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IT Platforms Manager

Ball Horticultural Company
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/14/2025

Job Type Full-time Description

Job Purpose :

To manage a group of IT professionals tasked with configuring and supporting the various platforms used by Ball globally. The vast majority is Microsoft’s Office 365 administration and security but also includes some support for platforms such as Esker document management, SAP user authorizations and Dialpad phone systems.

Responsibilities :

  • Review and develop the skills of the individuals in the Platforms group to ensure we are meeting the needs of the business (30%)
  • Ensure standard operating procedures and governance and being followed for our Platforms to create consistent and agreed upon outcomes (20%)
  • Approve the addition of new applications or platforms added to the allowed software so it can be appropriately supported and meets a business need to justify the addition (10%)
  • Oversee the development of standard operating procedures and governance for new applications or platforms being added to the Platforms group (10%)
  • Manage projects tasked to the Platforms group and 3rd party service providers (15%)
  • Research new technologies or changes to existing technologies supported by the Platforms group to keep our tools up to date and secure (15%)

Requirements

  • BS in Computer Science or equivalent work experience
  • 10 years in IT systems development and / or support
  • 5 years hands on experience with Microsoft Office 365
  • 3 years managing a team
  • Requires general understanding of MS Windows machines Basics of networking as it relates to applications
  • Earns and shows Trust and Respect
  • Team Player (Dependable, Collaborative)
  • Curious and Eager to Learn
  • Shows Technical Competence and Aptitude
  • Forward Thinking with ability to understand the Big Picture
  • Desirable Experience

  • Experience with SAP S4 or related SAP modules and development tools
  • Physical Requirements

  • Ability to travel average of 5% per year.
  • Salary Range : 110-140K annually

    is a leading breeder and distributor of flowers and vegetables around the globe. Located in the suburb of West Chicago (near Naperville and Geneva), our 60-acre property boasts 10 acres of display gardens. The gardens are primarily used as a sales and marketing tool but also provide a great relaxation opportunity for staff at the home office. Perennials, annuals, vegetables, roses and shrubs are blooming from May through September.

    Our promise to you :

    We create excitement in the world of flowers and are the first choice for service. We deliver all the best and nothing else! To you, we deliver a work environment and a culture where building long-lasting relationships internally and externally is important. We believe that good communication, sharing ideas and collaborating on projects will set us up for success. We keep both our feet on the ground and are approachable.

    In addition to this we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes :

  • Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
  • 401k / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
  • Paid time off benefits including vacation and holidays
  • Tuition assistance
  • An onsite subsidized café overlooking 30 acres of renowned display gardens and restored natural areas
  • Employee Assistance Program and Positive Health programs
  • Salary Description 110-140K

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