Shakespeare - Director, Information Technology - Columbia
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Shakespeare - Director, Information Technology - Columbia

Columbia, SC, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 4:00 AM | Expires Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 3:59 AM

SHAKESPEARE COMPANY LLC, a Jadex Inc. company, is a US-based manufacturer of both industrial and consumer products for a wide variety of industries and applications.

Shakespeare industrial products are tailored to the customer's unique needs and include custom engineered nylon resins, performance monofilaments, and conductive fibers used as raw materials in finished goods ranging from automotive components to medical applications. The company operates under the Shakespeare, Rino-Tuff, and Weed Warrior brands in the lawn & garden category and is a major player in the mass merchant channel as the primary universal fit solution for trimmer line, heads, and accessories. The brand is known worldwide within the marine electronics industry for marine radio antennas with a portfolio of connectivity solutions and accessories to help keep boaters connected and safe. Maintaining communications is of utmost importance to military forces across the world and Shakespeare's line of military antenna products plays a critical role in achieving mission success.

Director, IT (Information Technology) - Columbia, SC

Reporting to the General Manager / President, the Director of IT will be responsible for overseeing and advancing the technology infrastructure for the company. This includes managing network systems, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, and user support across both corporate and manufacturing environments. This individual will be a key strategic and operational leader, balancing long-term planning with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Evaluate and integrate new technologies to drive efficiency and security.
• Develop and implement an IT roadmap aligned with the company's growth objectives.
• Ensure IT systems and infrastructure are reliable, secure, and scalable.

Infrastructure and Systems

• Manage the IT infrastructure across all sites, including servers, networks, and cloud platforms.
• Oversee implementation and management of ERP/MRP systems.
• Maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

Cybersecurity

• Establish and enforce cybersecurity protocols.
• Conduct regular system audits and risk assessments.
• Provide training on security awareness and best practices.

Team and Vendor Management

• Lead and mentor internal IT staff.
• Manage relationships with third-party vendors and service providers.
• Oversee procurement and lifecycle management of IT assets.

Support and User Enablement

• Ensure high-quality IT support for all employees across shifts and locations.
• Standardize and document IT procedures and best practices.
• Foster a customer-focused approach to internal IT services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive IT experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems implementation and support.
• Strong background in network architecture, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure), and cybersecurity.
• Excellent project management and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience in a startup or high-growth company is highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with manufacturing automation systems.
• Experience with compliance frameworks such as SOC 2 or ISO 27001.
• Demonstrated ability to scale IT systems in rapidly growing organizations.

Specifics:

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunity
• 401K with match
• Strong vacation and corporate holiday policy
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of the company.

Jadex Inc and its Businesses do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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