Permanent | Full-time
Browns Summit, NC
Job description
Location: Katy, TX (On-site, HQ-based)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
We are partnering with a rapidly growing, private equity–backed distribution and services company to identify an IT Manager who will play a pivotal role in scaling the organization’s technology environment. With $75–100M in revenue, 50+ employees, and a strong growth trajectory through acquisitions, the business is seeking a leader who can both set strategy and dive into hands-on IT operations.
This is a unique opportunity to be the company’s first formal IT leader, shaping its technology roadmap, optimizing vendor partnerships, and driving enterprise system implementations. The role reports directly to the President (with interim collaboration alongside the CFO) and offers long-term equity incentives.
Core systems: QuickBooks (finance), Microsoft Access DB (work orders), H2O Analytics (meter installations)
Pending/Planned: ERP system (NetSuite, Dynamics, or Sage), HubSpot (CRM)
Infrastructure: On-premise server, Microsoft 365/Cloud tools
Security & Devices: Brivo door access control, office camera systems, vehicle trackers, dash cams, ~30 company handheld devices (phone allowance)
Support Model: Managed Service Provider (MSP) for day-to-day IT support; this role will manage vendor performance and relationships
Operational Leadership
Oversee daily IT operations, including infrastructure, end-user support, and system maintenance
Manage MSP relationships, performance, and escalations
Ensure proactive IT support, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance
Enterprise Systems & Applications
Lead the selection, implementation, and adoption of ERP, CRM, WMS, and HRIS systems
Ensure smooth change management and end-user training for new systems
Oversee HubSpot CRM rollout and adoption within the sales team
Governance & Cybersecurity
Establish IT governance frameworks, processes, and documentation standards
Develop and execute disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity (BCP) plans
Partner with MSP and external vendors to oversee cybersecurity initiatives, including penetration testing and compliance best practices
Strategic Impact
Collaborate with senior leadership to align IT investments with company growth strategy
Support M&A activity by integrating new systems and infrastructure
Build the foundation for a scalable IT organization, with potential to add staff over time
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
8+ years of IT operations and systems management experience, including leadership responsibilities
Proven experience overseeing MSPs and third-party IT vendors
Strong knowledge of ERP/CRM/WMS systems; successful implementation experience required
Familiarity with distribution/manufacturing technologies strongly preferred
Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, tools, and risk management practices
Entrepreneurial, hands-on mindset; thrives in lean, high-growth, PE-backed environments
Strong communication and collaboration skills; able to influence at executive levels while being “in the weeds” when needed
Must be able to work full-time on-site in Katy, TX
Base Salary: $135,000–150,000 (flexible based on experience)
Annual Bonus: ~10% of base salary
Equity Participation: Long-term performance-based incentives
Benefits: Comprehensive package including health, retirement, and additional perks
Direct exposure to executive leadership and private equity stakeholders
High-impact opportunity to build and formalize the IT function from the ground up
Hands-on leadership role in ERP/CRM/WMS selection and implementation
Long-term upside through equity participation and company growth
Culture that values collaboration, entrepreneurial drive, and a “family-like” environment
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected] .
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