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Location: Oak Park Heights, MN Date: 06-Jun-2025 Company: Andersen Corporation Posting City: Oak Park Heights, MN Ref #: 8247 Job Category: Information Technology Posting City: Oak Park Heights State: MNDescription & Requirements
ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:
At Andersen, we pride ourselves on our core values of Humility, Ownership, Meaningful connection, and Expertise - HOME. Headquartered in Bayport, Minnesota, Andersen Corporation is the largest window and door manufacturer in North America. We’re focused on bringing more light into people’s lives by helping them create healthier, happier spaces to build memories and do what they love. This applies to our team, too.In 2024, we were recognized as one of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women and Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America. Earning the 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award, Andersen is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference at Andersen.
SUMMARY
We are seeking a seasoned IT leader to manage our Enterprise Desktop Engineering and Device Procurement functions. This role is responsible for overseeing the lifecycle of end-user computing devices, ensuring seamless integration with enterprise systems, and managing vendor relationships for hardware and software procurement. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in IT management, technical expertise in Microsoft technologies, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a dynamic enterprise environment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead & develop the IT Desktop Engineering team in designing, deploying, and maintaining Microsoft Windows environments.
- In this role, you will coach, mentor, and enhance the skills and capabilities of team members to build a cohesive and collaborative unit. You will provide continuous feedback to direct reports, ensuring their ongoing development.
- Manage enterprise-wide device procurement strategies, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and lifecycle management.
- Oversee configuration and deployment using Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM).
- Ensure compatibility and performance of end-user compute hardware platforms.
- Collaborate with security and infrastructure teams to create and enforce compliance and security standards.
- Develop and maintain documentation, SOPs, and asset management processes.
- Manage large-scale contracts and relationships with third-party vendors and service providers.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management for team members.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders across departments to align IT services with business needs.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Minimum 5 years of experience in IT management, preferably in a large enterprise environment.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Experience with Microsoft Azure, Intune, and MECM
- Deep knowledge of Windows 10/11 operating systems and enterprise deployment strategies.
- Experience with Dell and Microsoft hardware platforms
- Demonstrated success in managing vendor contracts and procurement processes.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience managing Active Directory policies.
- Extensive knowledge of PC operating systems and registry management.
- Comprehensive understanding of PC hardware, software, operating systems, directory services, printing, and applications required.
- Experience in hardware and software design, installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting
- Experience with Anti-virus management consoles and troubleshooting
- 24 x 7 x 365 support requirements. Available to work after hours and weekends, as required.
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate
- ITIL Foundation or equivalent
COMPENSATION
Pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation package for your preferred role during the hiring process. Successful candidates in this role are expected to earn $108,941 to $168,859 per year.
CULTURE AND BENEFITS:
“Be Orange. Be You” is how we express our belief that by embracing our differences and empowering you, we’ll be a stronger team able to accomplish what otherwise wouldn’t be possible. This Orange spirit has helped us become the #1 innovative window and door brand and the one homeowners love the most. It’s also why we’re committed to supporting you to approach each day with a bright outlook.Benefits include, and are not limited to:• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching• Profit Sharing• Medical, dental, prescription, vision coverage• Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare expenses• Life Insurance• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities
PROFIT SHARING: In 2025 Andersen has set a profit sharing target of $3,500 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.
VISA SPONSORSHIP: At this time, we are not sponsoring candidates for work authorization in this position. Should you independently secure work authorization, please consider applying to this position.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Andersen Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, participate in a job interview, or engage in any part of the hiring process, please contact [email protected].
We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experience will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today. Posting City: Oak Park Heights, MN
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