideal candidate has strong technical knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration, cloud technologies, automation, and cybersecurity best practices, along with a customer-focused approach to supporting business operations.Key Responsibilities:Serve as the primary administrator and technical owner of the Microsoft 365 environment, including configuration, licensing, governance, and platform management.Manage Microsoft 365 licensing, utilization, and renewal optimization to identify cost-saving opportunities.Administer Exchange Online, including mail flow, security, shared resources, retention, and related policies.Administer SharePoint Online and OneDrive, including site architecture, permissions, external sharing, storage, and content lifecycle management.Administer Microsoft Teams, including governance, access, meetings, voice, applications, and Teams Phone.Support migrations of file shares and legacy content to SharePoint Online and Teams, including planning, permissions, cutover, and user readiness.Administer Microsoft 365 Copilot, including licensing, data readiness, governance, permissions, and adoption.Configure and maintain Microsoft Defender for Office 365 and Defender for Endpoint in partnership with the broader IT security team.Develop and maintain Power Apps and Power Automate solutions to improve and automate business processes.Partner with business leaders and IT to identify manual processes and recommend Microsoft-based solutions.Provide Tier 2/3 support and troubleshooting for Microsoft 365 applications and services.Develop user documentation, training, and resources to support adoption of Microsoft 365 tools.Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications: Required3-5+ years of Microsoft 365 administration experienceBachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent work experience)Experience administering:o Microsoft 365o Office 365o Microsoft Teamso Active Directory/Entra IDo Power Apps (i.e. Power BI)o SharePointo OneDrive?o Copiloto ExchangePreferred:Microsoft CertificationsExperience at a manufacturing company or any chemical adjacent industryWhy Join Harcros Chemicals?Employee-owned company where your contributions drive shared successCompetitive pay, bonus opportunities, and vehicle/car allowances for eligible rolesComprehensive benefits, including multiple medical plan options, disability coverage, AD&D, and life insuranceStrong retirement benefits with ESOP participation, 401(k) and Roth options, company contributions, and early vestingAccess to Lyra mental health and wellness resources for employees and dependents starting day oneSupportive, team-focused culture that values collaboration and growth10 paid holidays, including one floating holidayOpportunity to build a meaningful career with a company committed to excellence