VP, IT

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement IT strategies that support NOBULL’s business objectives and growth plans. Provide visionary leadership to the IT department, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Lead NOBULL’s digital transformation initiatives, including the implementation of new technologies, systems, and processes to enhance the customer experience, improve operational efficiency, and drive revenue growth.
• Oversee all aspects of IT operations, including applications, business intelligence, infrastructure, integrations, security, and support. Ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of IT systems to meet the business's needs.
• Oversee and scale existing business intelligence capabilities to support company growth objectives, including AI/ML.
• Build and manage a high-performing IT team. Provide mentorship, development opportunities, and performance feedback to ensure the team’s success and growth.
• Develop and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources. Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers. Negotiate contracts, monitor performance, and ensure the delivery of high-quality services and products.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. Implement robust cybersecurity measures to protect the company’s data and systems.
• Collaborate with other senior leaders to align IT initiatives with business goals. Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing updates on IT projects, performance, and strategy.
• Other duties as identified by senior leadership applicable to the role.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 15+ years of experience in IT, 10+ years in IT management, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role, preferably within the retail or consumer goods industry.
• Proven experience in leading digital transformation initiatives and implementing innovative IT solutions.
• Experience scaling data engineering and analytics capabilities in order to support the data science team
• Experience managing and scaling enterprise systems that support a growing global supply chain
• Experience in a NetSuite and Shopify environment a plus
• Strong understanding of IT applications, business intelligence, infrastructure, security, and support.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong strategic planning and project management skills.
• Hands on and willing to roll up their sleeves.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience managing IT budgets and vendor relationships.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and standards related to IT, e-commerce, and cybersecurity.