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ACD Distribution

Toy and hobby game distributor

IT Manager

Full-Time
No salary listed
Senior
Middleton, WI, USA
In Person
IT OperationsSystem Administration

About the job

Requirements
  • A minimum of five years in an information technology leadership role.
  • A minimum of three years supporting an enterprise resource planning system, preferably Sage X3.
  • Experience administering server hardware and management software, RAID and network-attached storage systems.
  • Experience administering Windows Server 2012 R2 through 2016, including Hyper-V, Active Directory, and Group Policy.
  • Experience administering Microsoft SQL Server 2012 or higher, including T-SQL queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning.
  • Experience administering Microsoft Exchange 365 Hybrid.
  • Experience administering Microsoft Office 2016 or higher.
  • Experience administering Cisco routers, virtual private networks, and managed switches.
  • Experience administering Mitel or another voice over Internet Protocol system.
Responsibilities
  • Administer, maintain, and support the Windows server infrastructure.
  • Administer, maintain, and support the Sage X3 enterprise resource planning system and related integration, automation, and reporting systems.
  • Administer, maintain, and support ACD's Magento-based e-commerce site and its Sage X3 integration.
  • Administer, maintain, and support Windows desktops, including Microsoft Office 365.
  • Administer, maintain, and support the hybrid Exchange and Microsoft 365 email system.
  • Administer, maintain, and support the Mitel voice over Internet Protocol system.
  • Maintain support contracts, internet domain renewals, and system licenses.
  • Provide guidance and conduct research on directed projects.
  • Attend meetings and work with other departments to move projects forward.
  • Manage and support the work of one Support Specialist.
Desired Qualifications
  • Some development experience in ASP.NET and VB.NET is a plus.
  • Experience with electronic data interchange is a plus.

About the company

ACD Distribution moves toys and hobby games from publishers to retailers around the world. It works with more than 350 publishers to offer a broad mix of items, from classics to the latest releases, serving both national and international customers. The company’s product is essentially the logistics and sourcing service that connects publishers with retailers, handling procurement, warehousing, and distribution to ensure products reach stores and customers efficiently. What sets ACD Distribution apart is its long-standing track record (since 1993), large and diverse publisher network, broad catalog, and emphasis on strong partnerships and customer service—described as “Simply the Best.” Its goal is to be a reliable, scalable partner for retailers and publishers by providing broad selection, dependable service, and responsive support.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Middleton, Wisconsin

Founded

1993

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What believers are saying

  • ACD posted new publishers Boardova Games and McMiLLER on September 14, 2026.
  • ACD's September 2026 catalog includes Yu-Gi-Oh! and Warhammer 40,000 releases.
  • ACD's 2026 product cadence shows active retailer demand and shelf-fill momentum.

What critics are saying

  • Flat River's hobby retreat signals ACD's pipeline depends on rivals' distress.
  • Spirit Island left Flat River after 2026 layoffs, exposing partner instability.
  • Mass-retail giants can undercut ACD's hobby margin; one failed integration hurts credibility.

What makes ACD Distribution unique

  • ACD Distribution added Luma Imports in July 2025, expanding hobby-game reach.
  • ACD bought Synapses Games from Flat River Group in July 2025.
  • ACD now pairs distribution with publishing, marketing, and e-commerce support.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Discount

Company News

BoardGameGeek
Jul 7th, 2025
Luma Imports Acquires Synapses Games

Luma Imports has taken over operations previously managed by Flat River Group. Additionally, ACD Distribution has acquired the Canadian publisher Synapses Games from Flat River Group.

Adventure Media & Events
Feb 19th, 2025
ACD Distribution Brings CookieRun TCG to U.S. Game Stores

ACD Distribution was recently named Distributor of the Year in The Toy Book's inaugural Pulse of Play Awards.