Job Description

IT and Data Manager

Location: Fort Wayne, IN - In-Person

Are you a tech-savvy leader ready to drive the digital transformation of a fast-paced truckload brokerage?

We are seeking an experienced IT and Data Manager to spearhead all IT projects and manage our dedicated IT and Data team. If you thrive on optimizing systems, mentoring talent, and integrating the latest technology—including AI—into business operations, we want to hear from you!

At Circle Logistics, we’re one of the fastest-growing 3PLs in the nation, built on No-Fail Service, Personalized Communication, and Innovative Solutions. Every truck we dispatch, every customer we support, and every win we celebrate relies on strong IT performance behind the scenes. If you’re ready to make a direct impact, work with great people, and be part of a company that recognizes and rewards excellence, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Provide top-quality IT support to the Admin and Operations teams.
• Plan, execute, and finalize complex IT projects, including system upgrades, software implementations, infrastructure enhancements, and engineering initiatives.
• Maintain project goals, timelines, and progress tracking to ensure successful delivery of all IT programs.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the IT and Data teams, fostering continuous improvement and technical excellence.
• Oversee the reliability, security, and performance of all computer systems, servers, networks, and communication infrastructure.
• Manage procurement of hardware and software needed for operations.
• Administer and provide expert support for key business tools, including Google Workspace (Gmail, Sheets, Docs) and Microsoft Excel.
• Oversee database operations with a foundational understanding of SQL for querying and reporting.
• Research, evaluate, and implement emerging technologies—including modern AI tools—to improve efficiency and support data-driven decision-making across the brokerage.
• Develop and implement IT processes that improve organizational efficiency and customer service.
• Participate in strategic planning meetings related to IT and building needs, providing insight into technology requirements and opportunities.
• Lead the rollout and implementation of new applications and system updates.
• Attend management meetings to communicate IT needs, progress, and recommendations.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

What You Need Experience

• 5+ years of progressive experience in Information Technology roles.
• Proven experience in People Management and leading successful IT Project Management initiatives.
• Deep understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs) and PC hardware maintenance.
• Expert proficiency in business software (Google Workspace, Excel).
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of SQL for database interaction and data analysis.
• Experience or strong familiarity with coding/scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
• Demonstrated ability to research, implement, and utilize the latest AI tools in a professional business setting.

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in the Logistics or Transportation industry.
• Familiarity with cloud environments and virtualization technologies.
• Knowledge of security best practices and compliance standards.

Skills

• Must have strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions through to completion.
• Ability to prioritize, balance, and organize information while completing multiple tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Presents self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays as business needs dictate.
• Above-average proficiency with Google Suite (Admin + Apps)
• Microsoft Office (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, reporting) preferred

Education & Certifications

• CompTIA A+ Certification preferred.

Why Join Circle Logistics Inc?

• High Impact: You will be the architect of our technological future, with direct influence over company efficiency and long-term growth.
• Innovation: We are committed to adopting the latest technology, giving you the opportunity to work with cutting-edge tools, including advanced AI solutions.
• Culture: A dynamic, supportive, and success-driven environment where your contributions are highly valued.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Professional growth within a rapidly expanding national logistics company
• A fast-paced, collaborative, and creative work environment where your ideas matter.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements listed below represent the general expectations for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to perform tasks that may require close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus, with or without corrective lenses .
• Ability to move about the workspace, including periods of walking or other mobility as needed.
• Ability to remain seated for extended periods (generally up to 8 hours), as required by the role.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push, and/or pull, and to lift or move items generally up to 35 pounds , and occasionally up to 40 pounds , as part of regular job duties.

Work Environment

The working conditions described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made as needed.

• Primarily an indoor office environment, with occasional participation in company activities or events that may occur outdoors.
• Work schedules may vary and could include evenings, weekends, holidays, or extended hours based on business needs.
• While most duties occur in a climate-controlled environment, occasional exposure to outdoor weather (heat, cold, etc.) may occur during support of company activities.
• Noise levels in the work environment typically range from moderate to loud.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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