Jobot - Frisco, TX
posted 4 months ago
The Vice President Director of IT & Digital Marketing will play a pivotal role in shaping the technological landscape of our organization, which has been a leader in the retail design and manufacturing space for nearly 30 years. This position requires a strong understanding of the retail manufacturing industry or a similar field, as the successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and investors to drive technology initiatives that align with the company's strategic objectives. The role involves managing the IT budget to ensure efficient allocation of resources while meeting financial targets, as well as designing, implementing, and maintaining the organization's IT infrastructure to guarantee reliability, security, and scalability. In this capacity, the Vice President will be responsible for implementing new and innovative technologies and systems that support business growth and operational success. This includes developing and executing the IT and digital transformation strategy, identifying opportunities for enhancing business processes, and improving customer experiences through technology. The role also entails leading, mentoring, and managing a team of IT professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. The Vice President will cultivate relationships with technology vendors and service providers to ensure cost-effective and high-quality service delivery. Additionally, the position requires overseeing the development office offshore, focusing on data architecture and the development of a data warehouse, while ensuring effective communication and collaboration between the development office and other business units. The role includes quarterly travel to the offshore site to oversee development projects and ensure alignment with business goals. Furthermore, the Vice President will be involved in the development of custom applications and software solutions that support business operations and customer needs. Implementing DevOps practices to streamline the software development lifecycle, enhancing collaboration, and increasing deployment efficiency are also key responsibilities. The role will oversee data analytics initiatives to derive actionable insights, improve decision-making, and enhance customer experiences, as well as lead the integration of AI technologies to optimize operational processes and enhance product capabilities.