Director, It Infrastructure

We are seeking a dynamic leader with extensive knowledge in information technology to join our team as the Director – IT Infrastructure. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing enterprise-wide technology initiatives, overseeing projects impacting network, cloud, collaboration, voice, mobility, and service desk solutions. The ideal candidate will be a change agent with strong leadership skills, capable of aligning IT strategies with business needs and driving operational excellence.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic management and direction for all IT projects, programs, services, and policies.
• Bridge the gap between company management and IT resources, ensuring ongoing alignment of business needs.
• Direct IT efforts towards value-driven activities, making continuous judgment calls on priorities.
• Manage cross-functional vendor relationships and assess technology solutions for business improvement.
• Oversee vendor contracts, resource utilization, growth plans, and IT budgets.
• Lead acquisition IT due diligence and integrations.
• Establish efficiency and efficacy standards for IT infrastructure and systems performance.
• Develop and implement business continuity protocols.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of professional enterprise IT experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership or management role in an IT setting.
• Strong business acumen with cross-functional IT knowledge.
• Excellent project management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of IT operations and infrastructure services (voice/telcom, security, cloud, etc.).
• Experience developing and maintaining policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
• Customer-focused with clear and effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and lead change management activities.
• Previous experience in a high-growth environment is a plus.

Equipment & Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, use hands, reach, talk, and hear regularly.
• Occasional walking, sitting, climbing, stooping, and kneeling.
• Specific vision abilities, including close vision and distance vision.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

• Advanced computer experience, including advanced-level proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.

If you are a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, we invite you to join our team and contribute to the continued success of our organization. Apply now to be part of a dynamic and growing company.

Advancing Eyecare is a partnership of leaders in the Eyecare instrumentation marketplace established to offer the best products and service solutions in the ophthalmic equipment industry. Currently comprised of Marco Ophthalmic, Lombart Instrument, Enhanced Medical Services (EMS), INNOVA Medical, Santinelli International and Veatch Ophthalmic. The combined scope of the organization has the broadest product portfolio, the most knowledgeable people, and the most reliable localized service in the industry.

Advancing Eyecare is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where our team members feel valued, respected, and supported. We understand that diverse backgrounds, abilities, and experiences will continue to strengthen our business. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities

Experience level:

• 10 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Jacksonville, FL 32224: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person