Strategic IT Manager — AI, Automation & Growth

Pellitteri Waste Systems Inc; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pellitteri Waste Systems, Inc. in Madison, WI seeks a full-time IT Manager to lead technology operations and guide the company’s IT strategy.

This hands-on leadership role requires coordinating IT across transportation, recycling, and data destruction, while aligning tech initiatives with growth and profitability. The role focuses on implementing AI, automation and security practices, managing budgets and vendors, and partnering with leadership to deliver reliable, cost-effective technology

Qualifications

• 7+ years of IT experience or an equivalent combination
• Experience using technology to improve financial and operational performance
• Strong knowledge of IT systems supporting trucking, fleet operations, MRF/recycling and data destruction
• Experience with AI, automation and emerging technologies
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and strategic‑planning skills
• Strong leadership, communication and team‑development abilities
• Thorough understanding of data management, cybersecurity and confidentiality
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines
• Strong vendor‑management and relationship‑building skills

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop the IT department and establish department goals and priorities
• Develop and execute IT strategies that support company‑wide operational and financial goals
• Manage and improve technology supporting transportation, truck systems, MRF operations, recycling and data destruction
• Identify and implement AI, automation and emerging technologies that improve efficiency, productivity, reporting, customer service and decision‑making
• Evaluate opportunities to use AI to reduce repetitive work, improve processes and provide better business insights
• Establish responsible AI, data security and technology‑use practices
• Manage IT projects, budgets, vendors, contracts and technology investments
• Partner with senior leadership to evaluate technology costs, risks, benefits and return on investment
• Develop and maintain IT policies, procedures, security standards and data‑management practices
• Lead multiple projects and priorities while providing hands‑on technical and strategic support
• Ensure IT operations comply with applicable company, state and federal requirements

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Vendor management

Cybersecurity

Data management

AI & automation awareness

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Business Technology

Job description

Pellitteri Waste Systems, Inc. in Madison, WI seeks a full-time IT Manager to lead technology operations and guide the company’s IT strategy.

This hands-on leadership role requires coordinating IT across transportation, recycling, and data destruction, while aligning tech initiatives with growth and profitability. The role focuses on implementing AI, automation and security practices, managing budgets and vendors, and partnering with leadership to deliver reliable, cost-effective technology