Director of Information Technology Job at 3Z Brands, Glendale, AZ

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  • 3Z Brands
  • Glendale, AZ

Job Description

Job Title: Director of Information Technology (IT)

Location: On Site 5 Days a week in Glendale, AZ

Position Overview

3Z Brands has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and strategic Director of IT to lead technology operations supporting both manufacturing environments and a corporate team of 300+ professionals.

This role is responsible for ensuring reliable, secure, and scalable IT systems across production facilities and office functions, while aligning technology initiatives with business goals.

The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of hands-on infrastructure expertise, leadership capability, and experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

IT Leadership & Strategy

  • Develop and execute the company’s IT strategy aligned with business objectives.
  • Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing IT team (help desk, infrastructure, applications).
  • Partner with executive leadership to drive digital transformation and operational efficiency.

Manufacturing Systems Support

  • Oversee IT systems supporting manufacturing operations (e.g., ERP and shop floor systems).
  • Ensure high availability and performance of plant systems to minimize downtime.
  • Collaborate with operations leaders to optimize production through technology.

Corporate IT Operations

  • Manage IT services for 300+ corporate users across multiple departments across US.
  • Oversee end-user support, network infrastructure, cloud services, and enterprise applications.
  • Ensure seamless onboarding/offboarding and user productivity tools.

Infrastructure & Security

  • Maintain and enhance IT infrastructure including networks, servers, storage, and cloud environments.
  • Implement and enforce cybersecurity policies, risk management, and compliance standards.
  • Ensure business continuity through disaster recovery and backup strategies.

Vendor & Budget Management

  • Manage relationships with external vendors, service providers, and consultants.
  • Develop and manage IT budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions and ROI.
  • Evaluate and implement new technologies and systems.

Process Improvement & Governance

  • Establish IT policies, procedures, and best practices (ITIL or similar frameworks).
  • Monitor system performance and KPIs; drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field., or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of progressive IT experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing or industrial environments.
  • Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and enterprise systems.
  • Proven ability to manage teams and complex IT operations.

Preferred

  • Experience with Cisco Meraki Networks, Cisco Firewalls
  • Familiarity with production automation systems.
  • Experience with Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure.
  • Microsoft Entra, Defender, Sentinel, Purview.
  • Experience managing windows servers in data centers.
  • ITIL, PMP, CISSP, or similar certifications.
  • Managing large fleet of desktops, laptops, printers, POS, tablets.
  • Solid experience with cyerbsecurity tools and processes.
  • Experience with IT controls and SOX processes.

Key Competencies

  • Strategic thinking and business alignment
  • Leadership and team development
  • Problem-solving and decision-making
  • Communication and stakeholder management
  • Operational excellence and execution

  • High system uptime across manufacturing and corporate environments
  • Strong user satisfaction and efficient IT support operations
  • Secure, compliant, and scalable IT infrastructure
  • Effective alignment between IT initiatives and business growth
  • Considerable experience with Vendor Management.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. 3Z Brands conducts a pre-employment drug test and background search upon hire.

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