Frida is hiring a
IT Director, Data and Analytics

Summary

Frida is seeking an experienced IT Director to lead data-driven initiatives and manage a team. The role requires expertise in multiple technology stacks, Agile approach, and strong understanding of cybersecurity and ITIL process. The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of progressive experience, preferably in a manufacturing or CPG industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in technology, engineering, or computer science
• 10 + years of progressive experience. Preferably in a manufacturing or CPG industry
• 4+ years of experience with WMS, and/or related inventory management systems
• 4+ years of development experience in visualization tools such as Power-BI or Tableau
• 5+ years of experience with manufacturing ERP and vendor management software
• Strong understanding of data warehouse concepts, SQL, ETL, Data Lake, etc
• Understanding of data governance and data security implications and implementation
• Experience with project management tools (Asana or JIRA)
• Conceptual understanding or experience with Microsoft Azure, Data Lake or integrating SAAS applications for entire enterprise
• Understanding about application compliance, risk metrics and risk management
• Strong project management skills, especially with project planning, vendor evaluations, and process improvement

Responsibilities

• Oversee internal and client facing applications data requirements, integrations, and application best practices
• Act as a technical liaison with different internal departments including Engineering, Finance, Sales, Quality Assurance, Procurement, Field Operations, and international suppliers
• Lead and manage an IT team of 4-6 employees
• Manage IT vendor relationship and directly oversee a pool of technical offshore resources
• Evaluate future changes, including system enhancements, process improvements, and reporting dashboards from data and integration perspective
• Identify, implement, and integrate various application data schemas and data structures into simplified solutions
• Develop business trackers and metrics to report our progress towards corporate objectives
• Train and develop assigned members of the implementation analyst team as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess a thorough knowledge and understanding of manufacturing and distribution processes and products
• Excellent analytical skills with a strong working knowledge of problem solving, root cause analysis, and solution implementation

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans
• Employer paid life insurance
• Supplemental insurance options including Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• FSA & HSA
• 401k matching up to 4% with immediate vesting
• Generous paid time off program including elective PTO days, federal holidays, sick/wellness days, and a birthday floater
• Flexible paid pregnancy and parental leave
• Weekly wellness programming including manicures & pedicures, massages, and carwashes
• Dog friendly office - feel free to bring your best buddy with you to work!
• Learning & development opportunities for professional and personal growth
• Company-wide events & outings- we know how to throw a party! Team engagement is at the epicenter of our culture, whether it’s getting together for our annual Fam Jam bash or giving back to our community through a day of service
• Exclusive employee product discounts