SVP, IT INFRASTRUCTURE & OPERATIONS

The successful candidate for the

• SVP IT Infrastructure & Operations
• position will be an accomplished Technology executive with extensive experience and proven credentials as a top executive within a large organization. He / she / they must have extensive experience leading high-performance teams to optimize global technology, and business and financial transformations, as well as have expertise in developing and executing business strategies, and implementing path-breaking initiatives.This candidate will be responsible for driving a best-in-class internal and external customer experience by building a team capable of delivering the companys strategic, financial, and operational goals in a fast-paced environment.
• Duties and Responsibilities :

Reporting to the CIO and EVP of Information Technology, the SVP will lead an organization that fosters a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, innovation, and productivity. He / she / they will be asked to create a culture and an organization that collaborates with key business partners to ensure that we can deliver best-in-class systems that meet the business needs, aid the business in defining their technology road map, and provide a high level of systems stability. The SVP will have responsibility for all infrastructure and technology engineering & operations. The SVP must be business-focused and viewed as a valuable partner to the leadership team.

• Creating a strategy to increase the efficiency and productivity of the Companys IT organization, supporting applications and systems that deliver products meeting business needs on the first attempt.
• Developing and overseeing strategies to maximize technology use for productivity and output improvement.
• Ensuring associates use the Companys technology efficiently and profitably.
• Developing and implementing data protection and quality assurance processes.
• Creating, monitoring, and assessing IT budgets.
• Communicating technology strategies to stakeholders and employees.
• Driving the design of new IT infrastructure, communication systems, and software.
• Researching and staying aware of emerging and fading technology trends and platforms, incorporating this knowledge into the organizations technological approach.
• Developing strong partnerships with business partners for best-in-class infrastructure systems, keeping ahead of competition.
• Creating a long-term strategic vision to support continued organizational growth.
• Ensuring IT business alignment with broader organizational strategy and earning respect and trust for delivery capability.
• Leading and developing a best-in-class team through coaching, recognition, best practice sharing, and mentorship.
• Leveraging succession planning throughout the organization to improve talent depth and consistency.
• Working closely with executive leadership teams for more efficient and effective business initiatives.
• Partnering with key stakeholders to understand short and long-term opportunities for improving the impact and effectiveness of the Technology organization.
• Driving operational excellence across the company for continuous improvement in system reliability, quality, and cost.
• Assessing current operations to ensure existing technology is leveraged and identifying opportunities to enhance innovation and support future needs.
• Digital Transformation : Leading initiatives to modernize digital infrastructure, improve customer experiences through technology, and drive digital innovation across the organization.
• Cloud Strategy and Management : Developing and executing a cloud strategy that optimizes cloud resources, enhances scalability, and supports business objectives.
• Vendor Management : Managing relationships with technology vendors, evaluating partnerships, and negotiating contracts to ensure the organization has access to cutting-edge technologies and services.
• Regulatory Compliance : Ensuring technology operations comply with relevant regulations and standards, particularly in industries with strict regulatory requirements such as healthcare or finance.
• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity : Developing and implementing plans for IT disaster recovery and business continuity to minimize downtime and mitigate risks.
• Emerging Technologies : Staying abreast of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, and IoT, and assessing their potential impact on the organization's operations and strategy.
• Education and Qualifications :
• Education :
• Bachelors degree, MBA a plus
• Experience
• 10 years of successful technology management experience in a high-volume retail organization, 5 years in senior technology management role with full resource and P&L responsibility.
• Skills and Abilities :
• Leadership Skills and Executive Presence : Possesses strong leadership skills and executive presence to drive best-in-class results, inspire teams, and influence stakeholders effectively.
• Strategic Business Partner : Acts as a strategic business partner, understanding key business drivers, and aligning technology solutions to drive business objectives and growth.
• Anticipates Future Opportunities : Anticipates future business opportunities, stays abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, and develops strategies to capitalize on them.
• Adaptable to Changing Trends : Responds to changing trends and new technologies, leveraging them to create new market opportunities and stay competitive.
• Results-Oriented : Demonstrates a results-oriented approach with a track record of achieving stretch goals, meeting aggressive timelines, and delivering outstanding performance.
• Inspirational Leadership : Provides inspirational leadership to a large and diverse organization, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Continuous Learning : Constantly learns externally, stays updated on industry best practices, and incorporates new knowledge into winning strategies and execution excellence.
• If you

are excited to deliver great values to customers every day;

take a sense of pride and ownership in helping drive positive results for a team;

are committed to treating colleagues and customers with respect;

believe in the power of diversity and inclusion;

want to participate in initiatives that positively impact the world around you;

Come join our team. Youre going to like it here!

You will enjoy a competitive wage and comprehensive benefit package including a generous paid time off plan, a company matched 401(k) and an associate discount. We are a rapidly growing brand, and provide a variety of professional development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. We work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

• Posting Number
• 2024-225666_
• Location
• US-NJ-Edgewater Park_
• Address_
• 4287 Route 130 S_
• Zip Code_
• 08010_
• Workplace Type
• Hybrid_
• Position Type
• Regular Full-Time_
• Career Site Category
• Corporate_
• Position Category
• Information Technology_
• Evergreen
• Yes_