it manager

it manager Canada

Salford Group
Full Time Canada 10.56 - 12.04 CAD Today
Job description

Manager, IT Services

The Manager, Information Technology is responsible for Salford’s operational and strategic requirements related to the application of enterprise information technology. Leading a team of technical specialists from multiple enterprise IT disciplines, the Manager will ensure information technology is applied in a way that brings real value to Salford, is stable, secure, cost effective, and aligns to established global operating systems and best practices. As a key leadership position, the Manager will provide guidance, mentorship, and oversight to IT staff. The Manager will also bring awareness on IT priorities, risks, and issues to the rest of the organization.

About Salford

Salford Group, aLinamar Company is a global manufacturer of farm tillage, application and seeding equipment. We are experiencing tremendous growth and have immediate openings in our Production department. From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder, to the support provided along the way, all Salford employees are poised for success in this fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated and engaged people.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The following are the main job responsibilities and priorities that this position must focus on, must achieve and must excel at:

  • Provide leadership & guidance to a cross-functional team of enterprise IT specialists across various disciplines including: Infrastructure & Networking, Information Security & Controls, Systems Administration, Desktop Support, and ERP Support & Business Analysis.
  • Work with IT staff to create goals & development programs and track progress using standardized staff performance management system.
  • Monitor IT key performance indicators (KPIs) and take corrective action when targets not being met.
  • Work with business stakeholders to align IT projects with overall corporate strategy & priorities.
  • Develop and implement team policies, procedures, and work instructions that align with global operating systems and enterprise IT best practices.
  • Develop business cases and project plans for new IT initiatives. Manage project execution using project management methodologies.
  • Work with ERP team lead to ensure software development initiatives follow I.T. standards and best practices.
  • Lead IT continuous improvement initiatives to find opportunities to improve systems performance, stability, capabilities, and/or reduce costs.
  • Regularly communicate IT updates, risks, and issues to Salford management team.
  • Facilitate regular audits/tests of Salford IT security, business continuity &data controls systems and, where appropriate, take steps to resolve and mitigate business risks.
  • Lead programs to educate enterprise users on secure & safe usage of IT systems.
  • Provide input into IT operating and capital spend budgets and monitor spend against plan.
  • Facilitate selection, quoting, price negotiation, and procurement of IT assets and services.
  • Ensure proper tracking and management of all IT assets.
  • Manage IT maintenance & services contracts and renewals.
  • Review and approve system change deployment plans.
  • Remain up to date with advances in enterprise technology and industry best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

  • Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in a related field (i.e., Business Administration, Information Systems, etc.) or an equivalent level of education and experience.
  • Minimum 8-years working in enterprise IT.
  • Formal experience in leading a cross-functional enterprise IT team, ideally in a supervisory capacity.
  • Prior experience managing IT projects using project management methodologies.
  • Hands-on experience in the administration of enterprise IT networks & infrastructure is considered an asset.

Skills and Knowledge

  • Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to coach and mentor direct reports and build effective teams.
  • Strong communication skills – ability to communicate complex technology issues & opportunities to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Excellent interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
  • Good business acumen and an understanding of how technology brings value to enterprises.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects at the same time.
  • Exhibit a “sense of urgency” when resolving critical issues.
  • Strong customer service focus.
  • Quick thinking and decision making – ability to adopt quickly in a fast-moving environment.
  • Strong multi-disciplinary knowledge of enterprise IT best practices.
  • Knowledge of project management techniques.

Salford is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Salford will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay

Work Location: In person

About Salford Group

Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 51 to 200 Employees
Type: Company - Private
Website: www.salfordgroup.com
Year Founded: 1978

it manager
Salford Group

www.salfordgroup.com
Osceola, United States
Unknown / Non-Applicable
51 to 200 Employees
Company - Private
Consumer Product Manufacturing
1978
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