Supervisor, Network Services

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

We are looking for a  Supervisor, Network Services who will join our  team.

 The Supervisor, Network Services, is a key position responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the organization's network services. This role involves providing leadership to the network services team, ensuring operational efficiency, and collaborating with other teams to maintain a secure and reliable network infrastructure.    

In this role you will:

- Supervise and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the network services, ensuring high availability, reliability, and performance.
- Develop short- and long-term strategies for network growth and improvement
- Create and manage network-related budgets and forecasts

- Identify opportunities to reduce costs and increase efficiency 

- Provide leadership to the network services team, including task assignment, training, and performance management.
- Manage projects, tasks, and monitor progress/performance to ensure the team meets objectives and deadlines
- Set the standard for accountability by engaging in the on-call rotation as a hands-on leader 

- Collaborate with technical teams to support the design, implementation, and maintenance of the organization's network infrastructure.
- Work cross-functionally with other IT teams, business units, and leadership
- Serve as the point of contact for all network-related matters
- Communicate technical issues and plans clearly to non-technical stakeholders"

- Promote and enforce network security measures, policies, and procedures to safeguard the organization's data and infrastructure. 

- Evaluate, select, and manage relationships with third-party vendors and service providers
- Oversee procurement of networking hardware, software, and support services 

What you'll need to be successful:

-Bachelor's Degree,  Information Technology, Network Engineering,  

- 4 - 7 Years of experience prefered  

- The ideal candidate for the role of Network Services Supervisor should possess a combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, industry knowledge, and a commitment to continuous improvement to effectively manage and optimize network services within an organization.

Required qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field.
- 4+ years of experience in network engineering/administration, with at least 2–3 years in a team leadership role
- Experience with enterprise-grade network equipment (Cisco, Meraki, Arista, Fortinet)
- Proven leadership experience, including mentoring and team development.
- Solid project management and organizational capabilities
- Excellent communication and presentation skills; capable of conveying technical concepts to non-technical audiences. 
- Strong financial acumen     

Preferred Certifications & Skills:
- Relevant certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent
- Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools (SolarWinds, PRTG)
- Experience leading large-scale network projects and managing cross-functional teams.
- Background in both enterprise IT and operational technology (OT) environments. 
- Experience with Cloud networking (AWS, GCP)                                       
 
                                                                                
                                                                              
                                                                              
                                                                            
                                        
                                        
                                        
                                        
                                                                               
                                        

Here at ScottsMiracle-Gro, we believe providing an enriching and engaging employee experience is what sets us apart from other organizations. We recognize our employees are so much more than just their job title so we offer programs and benefits that support them in all aspects of their lives. Wondering how we do it? Below is a glimpse of our highlight reel…

• Our Live Total Health program provides you with options to align to your personal needs.  Selections range from medical, dental and vision coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable 401K match (up to 7.5%) as well as a 15% discount on company stock and much more

• We know our talent is our most precious asset and your unique development contributes to our organization’s success now and in the future.  Career growth at our company is not always a ladder.  It’s much more like a rock climbing adventure.  Grow through exploration and experiences rather than a predictable linear path.

• We value the importance of family. We provide access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 to accommodate for adoption, fertility and surrogacy.

• Be part of something bigger by joining one of our Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity and inclusion, family, education and sustainability: Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employees’ Network, Scotts Veterans Network, Scotts Young Professionals, Scotts Pride Network (GroPride), Scotts Associates for a Greener Earth (SAGE), Scotts Family TREE and our Associate Boards.

• Join a company with a strong belief in giving back to the communities where we live and work.  We have a shared passion for service and volunteerism and believe participating in community service benefits our communities and strengthens our team. 

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Notification to Agencies:

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.