Director of IT

Company: East Bay Tire Co.
Location: Fairfield
Posted on: January 18, 2023

Job Description:

EAST BAY TIRE A career at East Bay Tire provides a unique opportunity to work in a competitive environment full of challenges and fulfilling growth throughout the East Bay, Central Valley, and Northern California. You'll have the chance to be part of our team, to be creative and innovative in your role to meet the demands of an ever-evolving company and economic climate. You'll be involved in serving our communities, building lasting relationships, and be inspired by the best to grow in your career. Our teams embrace challenges, we are very tenacious; the tenacity is what feeds our passion to be the best, but in the warehouse, we just call this True Grit. ABOUT THIS ROLE The Director of Information Technology will be responsible for managing and directing the company's information technology (IT) operations, ensuring the department provides an efficient and effective technical support service. This director will be responsible for working with the leadership team to develop strategies and prioritize IT projects, updates, and new advances within the technology field while work the IT team. DUTIES INCLUDE

• Active participation in East Bay Tire's Safety program to maintain a healthy and injury free environment
• Participate in training and company meetings to facilitate individual and company growth
• Leads development and implementation processes for the organizations IT systems and department.
• Develops and implements business continuity protocols to minimize disruption to business operations in the event of emergency situations or data loss.
• Establishes efficiency and efficacy standards, providing recommendations for improvement of IT infrastructure.
• Analyzes IT infrastructure and systems performance to assess operating costs, productivity levels, upgrade requirements, and other metrics and needs.
• Oversees security of systems, networks, and enterprise information.
• Facilitates IT security audits or investigations.
• Develops and maintains relationships with external IT vendors and service providers.
• Coordinates multisite IT systems via enterprise resource planning (ERP).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Hires and trains IT staff.
• Schedules, organizes, and assigns projects to members of the IT team.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.
• Adherence to company and safety policies and procedures REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science required; master's degree or MBA preferred.
  • At least ten years of experience managing an IT department.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in the latest technology for IT systems and management.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent analytical and management skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Through understanding of IT and practical applications to support the company's goals.
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. LOCATION
    • This position will work out of our Corporate Fairfield location. BENEFITS
      • Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, ADD, Life, FSA and DCAP Benefit Options
      • Generous 401k with Company Match
      • Paid Holidays
      • Vacation and Sick Leave
      • Annual Employee Christmas Trees, Tax Services, Tailgate and Tickets to events, Employee birthdays, mingles and lunches
      • You'll have the opportunity to work with great people and make a real impact - while being your unique, authentic, self at work. WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY
        • We grow together. We believe in supporting all employees with all the resources and tools to be successful. We invest in our people; we learn together, and we grow together. We celebrate OUR people, and we want each employee to have a long career with East Bay Tire.
        • We focus on giving people our utmost attention. Building and keeping relationships, going above and beyond, and offering world class service is of utmost importance to each member of our team. We are proud of how we got here and want to continue to build for our future.
        • East Bay Tire promotes a work environment that encourages problem-solving, collaboration, and a culture of growth. We roll up our sleeves, we work together, and we support each other.
        • We pride ourselves on having a very diverse team that matches our diverse customer base. WE have an inclusive culture, where different perspectives - professional and personal - are respected and welcomed.
        • We pride ourselves on being a fast-paced company that recognizes talent and rewards hard work.
        • We offer flexible work hours, a work environment that allows for work/life balance, a family focused approach, and competitive benefits and events that support employee wellness. PHYSICAL AND/OR MENTAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to:
          • Work in an environment where there can be medium to loud noise
          • Routinely use computer equipment including monitors, keyboards, etc.
          • Frequently sit and stand to perform work, visit offices, attend meetings, and put supplies away, pack boxes or put materials together
          • Ability to lift to 50 pounds
          • Work flexible/varying schedule to support the team, customers, and deadlines ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Applicants must be fully authorized to work in the U.S. and physically be in the U.S. East Bay Tire is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected factor. NOTICE TO RECRUITERS, EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES AND/OR VENDORS Please note that East Bay Tire does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies or vendors. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, East Bay Tire will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without East Bay Tire's authorization, East Bay Tire without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of East Bay Tire. Verbal commitments from any East Bay Tire employees will not be considered binding terms. This applies to all East Bay Tire locations and offices. It is the responsibility of all third-party recruiters and vendors to know this policy.

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