Join to apply for the IT Director / Modernization Experience role at Motion Recruitment Continue with Google Continue with Google Join to apply for the IT Director / Modernization Experience role at Motion Recruitment Exciting job opportunity for a Director of IT to join an established manufacturing organization in Chicago. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work with a manufacturing company that is experiencing a pivotal expansion phase and requires strategic technology leadership to drive growth initiatives. The role operates on a hybrid schedule in their downtown office. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary technology leader who thrives on modernizing legacy systems and implementing cutting-edge solutions. The successful candidate will lead and reshape a small IT team while driving strategic initiatives including infrastructure modernization, automation and AI implementation, and vendor partnership evaluations. They offer tremendous growth opportunities to make a significant impact on a historic company's digital transformation, with the flexibility to balance strategic leadership with hands-on technical innovation in a collaborative environment. Required Skills & Experience Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field 7+ years of IT leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments Strong background in infrastructure modernization and system integration Experience with compliance controls and regulatory requirements Proven track record of vendor management and contract negotiations Strategic planning and project management expertise Excellent communication and leadership skills Ability to work independently and drive organizational change Located in Chicago area or willing to relocate Desired Skills & Experience Experience in railroad, manufacturing, or industrial sectors Knowledge of automation and AI implementation strategies Previous experience leading digital transformation initiatives Background in legacy system modernization Familiarity with enterprise-level technology solutions What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown 40% Strategic Technology Planning & Implementation 35% Infrastructure Modernization & Automation 25% Team Leadership & Vendor Management Daily Responsibilities 50% Strategic Leadership & Planning 30% Hands-On Technical Implementation 20% Team Management & Stakeholder Communication The Offer Bonus OR Commission eligible You Will Receive The Following Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Vacation Time Stock Options Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future. Posted By: Kylie Lenz Seniority level Seniority level Director Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Management Industries Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Motion Recruitment by 2x Get notified about new Director of Information Technology jobs in Chicago, IL . Director of Information Technology (Remote) Chicago, IL $100,000 - $150,000 4 months ago Chicago, IL $200,000.00 - $225,000.00 1 week ago Des Plaines, IL $145,000.00 - $160,000.00 2 days ago Evanston, IL $23,500.00 - $250,000.00 6 days ago Director - Information & Simulation Technology Director, Digital Value Chain Transformation Director, IT - Supply Planning & Sourcing Rosemont, IL $190,000.00 - $240,000.00 2 days ago Director of Knowledge, Records, and Information Management Director - BCG Vantage, AI & Technology in Manufacturing Data Analytics and Intelligence Director Rosemont, IL $175,000.00 - $182,000.00 3 days ago Associate Director, Global Business Svcs Tech Enablement Strategy Associate Director, Global Business Svcs Tech Enablement Strategy Associate Director, iPaaS Platform Delivery Associate Director, iPaaS Platform Delivery Pediatric Cardiologist – Director Quality Improvement Chicago, IL $206,300 - $395,400 2 hours ago IT Director, Infrastructure and Operations We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Motion Recruitment
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