Senior Director of Information Technology

Lasko Products, an industry leader in providing and manufacturing home environment products for over 100 years, is seeking a Sr. Director of IT .   The Senior Director of Information Technology is a key leadership role responsible for enabling Lasko’s business strategy through scalable, secure, and efficient technology solutions. This leader will drive IT strategy across manufacturing operations, supply chain, distribution, and corporate functions, ensuring strong alignment with Lasko’s growth, operational excellence, and digital transformation goals.   This position plays a critical role in modernizing legacy systems, advancing cloud adoption (Azure), strengthening data and analytics capabilities, and supporting end-to-end business process maturity—including SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning).   Key Responsibilities   Strategic IT Leadership   Develop and execute a multi-year IT roadmap aligned with Lasko’s business priorities, including manufacturing efficiency, supply chain optimization, and customer experience   Partner with the ELT and functional leaders to align IT investments with measurable business outcomes   Lead digital transformation initiatives, including legacy system replacement (e.g., shipping/logistics), process automation, and AI enablement   Establish clear IT governance that reinforces accountability between IT and business process owners   Manufacturing & Supply Chain Enablement   Ensure technology effectively supports Lasko’s manufacturing operations, distribution centers, and global supply chain   Partner with operations, planning, and finance leaders to mature and enable SIOP processes through systems and data   Drive system integration and visibility across procurement, production, inventory, and fulfillment   Support continuous improvement initiatives with data, automation, and process standardization   Enterprise Applications (QAD & Ecosystem)   Own and evolve Lasko’s enterprise application landscape, with a strong focus on QAD ERP and its integrations   Lead modernization and optimization of core systems, ensuring scalability and business alignment   Ensure seamless integrations across platforms (e.g., ERP, BI, collaboration tools, planning systems)   Partner with business leaders to prioritize enhancements that deliver measurable value   Cloud, Infrastructure & Security   Lead Lasko’s transition to and optimization of Azure-based infrastructure and services   Ensure high availability and performance across plants, distribution centers, and corporate locations   Establish and maintain a robust cybersecurity program protecting intellectual property, operational systems, and customer data   Oversee disaster recovery and business continuity capabilities aligned with manufacturing uptime requirements   Data, Analytics & AI Enablement   Advance Lasko’s enterprise data strategy, including governance, data quality, and accessibility   Expand Power BI and analytics capabilities to enable real-time, data-driven decision making across operations and leadership   Support AI adoption (e.g., Copilot, advanced analytics, automation) in a secure and governed manner   Enable standardized metrics and reporting to support SIOP, financial performance, and operational KPIs   IT Operations & Service Excellence   Lead IT service delivery across all Lasko locations, ensuring a high level of reliability and user satisfaction   Implement and mature ITIL-based service management practices   Drive continuous improvement in help desk performance, system uptime, and user experience   Establish SLAs and KPIs aligned to business expectations   Financial & Vendor Management   Develop and manage the IT budget with a focus on cost efficiency, ROI, and value delivery   Oversee vendor relationships, including ERP providers, cloud partners, and managed services   Negotiate contracts and ensure alignment with Lasko’s long-term technology strategy   Optimize sourcing strategies to balance internal capabilities and external expertise   People & Organizational Leadership   Build and lead a high-performing IT team across applications, infrastructure, and support functions   Develop leadership bench strength and technical capabilities aligned with Lasko’s future needs   Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement   Clearly define roles between IT and business teams to reinforce process ownership outside of IT   Qualifications   Required   Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred)   10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing or consumer products   Proven experience supporting ERP systems (QAD strongly preferred) and integrated enterprise environments   Strong knowledge of supply chain, manufacturing systems, and distribution operations   Experience leading cloud transformations, particularly within Microsoft Azure   Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence executive stakeholders   Preferred   Experience with Power BI, data platforms, and analytics transformation   Familiarity with SIOP processes and supporting systems   Experience modernizing legacy systems in manufacturing/logistics environments   Certifications such as ITIL, PMP, CISSP, or Azure-related credentials   Key Competencies   Business process alignment (especially in manufacturing and supply chain)   Strategic thinking with strong execution discipline   Executive communication and ELT engagement   Data-driven decision making and analytics leadership   Change leadership and digital transformation   Strong governance mindset (clear ownership between IT and business)   Success Metrics   Stability and performance of core systems (QAD, integrations, infrastructure)   Progress against