Chief Information Officer

Gellert Global Group
Elizabeth, NJ
Job Description
Role Overview

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is a visionary, strategic leader responsible for driving digital transformation, ensuring operational excellence across technology platforms, and maximizing the value of technology investments. The ideal candidate combines deep IT expertise with a strong business mindset and a demonstrated commitment to developing future technology leaders through coaching, mentorship, and leadership development initiatives.

What You Will Do

Responsibilities include strategic technology leadership, enterprise systems & supply chain digitalization, team leadership, training & leadership development, leadership development initiatives, data, analytics & business intelligence, cybersecurity, risk & compliance, vendor, budget & resource management, change management, user enablement & capability building, and process improvement & innovation.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have at least 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior or executive technology role within the food, beverage, consumer goods, distribution, manufacturing, or related industry, and a strong understanding of supply chain operations, inventory management, distribution, compliance frameworks, and the technology needs of a fast-paced, multi-site business environment.

Requirements

  • At least 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
  • Strong understanding of supply chain operations, inventory management, distribution, compliance frameworks, and the technology needs of a fast-paced, multi-site business environment
  • Proven experience leading enterprise technology platforms, including ERP systems, CRM tools, warehouse and inventory systems, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity programs, data analytics, and business intelligence solutions
  • Deep technical knowledge of Infor M3, Salesforce preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop distributed IT teams, build leadership pipelines, promote knowledge sharing, support succession planning, and cultivate a service-oriented technology culture grounded in accountability and continuous learning
  • Proven commitment to fostering professional growth through regular coaching, feedback, mentorship, leadership development planning, and opportunities that expand the skills and readiness of managers and team members
  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language, influence stakeholders, lead cross-functional initiatives, and support training and adoption of new systems and processes

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Company-paid life, accident, short and long-term disability insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Competitive pay
  • Annual bonus opportunity
  • 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting upon enrollment
  • Robust employee referral program
  • Generous paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Employee recognition and engagement events
  • Wellness initiatives
  • Philanthropic opportunities
  • DE&I programs
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