Director - Information Technology and Digitalization

1 day ago

Charlotte NC United States Midrex Technologies Inc Full time

At Midrex, you will do work that matters alongside people who believe you matter. The work won't be easy, but it will be worth it. You'll be part of a great team with plenty of autonomy to bring out your best. And you'll be well compensated and have a best-in-class benefits package. Take a look:

Benefits:
  • Competitive benefits effective from Day 1
  • Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) matching (up to 6%)
  • Profit sharing with 401(k) kicker
  • Generous overtime for qualified positions
  • 4 weeks of paid vacation
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Raffles for professional sports tickets
  • Half-day Fridays
  • Flexible home/office work practices
  • Paid time to volunteer
  • Employee recognition awards

Since 1987, Midrex has been the world leader in direct reduction technology, offering the best proven method for decarbonization in the iron and steel industry available today. Our rapid growth is transforming the steel industry and our planet. And none of it would be possible without our people, who bring vision, compassion, and extraordinary expertise to this work every day. So, if you're looking to do big work in a small-team environment, Midrex is just the place for you.

Position Summary:

As the Director of IT and Digitization, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our technological capabilities and driving digital transformation initiatives across our U.S. and international operations. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead a team of global IT professionals and collaborate closely with key stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and foster innovation through technology. This role will collaborate closely with our Engineering team to develop advances in our digital engineering capabilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Interviews, hires, and develops teammates in the department
  • Organizes and oversees the schedules and work of the department
  • Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
  • Handles discipline and termination in accordance with company policy

Duties/Responsibilities:

Leadership and Strategy:

  • Provide strategic leadership in IT and digitization efforts, aligning technology initiatives with business goals and objectives.
  • Develop and implement IT policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance, security, and operational effectiveness.
  • Collaborate with executive team members to define technology roadmaps and drive digital transformation initiatives.

IT Operations Management:

  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the IT department, ensuring smooth delivery of IT services and support to all departments and international offices.
  • Manage and optimize Windows-based networks and infrastructure to support business operations effectively.

Digital Transformation and Innovation:

  • Lead efforts in digitization and automation projects, leveraging Microsoft technologies to enhance business processes and efficiency.
  • Drive innovation by evaluating emerging technologies and trends, recommending adoption where appropriate to maintain competitive advantage.

Change Management and Collaboration:

  • Champion change management initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation across the organization.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Plant Automation, Information Security, and Digital Business Solutions to integrate new technologies and systems effectively.

Budget and Resource Management:

  • Manage IT budget, resource allocation, and procurement to ensure cost-effective investments in technology infrastructure and solutions.
  • Negotiate contracts and vendor relationships to support IT operations and project implementations.

Skills/Abilities:

Required:

  • Understanding of business needs and business processes.
  • Ability to translate processes into information workflow and systems design.
  • Understanding of IT infrastructure including (hardware, software, networking, data security).
  • Management and Leadership experience.
  • Experience in Stakeholder Management and Organizational Change Management.
  • Strong communication skills, from a technical and non-technical frame of reference.
  • Ability to communicate the IT infrastructure terminology into an easy to comprehend language for business stakeholders.
  • Able to develop strong interpersonal relationships between peers and stakeholders.
  • Strength in planning of Information Systems Deployment and Data Integration.
  • Strong decision making and project management skills.
  • Ability to strategize new methods for business delivery of products and information.
  • Ability to bridge gap between the business units regarding Technology, Systems, and Communication.
  • Anticipate business needs and trends, and offer solutions that increase overall efficiency and profitability for the organization.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field required.
  • Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in a technical environment with hands-on experience in developing or managing spreadsheet and database applications.
  • Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a diverse team.
  • Proven experience in change management and driving organizational transformation through technology.
  • Expertise in managing Windows-based networks and infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP, CISSP).
  • Experience working in an engineering or manufacturing environment.

Travel Requirements:

  • Up to 10% International and Domestic.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Other duties:

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Midrex is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Midrex will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the People and Culture department.

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