Jason Burns
Clover,SC
Summary
Strategic Information Technology Director skilled in guiding navigation of modern technology. Accustomed to driving efficiency and effectiveness by developing, delivering and supporting strategic plans. Demonstrated skill in translating technical requirements to business solutions. Successful 15-year record of building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, IT Business Analysis
Connection, Inc.
12.2022 - Current
- Championed process improvement initiatives that resulted in significant cost savings for company via implementation of Pega business process management platform.
- Lead implementation of CRM pipeline application supporting Connection's 3 sales divisions and technical solutions division.
- Lead implementation of Connection's first Generative AI application, resulting in highly automated order processing improvements.
- Established culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership to guide IT strategy.
- Recognized as Connection's 2023 IT MVP and Connection's Technology Solutions Team "Alliance All Star"
Sr. IT Manager
Contec
01.2016 - 12.2022
- Lead 5 teams responsible for: business process improvement, ERP, warehouse management software, network infrastructure, telecommunications, and invoicing systems
- As a member of Contec's executive leadership team, oversaw technology budget planning and allocation to optimize resource utilization while meeting organizational objectives..
- Developed IT solutions to address specific business needs, driving operational improvements and cost savings.
- Collaborated with other departments to help meet IT needs and properly integrate and secure systems.
- Managed vendor relationships for hardware, software, and services procurement, ensuring quality products at competitive prices.
- Developed and implemented measures and procedures to protect IT systems from cyber threats and data breaches.
- Coordinated IT operations activities to deliver smooth flow of daily business needs.
Software Developer/Technical Lead
Industrial Distribution Group (now Vallen)
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Collaborated on stages of systems development lifecycle from requirement gathering to production releases.
- Led version control efforts for organization, employing public, and open source repositories.
- Enhanced user experience through designing and implementing user-friendly interfaces.
- .Achieved faster development cycles using Agile methodologies, including Scrum or Kanban processes.
- .Mentored junior developers to improve their technical skills, fostering a culture of continuous learning within team.
Lead Web Developer
Blue Book Publishers, Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Project manager for 10 web and 9 mobile directory sites
- Developed applications, managed databases, and designed user interfaces for all company sites
- Directed Search Engine Optimization efforts and iOS app development.
- Developed responsive web designs that ensured consistent user experience across various devices and platforms.
Education
BA -
New York University
New York, NY05.2001
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and written communication
- People and IT Operations Management
- IT Organizational Development
- IT Budget Management
- Program Management
- Contract and Vendor Management
- Information Technology Management
- Software Development
- Enterprise Architecture
- IT Strategy Alignment
Timeline
Director, IT Business Analysis
Connection, Inc.
12.2022 - Current
Sr. IT Manager
Contec
01.2016 - 12.2022
Software Developer/Technical Lead
Industrial Distribution Group (now Vallen)
01.2013 - 01.2016
Lead Web Developer
Blue Book Publishers, Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2013
BA -
New York University
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