Vice President Information Technology

Vice President of It & Transformation

The Vice President of IT & Transformation for U.S. AutoForce is a strategic and visionary technology leader responsible for shaping and executing the divisions IT roadmap. This executive will be a visionary for digital transformation initiatives, modernize core systems, and drive innovation to support business growth, operational excellence, and customer experience. Reporting directly to the Corporate CIO, this role is the top IT leader for the U.S. AutoForce division and a key member of both the enterprise IT and U.S. AutoForce division leadership teams. The U.S. AutoForce eCommerce, WMS, and EDI / Integration IT teams will report directly to this individual.

About U.S. AutoForce : With over 70 years of industry leadership, U.S. AutoForce is a premier distributor of tires, undercar parts, and lubricants, serving independent tire retailers, repair shops, and automotive dealerships. Operating 67 distribution centers across 47 states, we are committed to delivering exceptional service and value to our customers.

Job Responsibilities :

• Strategic Leadership & Partnership : Define and execute the IT strategy for U.S. AutoForce by fostering strong strategic partnerships and building bridges between the division and enterprise. Align technology initiatives with organizational goals, ensuring collaboration across teams to drive long-term growth and shared success.
• Technology Transformation : Spearhead the adoption of artificial intelligence and digital solutions to position U.S. AutoForce at the forefront of industry innovation. Drive the modernization of core platforms-including Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), CRM, and warehouse automation-by strategically integrating AI to optimize operations, unlock new efficiencies, and deliver superior customer experiences. Ensure seamless integration of IT systems across all business functions, establishing a benchmark for technology leadership in the distribution sector.
• Change Visionary : Serve as a change visionary, leveraging a strong business mindset and deep technology expertise to inspire alignment, champion organizational adoption, and lead transformative change across the division and enterprise.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with executive leadership to identify opportunities where technology can unlock business value, particularly in areas like demand planning, pricing, logistics, and customer support.
• Governance & Optimization : Lead the governance framework for IT, ensuring compliance, security, and operational excellence. Optimize IT processes and infrastructure to support business objectives and drive continuous improvement.

Our company is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources at (920) 739-6101.