Vice President of IT

Warning: This role is not for the faint of heart. We are not looking for job seekers. We want changemakers! This job will either make or… will most likely break you.

This job will be a battlefield. It will require great attention to detail and a dire need to focus on leading a team with no direction at all. For you to step up the game, you must put a sense of direction and instill specific goals in your army. A chaotic mess will make your mind burst, and to escape this, an excellent action plan and initiative are needed. You have to make things work and push yourself and your troops. Finish where you started, or else, that red flag is still high up and you have to figure it out again. GET UP AND GET IT DONE.

You might be thinking, “Are these people crazy? What kind of company is this?!” Well, there’s one thing we can tell you, THIS JOB IS NOT FOR YOU. However, if this got your full attention then GAME ON. You will be on this uphill journey you’ve been waiting for!

In this role, you will be the tech headmaster. It will bring you pressure and headaches due to tons of responsibilities that will require your pure attention. You will start working from scratch. When we mean scratch, working from 0 to 100. You will work under pressure and meet specific deadlines. We will never force you to think out of the box, because we don’t believe in the concept of the box in the first place.

The word “limitation” is not for you, as you aim for freedom to stimulate creativity and innovation, not only within your team but the whole company. If you have the drive for excellence and make the unachievable possible, this role will give you an edge for success.

Seeking an IT Team Builder who has helped young budding departments blossom while it’s raining brimstone. Are you a systems architect who can team build a fast-growing wannabe tech company?

Learning – You always have this thinking that growth is essential and one should not be limited in learning new knowledge and skills within the four corners of the classroom. Whenever you encounter new things, your curiosity hits hard. You empower yourself through your willingness to learn.

Eagerness – Traits like confidence and self-efficacy are what you have. You always want to get things done keenly whenever you start on something. An impatient attitude that urges you to focus and say, “I can do it!”.

Tech Savvy – As we live in the 21st century, technology is what makes us move forward. Everything evolves with new tech that you love and enjoy using. You can identify and solve complex problems because of your analytical skills. As new technology comes by, you can easily adapt to changes. You are a quick learner and can be proficient in a snap.

Strategic Communication – When it comes to making the connection, you recognize that it’s more than just speaking. You value communication as a means for creating positive change. You understand that it involves connecting with people and creating mutually beneficial relationships. You also understand that it is a collaborative process and that it requires clear and honest dialogue.

Get On Base – It’s not always about finishing a task but getting them started. You focus on executing the fundamentals and consistently put yourself in a position to succeed. It doesn’t have to be a home run, just get on base.

Leadership – If you want to move up, you must create leaders in the organization. You are taking a mentor approach, leading by example, and engaging in development and training opportunities to help build the leadership abilities of others. Your goal is to establish a sea of leaders that can replace you for you to climb the corporate ladder.

Soft on the People – You treat people with respect and sincerity. You are open-minded and have the heart to understand and listen to people. You would work with intelligence, prudence, and positivity, rather than simply with force.

Tough on the Issues – When you encourage issues, you always put in mind the importance of accountability with a proper dedication to resolve them as required. You tend to avoid the tendency to overlook them or shy away from the tough tasks at hand and always hold to metrics. By being transparent on the issues, there is no need to pinpoint anyone as you have acknowledged your mistake and you know the right thing to do.

Extreme Ownership – You take full ownership of your area of responsibility. From simple to difficult tasks or roles, you get to prioritize them accordingly by executing them by yourself, taking action in motion at all times. As the quote implies, “Leaders must own everything in their world. There is no one else to blame”.

Candor – Knowing what’s right and true must be told with openness and honesty. You know where to stand at all times and you are not afraid to communicate it to your direct reports and/or managers. Informing them about their flaws and what to improve are taken as constructive feedback, and vice versa.

My Amazon Guy is a growing digital marketing agency with over 300 employees and clients. We are engaging, rewarding, and innovative. Our company aims to grow sales while giving our clients the peace of mind that everything on Amazon is taken care of.

Role and Responsibilities:

Oversee the development of IT strategy and programs for the organization, develop tactical objectives, and set priorities based on key objectives
Develop a structured, logical, and organized approach to IT initiatives that promote the development, adoption, and effective use of technology
Ensure appropriate levels of IT infrastructure and systems, including data security and data privacy
Develop and review operational performance metrics, service level agreements, and IT standards and procedures
Oversee system implementations, upgrades, migrations, and maintenance
Provide guidance and direction to IT personnel and ensure compliance with information security policies and procedures
Support the organization’s growth strategy through the formulation and execution of IT plans that meet organizational and business needs
Cultivate and foster an innovative, agile, and proactive technology environment
Facilitate engagement with the IT industry and community resources to ensure informed decisions and best practices
Engage in continuous learning and development to stay informed of current and emerging technologies
Oversee the development of in-house software post-launch to support the company’s long-term goals.
Keep the systems online and constantly upgrading.
Provide direction and leadership to the IT Department’s team.
Recruit and build the IT Team up.

Growth Path of Eventual Responsibilities:

Taking over bigger projects and tasks which will be more complex and multifaceted that will be beneficial for all departments.
A wide range of opportunities to get to know and learn more from people in the IT industry.
Take necessary preparations in handling multiple duties and responsibilities for advancement across the organization.
Participation in continuing career development through research and collaboration with the use of the latest technology.
Have an in-depth cross-functional comprehension of different spectrums of the business. This entails the business/organizational processes, customer needs and wants, and market trends as the basis of IT decision-making.
Grow into a mentor and advisor to colleagues in various departments which are IT, Advertising, Brand Management, Human Resources, Creatives, and Sales.
Establish an excellent reputation in the chosen industry/field.

My Amazon Guy Benefits:

This position offers a competitive remuneration salary
Generous Paid Time Offs
7 Paid Company Holidays
Fun fully remote culture with a sense of community and collaboration and a team-oriented environment
You can have your own Amazon selling business and utilize company resources to build your account. We love and encourage entrepreneurs. The majority of employees have their selling accounts.
Unlimited learning and growth – If you meet and exceed our core values and grow sales, you will have unlimited opportunities to grow, advance, promote, and earn more.

Requirements:

Led startup tech teams of 8+ in size
A deep understanding of management and IT, especially remote business operations and eCommerce. At least two years of experience as an IT director for a digitally-based company
A bachelor’s degree is preferred (ideally in computer science, information technology or other related fields)
Working knowledge of operational management- 2-3 years experience required in leading and running a department
Expert-level knowledge in Excel, macros, systems integrations, etc
A background check will be conducted
2 years of experience in database management, CRM management, etc
Excellent communication skills and coordination with a variety of departments to accomplish the company vision
At least one year of experience with WordPress
Knowledge of building wireframes
One year of experience using sales-related software systems
Working knowledge of Amazon Seller Central, eCommerce, Google Ads, Facebook Ads, LinkedIn, etc Preferred
This list is not conclusive

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