Chief Information Officer; Distribution, Logistics Digital Transformation

Chief Information Officer (Distribution, Logistics, & Digital Transformation), 1930 Ventures/Benco Dental

The Opportunity

The CIO will set and execute a multi-year technology vision for a nationwide distribution and e-commerce business, reporting to the Managing Director as a full member of the Executive Team. The right person will modernize legacy systems, fix real compliance and operational gaps, build a data-driven culture, and lead the company's AI transformation.

What we're looking for in an industry leading CIO candidate:

• Accomplished leader with a proven record driving innovation in technology-forward distribution, logistics and/or manufacturing organizations.
• Visionary strategist who leads Benco's successful future technology initiatives.
• Thought leader who translates complex strategic technology concepts into actionable business language.
• Change agent comfortable driving large-scale transformation while balancing risk.
• Servant leader who builds trust, encourages professional growth, and embraces diversity.
• Customer-centric mindset that starts with end-user needs and works backward.
• Skilled negotiator and influencer across vendors, peers, and executive stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Technology Strategy – Develop and champion a multi-year technology roadmap that supports corporate growth objectives and presents clear ROI for each major initiative.
• Systems Modernization – Lead the phased replacement or re-engineering of legacy ERP and ancillary platforms with modern, cloud-oriented solutions while maintaining business continuity.
• Digital Commerce & Customer Experience – Partner with sales, marketing, and operations to expand digital channels, improve self-service capabilities, and enable data-driven personalization.
• Technology Strategy & Roadmap – Build and own a multi-year technology roadmap tied to clear business outcomes, accountabilities and ROI.
• Data, Analytics & AI – Establish a robust data architecture and analytics program that supports advanced forecasting, pricing optimization, and operational insights. Create a strategy that puts Benco at the forefront of AI in the dental distribution field.
• Cybersecurity & Compliance – Own the enterprise security posture, ensuring adherence to all relevant regulatory frameworks (e.g., HIPAA, PCI-DSS) and implementing a zero-trust approach.
• IT Operations – Deliver reliable, cost-effective infrastructure and service management processes, achieving high systems uptime and strong internal customer satisfaction.
• Innovation & Emerging Technologies – Provide the vision for evaluating and piloting emerging technologies (e.g., GenAI, mobile AR, blockchain for supply-chain traceability) that can be scaled for competitive advantage.
• Vendor & Budget Management – Negotiate and manage strategic vendor relationships, drive total-cost-of-ownership reductions, and maintain fiscal discipline.
• Leadership & Culture – Build and mentor a high-performing, diverse IT team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer focus.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive IT leadership, including at least 5 years as VP, CIO, CTO, or equivalent technology executive. Hands-on background in distribution, logistics, or manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated, personal experience building with AI.
• Proven delivery of complex ERP migrations or cloud transformation programs in a live business environment.
• Deep knowledge of cloud platforms, API ecosystems, data architecture, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern software development.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and related healthcare-adjacent regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with FDA UDI or pharmaceutical chain-of-custody compliance requirements preferred.
• Ability to live within reasonable commuting distance of Pittston, PA, or willingness to relocate.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. An advanced degree (MBA or MS) is a plus.
• Ability to travel to company or vendor events, co-travel nationally with Benco sales representatives, etc.

Critical Competencies

• Project Management Instinct. Moves fast, owns a plan and holds self and team accountable to…