IT Manager, Digital Services

Department: IS

IT Manager, Digital Services 

At Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc., a leading designer, marketer and distributor of small household and commercial appliances, our culture is one of hard work, ethical behavior, and teamwork.  We roll up our sleeves and work hard to create products that have been pleasing customers for over 100 years.   We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes health, dental, and vision insurances, HSA contributions, Profit Sharing, and a 401(k) plan with vested contributions beginning Day One.  We provide paid vacation and holidays, summer hours and a paid charitable day off. To offset the cost of staying fit we offer a quarterly subsidy, and you can purchase our products at a discounted cost. We have a casual dress code, flexible hours, and development opportunities. These are just a few of the advantages of working for this dynamic company. 

We are seeking qualified candidates for an IT Manager, Digital Services opportunity at our Corporate Headquarters in Glen Allen, Virginia.  The IT Manager, Digital Services’ primary responsibilities include providing leadership for architecting and implementing information technology initiatives.  Directs the planning and implementation of enterprise IT technologies in support of business operations to improve cost effectiveness, service quality and business development.

 Responsibilities of the position include: 

• All aspects of the organization’s IT infrastructure, compliance, and digital transformation.
  • Plan, Coordinate, direct and design operational activities of the Digital Development and Lotus Notes team.
  • Provide direction and support for the IS Technical solutions that enhance mission-critical business operations.
  • Collaborate directly with executive management team and key decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of the organization.
  • Develop and manage technology portfolios and attaining IS service level agreements for the end user community.

Requirements of the position include: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or related field.
• 10+ years’ experience in managing/directing and IS Technology Operations.
• 15+ years’ experience working in the IS industry.
• 5+ years’ experience working in the consumer goods industry.
  • 10+ years’ experience in strategic planning and execution, business process optimization, budgeting, and project management.
  • Experience leading digital development teams using AWS and Ecommerce headless architecture.
• Awareness of applicable laws and regulations as they relate to Information Technology.
  • Good understanding of hardware platforms, enterprise software applications, outsourcing arrangements, system integration capabilities.
  • Strong understanding of human resource management principles, practice, and procedures. Ability to motivate in a team-oriented collaborative environment.

Our employees enjoy working in a tobacco-free and drug-free environment.   We do not consider candidates who use tobacco products.  Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.  We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.E-Verify.gov. 

If you are interested and qualified for this role, please apply HERE