Director IT Supply Chain Strategic Projects

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The Director of IT Supply Chain Strategic Projects leads the strategic planning and execution of enterprise IT initiatives that support and enhance retail supply chain operations. This role partners closely with senior leadership to align technology solutions with business goals, driving operational efficiency and innovation. The Director oversees cross-functional teams, manages large-scale capital projects, and ensures successful implementation of enterprise systems. With deep expertise in retail systems and supply chain technologies, the Director plays a key role in shaping the future of IT strategy, fostering team development, and delivering measurable business value.

Job Description:

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a similar field of study 

 

Work Experience 

• 12+ years of progressive experience in the retail supply chain industry, with a strong track record of delivering enterprise IT solutions that drive operational efficiency and business value. 

• 3+ years in a Director-level role, leading cross-functional teams including IT Managers, Business Architects, Systems Analysts, and Software Development professionals. 

• Proven ability to develop and communicate strategic vision, build ROI-driven business cases, secure executive buy-in, and deliver business-centric technology roadmaps supporting merchandising and store systems. 

• Demonstrated excellence in people leadership, with a focus on coaching, mentoring, and motivating teams to achieve high performance and continuous improvement. 

• Extensive experience managing large-scale capital projects, including budgeting, planning, execution, and successful implementation of enterprise systems. 

• Strong expertise in portfolio and program management, ensuring alignment of IT initiatives with organizational goals and delivering measurable outcomes. 

 

Skills 

• Proven experience in IT strategy development, portfolio and program management, and implementation of enterprise systems across material handling, logistics, supply chain, and warehouse management domains. 

• Deep understanding of retail operations with expert-level knowledge of retail systems, processes, and technologies. 

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data tools to evaluate performance metrics, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement. 

• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; adept at engaging stakeholders across all organizational levels and fostering cross-functional collaboration. 

• Highly organized and self-motivated, capable of managing multiple high-impact projects in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. 

• Thrives under pressure, adapts quickly to change, and maintains focus and composure in dynamic settings. 

• Demonstrates precision and thoroughness in execution, ensuring quality outcomes in high-volume environments. 

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with key enterprise tools and platforms used in retail and supply chain operations. 

 

Responsibilities 

• Define and drive the strategic direction of IT systems in collaboration with the VP of Solutions Delivery and business leaders, aligning technology initiatives with retail supply chain objectives.