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Pop Promos

Business Systems Manager

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

... products distributors across the country. Founded in 2011 on the idea that custom merchandise ... We're now looking for a Business Systems Manager to own the tools, systems, and data that our sales ...

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Wilmington, DE · On-site

... distributed systems (MUST) • Spring, Spring Boot and Spring JPA • Spring boot Kafka integration exp JMS or Kafka rabit MQ Preferred : • If Wealth Management then HUGE Plus • Rest API (Okay to ...

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How much do distributed systems manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for distributed systems manager in Philadelphia, PA is $102,994.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,700.00 and $126,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a distributed systems manager?

A Distributed Systems Manager is an IT professional responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of distributed computing systems—networks of computers that work together to achieve a common goal. They coordinate teams, manage system architecture, ensure system reliability and scalability, and address any issues that may arise in distributed environments. Their role is crucial in organizations that rely on cloud computing, large-scale web services, or enterprise software requiring high availability and fault tolerance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a distributed systems manager?

To thrive as a Distributed Systems Manager, you need deep expertise in distributed computing, network architecture, and systems engineering, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), containerization tools (like Docker and Kubernetes), and monitoring systems is essential, along with certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and communication skills help you guide teams and coordinate complex projects effectively. These skills ensure the reliable operation, scalability, and security of distributed systems in dynamic technical environments.

How does a distributed systems manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system reliability and scalability?

As a Distributed Systems Manager, you will frequently collaborate with software engineers, DevOps specialists, and product managers to design, implement, and maintain scalable architectures. This role often involves leading incident response efforts, coordinating system upgrades, and facilitating regular meetings to align on technical priorities and business goals. Clear communication and proactive problem-solving are key, as you'll need to bridge the gap between technical challenges and business requirements to ensure high availability and reliability across distributed platforms.

Business Systems Manager

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Pop Promos
11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Description:

This is a hands-on role, not a delegate-and-track-it one. You'll set the direction for our systems, but you'll also be the one in the CRM fixing the configuration, in the spreadsheet building the report, and on the call troubleshooting the network issue yourself. If you'd rather architect a plan and hand off execution, this isn't that job.


How you'll work


This role's real center of gravity is cross-functional. Expect regular, close collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Client Success, and Finance leadership, plus daily contact with employees across the company who need systems support. You're as comfortable in a budget conversation with a department head as you are heads-down in a SQL query. The key systems you’ll work in are:

  • Sugar CRM and SugarAI
  • SQL databases and reporting tools
  • HubSpot
  • Google Workspace (G-Suite)
  • Plus Slack, Asana, Dropbox, and Bitdefender

What you'll do

  • Be the go-to owner for our CRM system: configure it yourself, keep it documented, and be the first call when something breaks.
  • Manage the software and vendor relationships that keep the business moving: licensing, renewals, and hands-on day-to-day administration for the tools our teams use.
  • Own our hardware lifecycle end to end, from setting up a new hire's laptop yourself to keeping our network and phone systems running smoothly.
  • Build and run a real IT support process so employees have a clear, simple way to get tech help, and be the one who actually resolves the ticket.
  • Lead and execute systems projects that improve how the company runs, from a cloud storage migration to rebuilding how we track and report on sales performance.
  • Partner with teams across the company, sales, marketing, client success, and finance, to keep our data clean and our reporting trustworthy, writing the queries and building the reports yourself.


Requirements:

What you bring

  • About 5 years of experience in business systems administration, CRM administration, IT operations, or business operations.
  • Hands-on experience administering a CRM platform, writing SQL queries, and managing SaaS vendor relationships.
  • A knack for being the person who can talk systems with IT and strategy with a department head, in the same afternoon.
  • A bias for doing the work yourself over delegating or ticketing it out, with a genuine interest in building good process and reporting along the way.
  • You're based in or near Philadelphia and are comfortable with a hybrid in-office schedule.

Location/Schedule


This role is hybrid, based out of our Philadelphia, PA office. We work 3 days in-office and 2 days remote, with flexibility being key.


Pop! Promos is a Philadelphia-based supplier of custom branded merchandise, sold through promotional products distributors across the country. Founded in 2011 on the idea that custom merchandise should be easy to get right ("Custom Made Simple" is still how we describe it today), we've been recognized as one of Philadelphia's fastest-growing companies and named to the Inc. 500 list. We're now looking for a Business Systems Manager to own the tools, systems, and data that our sales, marketing, and operations teams rely on every day.