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This role will also provide IT support to our manufacturing and media divisions.\nThe ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership experience, and project management skills, along with a proactive approach to problem solving. This individual will play a key role in developing scalable systems, improving processes, and implementing technology solutions that support our growing organization. The position requires someone who can balance daily operational needs with long term strategic initiatives, effectively communicate with executive leadership, and align technology decisions with broader business objectives.\nCore Responsibilities\n ERP Management (NetSuite): Oversee and manage the company’s NetSuite ERP system, ensuring efficient order processing, inventory management, fulfillment, and accounting operations across multiple brands and subsidiaries. Identify opportunities to improve system functionality and operational efficiency.\n Systems Integration and Platform Management: Manage and support integrations between NetSuite and other business platforms, including Shopify storefronts, Amazon and other marketplaces, third party logistics providers (3PLs), EDI systems, and accounting tools. Ensure reliable data flow and system connectivity across the organization.\nData Management and Reporting: Partner with Operations, Accounting, and Product teams to establish and maintain consistent data standards, item creation processes, and reporting practices. Leverage business intelligence tools to improve reporting accuracy, visibility, and business decision making.\nProject Management: Lead and coordinate technology projects, working closely with a small internal team, external vendors, and cross functional stakeholders. Manage project timelines, priorities, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful implementation of technology initiatives.\n Infrastructure and Cybersecurity: Oversee IT infrastructure, system security, and cybersecurity practices to ensure reliable and secure business operations. Identify potential risks, implement appropriate safeguards, and maintain systems that support business continuity and organizational growth.\nRequirements\n5 to 7 years of relevant IT experience, preferably within a retail, ecommerce, or consumer products organization.\nExperience with NetSuite ERP, including Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), as well as Celigo and Shopify.\nProven experience building, developing, and leading a small, high-performing technology team.\nStrong business acumen with the ability to align technology decisions and investments with operational goals, financial performance, and overall business strategy.\nBroad technical knowledge across enterprise applications, IT infrastructure, cloud environments, cybersecurity, systems integrations, data architecture, and IT operations.\nExperience developing and implementing AI, automation, or digital transformation strategies and roadmaps to improve operational efficiency and support business growth.\nStrong project management skills with the ability to prioritize competing initiatives, manage external vendors, and deliver results in a growing organization.\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with executive leadership.\nStrong analytical and problem solving skills with a proactive, hands on approach to identifying challenges and implementing solutions.\nAbility to balance daily technical operations with long term strategic planning and organizational goals.\nLocation: Bozeman, Montana preferred, with flexibility for the right remote candidate.\nEmployment Type: Full Time\nReports to: Bill Curran, Chief Financial Officer\nAbout MeatEater, Inc:\nMeatEater, Inc. is an outdoor lifestyle media and commerce company founded by renowned writer, television host, and podcast personality Steven Rinella. As the host of the long-running television series MeatEater and The MeatEater Podcast, Rinella has built a dedicated following among hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts through his passion for outdoor adventure, wild foods, and conservation. Founded on the belief that a deeper understanding of the natural world enriches all of our lives, MeatEater brings together leading voices in hunting, fishing, wild foods, and conservation to provide its community with premium content, apparel, equipment, and experiences. MeatEater, Inc. is the parent company of First Lite (technical hunting apparel), FHF Gear (outdoor accessories), Phelps Game Calls, and Dave Smith Decoys (premium hunting decoys). MeatEater's video content is distributed across a variety of platforms, including YouTube, its website at www.themeateater.com, its free ad-supported television (FAST) channel, and other streaming and digital platforms. 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