Description We are seeking an experienced, hands-on IT Director to steer our client's IT department. The successful candidate will have had experience managing IT in a company with an international parent company, alongside a proven track record in change management, particularly around IT optimization and ERP Implementation. This is a permanent / full-time opportunity and our client is 100% onsite in the northeast St. Paul metro area. Responsibilities: + Develop and manage productive relationships with our overseas parent company, ensuring alignment in vision and strategy. + Lead the IT optimization process, supporting the organization through periods of significant changes. + Direct the migration from SAP ECC 6.0 to S4 Hana, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth implementation. + Oversee and maintain IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal system performance. + Define and implement IT policies and best practices. + Provide hands-on technical leadership, assist team members in troubleshooting and addressing system and network issues. + Partner with business leaders and teams, aligning IT systems and solutions with business operations and goals. + Manage IT-related projects and supervise technology upgrades. Requirements Required Skills, Education, & Experience: + Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field, or equivalent experience + A minimum of 10 years’ experience in IT management, with at least 5 years in a Manager/Director role. + Experience managing IT in a company with an overseas parent company and complex org structure. + Hands-on technical experience in managing networks and systems. + Technical knowledge of SAP ERP systems is REQUIRED (SAP S4 Hana a plus). Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .