Job Description

The Director of Information Technology (IT) is responsible for leading the organization’s IT strategy, infrastructure, and application landscape to support business operations within a commercial-centric distribution and light manufacturing/assembly environment. This role provides strategic leadership, oversees enterprise systems, manages IT projects, and leads cross-functional teams to ensure technology solutions align with operational and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company’s IT strategy to support sales, marketing, distribution, supply chain, and operational goals.
• Lead, mentor, and manage IT teams, including internal staff and external vendors.
• Oversee enterprise systems including ERP, CRM, and related business applications (Epicor, Salesforce, and other platforms).
• Manage IT projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring timelines, budgets, and scope are met.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and business stakeholders to identify technology needs and implement scalable solutions.
• Ensure system reliability, data integrity, cybersecurity, and compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through process optimization and system enhancements.
• Manage IT budgets, forecasts, and vendor contracts.
• Establish and enforce IT policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Support business continuity, disaster recovery, and system upgrades or migrations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive IT experience , including experience within commercial, distribution, and/or light manufacturing environments .
• Proven experience leading IT teams and managing complex technology projects.
• Strong background in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid).
• Hands-on experience with Epicor ERP , Salesforce CRM , or similar enterprise software solutions.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, systems integration, and data management.
• Demonstrated experience evaluating, implementing, and governing AI-driven technologies (e.g., machine learning tools, automation, predictive analytics, or generative AI) to improve IT operations, cybersecurity, data management, and business outcomes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate business needs into effective technology solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification.
• Experience with cloud-based systems, integrations, and reporting tools.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices.
• Experience managing IT in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Team leadership and development
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Vendor and budget management
• Change management and process improvement

TPC Wire & Cable is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. This job description is not intended to list all responsibilities; duties may evolve as business and market needs change.

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