CFS · 3 hours ago
Chief Information Officer
South Bend, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$200K/yr - $200K/yrCFS is a rapidly expanding manufacturing organization seeking a hands-on, growth-oriented Chief Information Officer to lead enterprise technology strategy. The CIO will be responsible for modernizing systems, scaling IT capabilities, and enabling data-driven decision-making across the business.
Human ResourcesStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Jake Walters
Responsibilities
Lead ERP system selection, implementation, and integration across manufacturing and business operations (Epicor, Plex, or similar systems)
Drive automation initiatives, including plant floor systems, robotics, AGVs, and shop floor IT enablement
Build and execute an enterprise data and analytics strategy to improve visibility, costing, planning, and operational performance
Partner closely with the executive team to align technology strategy with aggressive growth goals, including new sites and revenue expansion
Elevate IT delivery pace, discipline, and execution to match C-suite expectations
Lead change management efforts to improve adoption, data integrity, and cross-functional alignment
Develop, mentor, and scale a small, gritty internal IT and ERP-focused team
Balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution as the organization scales
Qualification
Required
Proven CIO, VP of IT, or senior IT leadership experience within manufacturing or industrial environments
Deep ERP implementation and selection experience, particularly in production, material planning, costing, and integrations
Strong understanding of EDI, APIs, and system integrations
Track record of delivering technology initiatives in fast-paced, growth-driven organizations
Hands-on leadership style with the ability to dive into execution when needed
Experience bridging business, operations, and technology teams
Formal IT education preferred but not required if paired with strong, practical career progression
Preferred
High emotional intelligence and strong executive presence
Comfortable operating in ambiguity and driving change
Gritty, sleeves-up mentality with a collaborative leadership style
Strong communicator who can influence at all levels of the organization
Passion for manufacturing environments and operational excellence
Company
CFS
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed.
Founded in 1994
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dan Casey
CEO, Founder
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