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CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER (CIO)

Hugg and Hall Equipment Company is looking for someone with strong business acumen, executive technology leadership, and a pragmatic focus on execution and outcomes to lead our IT departments as Chief Information Officer. We are a full-service equipment company specializing in industrial and construction equipment since 1956. More information about us can be found below.

The Chief Information Officer is responsible for leading the company's information technology strategy, operations, and data environment to enable business performance, scalability, and operational excellence. The CIO ensures the reliability, security, and effectiveness of enterprise systems while aligning technology investments with business priorities. This role is the executive lead for a major digital transformation, specifically driving the selection and implementation of a modern, best-of-breed ERP to replace legacy systems over an 18-36 month horizon.

In this role, you will:

• Partner with the Executive Council to ensure systems, data, and reporting support business unit performance.
• Serve as the executive lead for the selection and end-to-end implementation of a modern, best-of-breed ERP, managing the lifecycle from discovery and BPR through go-live and stabilization.
• Lead enterprise technology transformation and operations. Build a PMO to guide the move from legacy ERP to a modern platform, managing budgets, timelines, risks, vendors, and organizational change. Improve and integrate core systems and workflows across field service, parts inventory, rental, finance, and mobile operations.
• Strengthen data, security, and IT leadership. Establish data and reporting standards, expand analytics and automation, and oversee cybersecurity, compliance, and business continuity. Develop the IT team and partner with business leaders to keep systems reliable and aligned with operational needs.

Compensation/Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, and several supplemental benefits)
• Generous PTO Plan
• Paid Holidays
• 401k with company match

Requirements:

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in enterprise IT or information systems.
• Proven success managing enterprise systems (ERP, financial systems, operational platforms).
• Deep expertise in IT operations, infrastructure, data governance, and cybersecurity.
• Experience improving business processes through system optimization and integration.
• Strong vendor management and IT financial management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field required. MBA preferred.
• Proven track record leading large-scale ERP implementations preferably in industrial, equipment rental, or distribution environments.
• Prefer demonstrated experience in BPR, particularly in environments with complex inventory management, field service, or distributed service operations.
• Specific experience navigating the transition from legacy, on-premises ERP environments to modern, cloud-native ERP solutions.

Hugg & Hall Equipment Company is a full-service equipment dealer headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas since 1956. With 17 locations across Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana and further servicing the surrounding states, we strive to equip our customers for success. Through our Sales, Rental, Parts, and Service departments, we offer cutting-edge equipment, world-class service, and an unsurpassed parts inventory. From job sites to warehouses, we provide our customers with all their construction, industrial, aerial, and material handling needs, helping them to minimize downtime and maximize productivity. As an employer of over 800, we are keen on building a team that is safe, productive, honest, dependable, and responsible. If you want to build a career with a company where you are valued and well-trained, join us at Hugg & Hall.

Hugg & Hall Equipment Company is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We place Safety First.

(Initial hire requires passing of pre-employment background check, drug test, and driving record[for driving roles])

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