Vice President of IT

The Judge Group; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 275,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm is seeking a visionary Vice President of IT to lead technology strategy and operations. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of IT leadership experience, including success within distribution and e-commerce. The role involves collaborating with various departments and driving innovation to enhance business performance. This is an executive-level position with a focus on strategic vendor management and AI integration.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including 5+ years as VP or divisional CIO.
• Proven success in distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or e-commerce environments.
• Experience managing large-scale IT budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-year IT strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead modernization and integration of ERP systems.
• Establish IT governance forums and architecture review boards.

Skills

IT leadership experience

ERP integration (SAP S/4 RISE preferred)

AI and automation expertise

Strategic vendor management

Exceptional communication skills

Job description

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Base pay range

$275,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr

Job Title: Vice President of IT

Location: Addison, IL

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Industry: Distribution, Logistics, Manufacturing, E-Commerce

About the Role:

Our client is seeking a visionary Vice President of IT to lead technology strategy and operations across a dynamic business division. As the senior-most IT leader, you will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, driving innovation, transformation, and operational excellence. This role is ideal for a strategic leader with deep experience in enterprise IT, platform integration, and digital enablement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a multi-year IT strategy aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Supply Chain, Finance, and other departments to deliver technology-enabled outcomes.
• Ensure IT investments are prioritized and governed for measurable impact.
• Lead modernization and integration of ERP (SAP S/4 RISE preferred), WMS, CRM, EDI, and financial systems.
• Partner with Data & Analytics to embed AI and intelligent automation across platforms.
• Drive seamless end-to-end business processes and global standardization.
• Establish IT governance forums and architecture review boards, aligning IT with enterprise standards while tailoring solutions to business needs.
• Oversee change management and program review processes.
• Act as a strategic advisor to divisional leadership and build strong communication channels between IT and business units.
• Champion a collaborative and inclusive IT culture.
• Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance customer and employee experiences.
• Manage strategic vendor relationships and contracts to optimize performance and cost.
• Foster continuous improvement and reduce technical debt.
• Ensure reliable, secure, and resilient IT operations across infrastructure and applications.
• Maintain robust cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and risk management practices.
• Monitor and report on IT performance metrics.
• Build and mentor a high-performing IT leadership team.
• Promote diversity, inclusion, and professional growth.
• Develop succession plans and deepen technical capabilities.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including 5+ years in a VP or divisional CIO role.
• Proven success in distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or e-commerce environments.
• Expertise in ERP (SAP S/4 RISE preferred), WMS, CRM, and digital platform integration.
• Strong background in AI, automation, and data-driven process enablement.
• Experience in strategic vendor management and ecosystem partnerships.
• Exceptional communication skills and executive presence.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing large-scale IT budgets.

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Distribution, Manufacturing, and Information Technology