VP Information Technology

2 months ago

Old Toronto, Canada Accoravillage Full time
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We are currently seeking a VP, Information Technology who will seek inspiration from our roots, can commit to achieving results the right way and loves to think big to join us on our journey.

The VP, Information Technology is a pivotal leader supporting the backbone of the business operations at Roots. p>

The VP, IT will work closely with all functional areas and provide quality services to the organization through the provision of a stable, proven and reliable infrastructure and set of IT services that removes business obstacles . In addition, this role will lead, motivate and mentor strong established teams overseeing IT infrastructure, cybersecurity and business continuity, and application development.

As the ideal candidate, you should be passionate about Roots and eager to support the profitable growth of the iconic Canadian brand. You have experience and technical knowledge in leading a broad IT function within a small to medium-sized enterprise and have built a best-in-class function fitting for the size of the company. p>

Functional Oversight Areas:

  • Internal corporate and store IT i nfrastructure
  • Cybersecurity and business continuity
  • Data architecture and quality management
  • Back and front-end application development

The VP, Information Technology for Roots will be responsible for the following:

Assessment of Current State

  • Map and evaluate the current state of the Company’ s information technology landscape in comparison to best-in-class retailers of similar size and trajectory
  • Complete risk assessment of current information technology infrastructure from a business continuity perspective
  • Assess capabilities of the team and develop plan for building and mentoring a high-performing IT team , balancing team efficiency and scalability
  • Establish KPIs to measure and monitor efficacy of the IT function
  • Partnership with business functions to create best-in-class business practices through front-end (e.g., ERP) systems development
  • E stablish processes, policies and procedures to strengthen the efficiency and effectiveness of the IT infrastructure and team operations
  • Ongoing prioritization and resolution of key business continuity risks and IT obstacles for key functional areas

Long-term Strategic Planning & Evolution

  • Develop a 3-5 year IT strategic roadmap , considering current risk areas , industry trends, and business requirements to align with the Company’s long-term growth strategy
  • Partner with the Data Analytics function to m aintain the data warehouse to strengthen b usiness i ntelligence and p redictive a nalyti cs capabilities
  • Be a champion of change by advancing the Company forward through the adoption of new technologies and integration of AI/ML capabilities where appropriate

Leadership, People, and Talent Development

  • Lead a team of IT professionals, creating a culture and work ethic that will maximize efficiency and performance in the organization .
  • Complete performance and talent management initiatives to ensure strong performance culture and business continuity

Top candidates for the VP, Information Technology role will have the following:

Professional Experience & Qualifications

  • 8+ years in a leadership capacity overseeing a broad IT function , shaping organizational culture and managing change initiatives; experience within a retail environment is considered an asset
  • Exp erience working with a mix of on-prem and cloud-based systems and integration s
  • Demonstrated track record of leveraging the IT function to drive business change and establishing business processes
  • Experience with front and back-end application systems design and development , from business requirements analysis through to project execution and delivery, considered a strong asset
  • Demonstrated track record of successful IT project oversight, execution and delivery, acting as the key liaison between IT and other business functions
  • Strong understanding of the IT industry within a retail setting, with a perspective on best-in-class practices and a genuine interest in the evolution of the function through exploration of new technologies and AL/ML capabilities

Education Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science , Information Technology or equivalent .

Founded in 1973, Roots Canada is a publicly held Canadian lifestyle brand that sells apparel, leather bags, small leather goods, footwear and active athletic wear with over 100 retail stores in North America and Asia.

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