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Job description
Dir Retail Store Applications Development
Full-time
Work for one of the world's most recognizable brand name Fashion Icons! BlueStone has been retained by a major fashion Retailor in their National search for a key Senior Executive to add to their Technology Store Systems Group. This Forward thinking Global Oganization is searching for a Director of Retail Stores Application Development to lead the execution of store application development and collaborate with brand partners on strategic direction and provide leadership and focus on anticipating and planning emerging technologies. This position will have direct oversight of the stores application development teams focusing on support and delivery of best-in‑class store technology solutions. This role will need strong leadership, team building, process improvement, customer interaction and communication skills.
Position Overview
The Director of Retail Stores Application Development is responsible for leading the execution of store application development and collaborating with brand partners on strategic direction. This position will have direct oversight of the stores application development teams focusing on support and delivery of best-in‑class store technology solutions. This role will need strong leadership, team building, process improvement, customer interaction and communication skills.
Key activities of this role include:
Responsible for ensuring application stability of all stores systems inclusive of: (Note: List is not all encompassing): Point of Sale; Credit; Workforce Management; Reporting
Responsible for ensuring the successful planning, execution and delivery of all store application development projects
Collaboration with brand partners to set strategic direction for Stores related technology and effectively support the delivery of key initiatives
Anticipate issues and identify trends
Effective Communication with all stakeholder groups throughout issue and project lifecycles
Help shape and drive a culture that promotes quality, speed, innovation and appropriate risk taking
Focus on building a high performing team through team building, feedback, and recognition
Stays current with retail store industry trends from a customer and technology perspective
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or equivalent experience
8-10 years of experience in Retail Store Information Technology
Demonstrated experience in leading, motivating and developing a high performing team
Knowledge of store systems technology, applications as well as specialty retail concepts and processes required o Oracle Point of Sale experience, preferred
o Infor Workforce Management experience (formerly Workbrain), preferred
strong influencing and negotiation skills
Demonstrated experience in partnering with vendors and relationships that have onshore and offshore offerings
The role is Chicago based and offers excellent compensation and benefits. Work with blueStone, as a result of our rapid growth we are always seeking experienced IT Professionals at all experience levels.
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Worksite address
columbus, OH, 43224, US
Who can apply
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