IT Director
Snackruptors Inc
- Cambridge, ON
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Oversee daily IT operations, including hardware, software, networks, telecommunications, and security systems.
- Ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of all IT systems and infrastructure.
- Oversee system installations, upgrades, troubleshooting, and ongoing maintenance.
- Ensure robust cybersecurity measures, data protection, backups, and disaster recovery plans are in place.
- Monitor IT performance metrics and continuously improve systems and processes.
- Develop and execute the overall IT and ERP strategy aligned with organizational goals and long-term business plans.
- Establish and maintain IT governance frameworks, policies, and best practices across ERP and infrastructure.
- Provide vision, roadmap, and leadership for ERP, EDI, and IT programs, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy.
- Act as a change leader, driving digital transformation and organizational adoption of new systems and technologies.
- Build strong relationships with senior leadership and stakeholders to influence decision-making and business planning.
- Oversee the implementation, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance of ERP and EDI systems.
- Lead ERP program delivery, including design, configuration, testing, reporting, integrations, and custom solutions.
- Ensure all ERP/EDI initiatives are scalable, sustainable, and aligned with program objectives and business needs.
- Analyze business requirements, identify system improvements, and recommend enhancements or customizations.
- Ensure proper documentation of functional and technical specifications and adherence to ERP standards and methodologies.
- Lead change management strategy to ensure successful system adoption across the organization
- Oversee IT and ERP project portfolios, ensuring timely and successful delivery within scope and budget.
- Manage relationships with external vendors, consultants, and service providers.
- Ensure effective resource allocation across projects and operational priorities.
- Develop and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
- Identify risks related to IT systems and ERP programs and implement mitigation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, data governance, and internal controls.
- Conduct system audits and evaluate performance to drive continuous improvement.
- Lead, mentor, and develop IT and ERP teams, including managers, analysts, and technical staff.
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance work environment.
- Manage recruitment, training, performance evaluations, and career development of team members.
- Provide guidance and direction on technical solutions and project execution.
- Responsible for daily management and support for the team to achieve operational success.
- Monitor time and attendance and ensure compliance with Company Procedures.
- Approve the vacation requests.
- Carry out incident, accident and non-conformity investigations and associated reporting and action closure.
- Issue disciplinary action when needed.
- Perform other assigned duties.
- Follow Health and Safety rules and regulations.
- Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety, and Food Defense guidelines.
- Comply with all Company policies and procedures.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 8–12+ years of progressive IT experience, with leadership responsibility in ERP and IT operations.
- Strong experience with ERP systems (e.g., JustFood) and EDI integrations.
- Proven experience leading large-scale ERP implementations and IT transformation initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and enterprise systems.
- Demonstrated leadership, stakeholder management, and change management experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, with the ability to create and manage documents, spreadsheets, email communications, and presentations effectively.
- Strong oral and written communication.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Always work indoors.
- Compliant with ventilation, cleanliness, space, lighting, and temperature.
- Sitting involved.
- May repeat the same movement.
- Typing involved.
- Prescription/Drug Coverage
- Extended Health Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- AD&D Insurance
- Work Life Balance
- PTO to Commemorate Your Work Anniversary
- Employee Engagement Events
- Recognition Programs & Employee Awards
- Bi-Weekly Pay Structure
- Annual Safety Shoe Allowance
- Free ESL Classes
- Wellness Room