IT Manager

Job description

Responsibilities The IT Manager will be responsible for leading day-to-day IT operations while driving technology planning and vendor management for a growing automotive manufacturing organization. This role serves as the primary escalation point for IT issues and acts as a key liaison between the business, third-party vendors, and managed service partners. The IT Manager will oversee internal IT staff and ensure stable, secure, and scalable technology operations in a compliance-driven environment. This is a contract to hire or direct hire role located onsite in Traverse City, Michigan. Key Responsibilities: - Oversee day-to-day IT operations across infrastructure, systems, and end-user support - Manage and mentor internal IT staff, including Help Desk and Systems Administration personnel - Serve as the primary escalation point for complex technical and operational issues - Lead technology planning, roadmap development, and lifecycle management initiatives - Act as the main IT liaison between business stakeholders, managed service providers, and third-party vendors - Own vendor management activities, including performance oversight, coordination, and issue resolution - Collaborate...