Warehouse IT Network Lead

Center Road Search; South Lyon (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Center Road Search is seeking an experienced Network Administrator for a privately held organization in Southeast Michigan. The role requires hands-on ownership of critical IT infrastructure while supporting a busy warehouse and distribution environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong Windows Server and Microsoft technologies skills, virtualization (VMware), network security, and experience with WMS and ERP integrations.

Qualifications

• Experience in network administration, systems administration, IT infrastructure, or a related technical leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Microsoft technologies, email administration, and server infrastructure.
• Experience with virtualization platforms, preferably VMware.
• Working knowledge of networking, wireless infrastructure, firewalls, and cybersecurity.
• Experience supporting WMS, ERP systems, RF scanning technology, or warehouse/distribution operations is highly desirable.
• Comfortable troubleshooting both infrastructure and end-user technology.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize issues, and take ownership of technical challenges.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an approachable, service-oriented personality.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain network, server, and IT infrastructure to ensure reliability, security, and performance.
• Administer Windows Server, Microsoft environments, email systems, and virtualization platforms.
• Support warehouse technology and applications critical to receiving, inventory management, picking, and shipping.
• Maintain wireless networks, RF scanning devices, firewalls, switches, and network connectivity.
• Support WMS applications and integrations with ERP and other business systems.
• Provide hands-on IT support across three warehouse locations, troubleshooting equipment, applications, and connectivity issues.
• Maintain IT equipment and asset inventories, including scanners, printers, mobile devices, and workstations.
• Oversee cybersecurity, system monitoring, access controls, patching, and disaster recovery.
• Work with internal teams and outside technology partners to resolve issues and support business needs.
• Lead IT projects focused on improving warehouse efficiency, accuracy, and overall infrastructure performance.

Skills

Ownership & accountability

Technical leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Independent work

Tools

Windows Server

Microsoft environments

Email administration

Virtualization VMware

Wireless networks

RF scanning devices

Firewalls & switches

WMS integrations

ERP integrations

Job description

Center Road Search is seeking an experienced Network Administrator for a privately held organization in Southeast Michigan. The role requires hands-on ownership of critical IT infrastructure while supporting a busy warehouse and distribution environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong Windows Server and Microsoft technologies skills, virtualization (VMware), network security, and experience with WMS and ERP integrations.