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Sr. IT Manager

GoodwinRecruitingWaukegan, IL🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 16, 2026

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Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Location
Waukegan, IL, United States
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Yesterday
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Job Description

Senior IT Manager

A respected manufacturer is seeking a Senior IT Manager to lead and elevate their IT department. This hands-on leadership role offers the opportunity to manage a skilled team and optimize a comprehensive IT ecosystem, driving automation, system integration, and business intelligence initiatives that support growth and operational excellence.

Senior IT Manager Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision
  • Retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Supportive, collaborative culture focused on career development
  • On-site work Monday through Thursday with regular engagement at the distribution center

Senior IT Manager Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5–8+ years of progressively responsible IT leadership experience in complex, multi-site environments
  • Minimum 3 years managing and developing IT teams
  • At least 2 years hands-on experience administering or managing NetSuite ERP
  • Proven experience managing CRM systems, preferably Salesforce
  • Strong knowledge of infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and end-user support
  • Expertise with EDI, eCommerce platforms, and complex systems integration
  • Experience supporting hybrid IT environments including on-premises and cloud infrastructure

Senior IT Manager Preferred Background & Skills

  • Certifications such as PMP, PMI-ACP, NetSuite SuiteFoundation, Salesforce Certified Platform Administrator
  • Familiarity with Agile, Lean, Kanban, or process mapping methodologies
  • Experience with virtualization technologies, especially Hyper-V
  • Practical knowledge of AI, automation tools, and workflow optimization
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to align IT strategies to organizational goals

Senior IT Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing IT team while fostering a positive culture
  • Manage the full IT ecosystem including NetSuite ERP, CRM, eCommerce, EDI, cybersecurity, and infrastructure
  • Collaborate across departments to identify automation opportunities and implement AI-driven solutions
  • Oversee system upgrades, integrations, support services, and vendor relationships
  • Establish and monitor SLAs and KPIs, reporting progress regularly to leadership
  • Serve as primary escalation point for complex technical challenges and maintain system performance
  • Develop and execute multi-year IT roadmaps aligned with business objectives and growth initiatives

This role is ideal for a motivated IT leader who thrives on both strategic planning and hands-on involvement, eager to shape technology solutions that empower business success.

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