IT MANAGER at Speedling Inc. – Ruskin, Florida

Salary Range: $ To $Who We Are

At Speedling we are motivated by our customers' success. We understand the vegetables in our greenhouses are the same veggies at home on our table. We take pride in knowing the flowers we grow will be seen in stores across the country. We understand our EPS facility gives local fish farmers the containers they need to ship their products across the country and expand their business.

Over 55 years of experience as an industry leader gives us the knowledge and ability to provide for our customers' ever-growing needs for high-quality transplants for seeded vegetables, ornamentals, hemp, and vegetative propagated products.

Every day we look to improve, innovate, and achieve our goal of providing quality products at the best possible price and value for our customers.

The agricultural industry is unique in its camaraderie, the desire to see success across the industry – we want to be a part of your success. At Speedling, we are here to help you grow.

This position is for you if:

- You have a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field and have 5+ years of progressive IT experience, including leadership or management responsibilities.

- You have strong knowledge of networking, cybersecurity, cloud platforms, and Microsoft-based environments.

- You have experience with ERP systems, databases, and business platforms.

- You have strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

- You have a hands-on, service-oriented mindset with the flexibility to support operational teams.

Join our team

The successful IT Manager is responsible for overseeing the company’s technology infrastructure across multiple locations, including corporate offices and remote farms. This role ensures reliable, secure, and efficient IT systems that support production, logistics, finance and administrative functions while aligning technology initiatives with business goals. The IT Manager also assists in analyzing user requirements, procedures, reports and system issues to improve existing systems and data processing, while ensuring all work is performed in compliance with safety policies and regulations to promote a safe work environment. This is a hybrid position. Occasional travel to company locations may be required.

The job details

Manage and maintain company-wide IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, cloud services, telecommunications, and hardware. Ensure reliable connectivity and system uptime for all locations.Develop technology roadmaps that support company growth and evaluate emerging technologies for potential competitive advantage.Recruit, train, and mentor IT staff; manage daily workflows and conduct performance appraisals.Collaborate with department leaders to identify technology needs and implement effective solutions.Ensure systems support for all seasonal production demands and peak operational periods.Establish and enforce cybersecurity policies, data protection standards, and disaster recovery plans. Monitor system security, perform regular audits, and manage backups.Ensure compliance with company policies, data privacy regulations, and industry best practices.Manage IT budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships.Evaluate and negotiate with service providers, software vendors, and equipment suppliers.Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining service quality.Provide training and documentation to improve technology adoption and user efficiency.Oversee helpdesk support across all locations. Serve as the primary point of contact for all IT-related initiatives and escalations.Act as a role model, working alongside team members, and demonstrate a positive work ethic. What we offer

- Our Employees are our #1 Asset! Speedling offers a competitive salary, mentoring with amazing people, medical, dental, company-paid life insurance, pet insurance, 401(k) plan with a healthy company match, paid vacation, and holidays.