Senior IT Manager
In this role, you will report to the Executive Vice President. This is a hands-on position, requiring strong technical expertise. In this position you will have the overall responsibility for the establishment and subsequent ongoing operations of the Information Technology (IT) team and ensuring it aligns with the short and long-term objectives of the Company. The Senior IT Manager will plan, coordinate and direct all operational activities. This position will work closely with IT and Corporate Management to identify, implement and support solutions for all aspects of the Company.
Additional responsibilities include:
Managing customer relationships and investigating solutions opportunities;
Working closely with business users to formulate and deploy long-term strategic plans for applications and systems supporting the organization's business model;
Managing operational and strategic planning processes, including formulation of business requirements, project planning and organization and negotiating the allocation of resources;
Ensuring compliance with applicable internal and external controls, standards and practices;
Managing department resources and allocations for support and project initiatives;
Working with external vendors to meet the company's system needs;
Managing staff as assigned
Other duties and projects as required.
Key Qualifications:
Bachelor's in related IT area; combined with 10 years of related IT work experience;
Minimum of 3 years of experience in management IT operations;
Proven experience in project management and policy development;
Strong ability to work with the existing IT teams and obtain buy in is a must;
Solid understanding of information security-related compliance legislation;
Strong leadership and proven staff management and mentorship skills;
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills;
Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language;
Highly self motivated, self-directed and attentive to detail;
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment;
Extensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment; and,
Hands on technical project management
Experience with e-commerce/internet based businesses is a definite asset
Experience and comfortable working in a small or medium sized organization
This is a full time, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday position but will require flexibility to work on call, unusual hours or extended shifts when necessary.
Desire to thrive in a competitive environment, this position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. If you describe yourself as a team player, enthusiastic, possess a high level of integrity and the willingness to make a significant contribution, we invite you to apply for this opportunity.
To Apply:
Please send your resume along with salary requirements to careers@contacservices.com
Posted 2010-07-26
