Senior Director Information Technology

HBM Holdings • Full-time • Greater St. Louis, US • 4w ago

Overview:

The Senior Director of Information Technology for HBM Holdings will be responsible for the strategic and tactical direction of certain aspects of Information Technology within HBM and across portfolio companies. This individual will be closely involved with the development and oversight of cybersecurity, vendor management, project management of standardized applications across our portfolio, and due diligence for potential HBM acquisitions. The Senior Director of Information Technology will also work closely with portfolio companies to determine areas of possible standardization for improved performance and efficiencies (economies of scale).

About HBM Holdings:

HBM Holdings is a privately held, global conglomerate focused on strategically acquiring, partnering with and growing middle-market industrial companies. HBM Holdings currently has the following portfolio of operating companies: MLC, Schafer Industries, HarperLove, Control Devices and Calcium Products.

Why Work Here?

You will work with highly dedicated, high-performing, and collaborative people and a group of personable leaders who get stuff done.
Being a mid-sized company, there are opportunities to grow and work on different projects. Our leaders work closely with their teams to support professional growth.
Opportunities to give by participating in our corporate giving programs.
We offer flexibility and encourage work-life balance.
You will quickly see your impact when working with the team and be recognized and rewarded for success.

Responsibilities:

Oversee the enterprise-wide applications (i.e., ADP, D365 Business Central, Prophix, Certify, Office 365, Teams, SharePoint, KnowBe4) including prioritizing and executing enhancements and upgrades (in partnership with portfolio IT leaders).
Work closely with portfolio company IT leaders to determine the maintenance and growth needs of the shared infrastructure in alignment with business needs (shared data center, centralized processes and tools, etc).
Responsible for development and execution of a cybersecurity framework which balances strong protection of company assets with user productivity.
Lead due diligence efforts for potential HBM acquisitions, including evaluation of IT infrastructure, systems, cybersecurity, data readiness and integration complexity, and oversee and/or support integration efforts for successful acquisitions.
Determine areas of standardization of IT tools across portfolio companies (i.e., licensing, network architecture/engineering, contracts, cybersecurity and disaster recovery, website hosting, procurement, vendor selection).
Research and make recommendations on hardware and software purchases. Negotiates with and manages vendors on behalf of the company to ensure cost-effective purchasing decisions.
Responsible for overseeing the creation and administration of continuity plans to execute in the event of a critical outage, disaster, or cybersecurity incident that will keep the company functional in the event of a crisis.
Manage budget and control expenses effectively for assigned areas of responsibility.
Remain current on new developments in Information Technology (including AI) and plans for future upgrades and technologies.
Coordinate IT support for HBM company staff.
Serve as an expert resource, mentor and thought partner to IT leaders across the portfolio.
Provide routine cybersecurity updates to board of directors and audit committee, as required.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related degree.
10+ years’ experience managing IT in a medium or large sized organization (manufacturing environment strongly preferred).
Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills; highly self-directed.
Clear, confident communicator with executives, advisors, and board members.
Ability to operate effectively in a matrixed environment and influence without authority, while balancing technical knowledge with strategic objectives and relationships across a diverse set of businesses.
Exposure to and implementation experience with multiple ERP systems
Expertise in emerging technology, cybersecurity, project management, and vendor management.
Ability to manage contracts, budgeting, and forecasting for IT services.
Experience working with multiple locations/businesses with manufacturing experience desired.
Experience with M&A diligence and integration strongly preferred.
Up to 20% travel to our operating companies.

Key Relationships: Two direct reports: HBM IT team, contract IT project managers & other contracted IT resources, vendor relationships. Strong dotted-line relationships with IT Leads in portfolio companies.