Information and Business Systems Manager

Information and Business Systems Manager 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars At Suburban Manufacturing Group (SMG) we're proud to be recognized as a Star Tribune's Top Workplaces winner. This reflects our commitment to building a positive, people-first culture. At SMG, we believe in people, performance, and practical innovation. Join a company that values your time, your skills, and your contributions to building solutions that last. Lead. Innovate. Transform. We're looking for a builder, a problem-solver, and a strategic thinker who wants to make a real impact. If you thrive on turning technology into a competitive advantage, enjoy leading cross-functional initiatives, and have the drive to push systems (and people) forward, this role is for you. What You'll Own As our Information & Business Systems Manager, you'll lead and elevate our IT and business systems strategy ensuring our technology supports operational excellence, scalability, and growth.

What Success Looks Like:

Own and drive the IT strategy aligned with company objectives and manufacturing needs. Serve as the strategic leader of our Epicor ERP system; configuration, upgrades, integrations, reporting, and roadmap planning (including cloud transition). Lead our internal Epicor user group and champion system optimization across departments. Partner with Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Sales to lead impactful technology and process improvements. Evaluate and implement tools that improve data visibility, user experience, and efficiency. Ensure IT systems are secure, reliable, and optimized; managing vendors and internal resources effectively. Lead cybersecurity efforts and protect company data with proactive risk management. Manage IT budgets and forecasting with a strong ROI mindset. Stay ahead of technology trends and bring forward bold, practical ideas. Step in for complex system issues while ensuring smooth day-to-day support.

You bring:

A Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field 3+ years of progressive IT experience (manufacturing preferred) Epicor/Kinetic experience strongly preferred Strong background in enterprise systems, cloud computing, and cybersecurity Experience managing budgets, vendors, and cross-functional projects A proven ability to translate business challenges into tech solutions Beyond technical qualifications, you are: Ambitious and driven: you take ownership and deliver results

Curious:

you question the status quo and seek better ways Confident and collaborative: you build relationships across teams Strategic but practical: you think big and implement effectively Suburban offers a variety of other benefits for full-time team members.

These include:

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage for yourself and/or dependents. We provide three health insurance options from which to choose, eligible the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Every employee is eligible to receive up to $25,000 of Life Insurance and $25,000 of Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave

• at no cost to the employee.

Suburban's 401(k) plan provides eligible employee's pre-tax deferral contributions and after-tax Roth contributions. In addition, the company provides matching funds per pay period and other contributions, subject to allocation and vesting requirements, in accordance with the Summary Plan Description. SMG offers a wide variety of customizable benefits plans including supplemental insurance, pre-paid legal, identity theft protection, hospitalization, and critical illness coverage. Our Core Values We look for leaders who embody: Curiosity

• Always exploring, learning, and improving. Can-Do Attitude
• Agile, creative, and proactive in the face of change. Commitment
• Fully engaged in supporting our team and customers. Craftsmanship
• Passionate about delivering excellence. Collaboration
• Success is shared and team-driven.

Technology is a critical driver of our growth and operational excellence. This role goes beyond maintaining existing systems, it is about designing and implementing solutions that enhance performance, enable collaboration, and support long-term business success. This position offers the opportunity to contribute strategically, influence technology initiatives, and make a meaningful impact on Suburban Manufacturing's future.