Sr. IT Manager
Robert Half
Full-time
Lexington, KY
Job description
Director of IT & Digital Strategy
Our company is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of IT & Digital Strategy to lead our technological vision while leveraging extensive digital marketing expertise to drive business growth. This unique role requires a leader who can bridge the gap between core IT infrastructure and customer-facing digital platforms, ensuring seamless integration, optimal performance, and data-driven decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the digital ecosystem and the technical skills to implement scalable, efficient, and innovative solutions that achieve our business objectives.
Your Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Alignment:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive IT and digital strategy that aligns with the company's overall business goals and objectives.
- Serve as the primary connector between the IT, Marketing, Sales, and Product teams to ensure all digital efforts and technologies are fully synchronized.
- Identify and prioritize new digital opportunities and emerging technologies (e.g., AI automations, advanced analytics) to drive innovation and competitive advantage.
IT Infrastructure & Systems Management:
- Oversee the company's entire digital ecosystem, including websites, e-commerce platforms, CRM, and marketing automation systems.
- Manage the selection, implementation, and integration of the marketing technology (MarTech) stack, ensuring systems are user-friendly, secure, and support performance goals.
- Ensure the efficiency, optimization, and security of all IT infrastructure, systems, and data management practices.
Digital Marketing & Analytics:
- Guide the development and optimization of digital marketing campaigns, including SEO, SEM, email marketing, social media, and paid advertising efforts.
- Oversee existing digital marketing campaign performance
- Consult and train on best practices in digital marketing
- Develop the campaign strategy and marketing campaign directions
- Analyze complex data sets to derive actionable insights, manage ROI, and make data-driven decisions to optimize performance across all channels.
Team Leadership & Project Management:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing cross-functional team of IT and digital marketing professionals.
- Manage project timelines and budgets efficiently, ensuring all initiatives are completed on time and within scope.
- Manage relationships with external agencies, technology providers, and vendors to ensure optimal output and cost-effectiveness.
Our Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. An MBA or a Master's degree in a relevant area is highly desirable.
- Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in IT and/or digital marketing roles, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or management position.
- Technical Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of digital marketing tools and platforms (e.g., Google Analytics, HubSpot, Salesforce), web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), and IT infrastructure best practices.
- Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the proven ability to interpret data and translate insights into practical business strategies.
- Leadership Skills: Excellent communication, project management, and leadership skills, with a track record of inspiring teams and collaborating effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Adaptability: A growth mindset and a passion for staying current with the latest consumer and technology trends and advancements in the digital landscape.
We are a growing company with a high standard of excellence, and are an equal opportunity employer. We have a comprehensive benefits package and strong life/work balance.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $94,201.79 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Remote