Sr. Dir, Info Technology (Logistics/Supply Chain)

Overall Job Summary

This position is responsible for strategic direction, leadership, and oversight within the Information Technology organization across multiple technology and functional domains. This role will manage a team responsible for project delivery, ensuring systems stability and introduction of new system capabilities and technical vision to support Tractor Supply's growth strategy

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)

• Lead an IT team responsible for implementing and maintaining a portfolio of applications, processes and infrastructure that support the business or internal IT teams that depend on it.
• Responsible for delivering key projects and initiatives across multiple application and technology domains - ensure that projects are delivered on-time and on-budget.
• Develop and cultivate strong stakeholder relationships and maintain effective communication channels; assist executive IT Leaders in understanding and negotiating deliverables.
• Identify technology trends and make recommendations for technology platforms that will assist in supporting IT and company strategies and initiatives.
• Partner with other IT Leaders to maintain and ensure appropriate project management disciplines are in place and adhered to; prioritization is consistent across domains; systems and changes are properly tested; TSC systems are available, stable and secure at all times.
• Maintain a strong partnership and working relationship with all of our third party vendors; ensure we are getting the best possible resources and that they are on task and on schedule with projects and initiatives.
• Support the annual strategic planning process, acting as thought partner with Leaders in all areas of TSC, including IT, store operations, merchandising, marketing, e-commerce and finance.
• Accomplish financial objectives by forecasting requirements, preparing an annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective action.
• Maintain staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees; maintain a safe and secure work environment; develop professional growth opportunities

Required Qualifications

Experience: 12+ years of IT experience in the retail industry.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS or related field. Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.

Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities

• Experience in IT architecture practices, project lifecycle management, software development and operations/support. Strong knowledge of IT financial management.
• Experience with change management and root cause analysis techniques.
• Process improvement experience.
• Exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, including teamwork, facilitation and negotiation.
• Strong leadership and analytical skills. Proven track record of leading strategic change across technology environments.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Proven and demonstrable experience establishing and documenting standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with strong ability to influence both IT and business partners.
• Experience and comfort dealing with all levels of a matrixed organization and leading primarily through influence.
• Experience in a fast-paced technology environment, with a strong focus on business and financial results.   

Working Conditions

• Normal office working conditions

Physical Requirements

• Sitting
• Standing (not walking)
• Walking
• Kneeling/Stooping/Bending
• Driving a vehicle
• Reaching overhead
• Lifting up to 10 pounds

Disclaimer

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.

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