Job Description

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

- An Exciting Retail Lifestyle Business (Footwear, Apparel & Accessories) is being setup by renowned Industry stalwarts. This new business will operate within India & International markets through Retail COCO, FOFO and Online formats.

- They are looking for an experienced CTO, with mandatory experience at implementing an ERP in the retail industry, with in-depth knowledge of web systems architecture, design and development and hands-on complex project management experience. Essentially an IT professional responsible for all Retail technology systems, processes, software design and development.

- Ideally, the need would be for an Entrepreneurial Business Partner, who will take full ownership of technology - would prefer an Investor-cum-shareholder / Co-owner in the company.

QUALIFICATIONS :

- Masters in Technology / Computer Science or similar relevant field with about 15 years of work experience.

- BEST FIT would be someone who is looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to be an entrepreneur. Ambitious, multitasking, go-getter and able to thrive in the fast-paced retail environment. A Self-starter with high energy levels. Team player, Good communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.

- The CTO will be the first technology go-to expert and play an integral role in setting the company's strategic direction, development, future growth and manage all information technology resources of the company.

The CTO (Chief Technology Officer) will :

- Lead the strategy for technology platforms, partnerships and external relationships.

- Represent the technological agenda in staff meetings and making hiring decisions.

- Provide leadership to department heads in a fashion that supports the company's culture, mission and values.

- Identify, compare, select and implement technology solutions to meet current and future needs.

- Develop, track and control the development of annual operating and capital budgets for purchasing, staffing and operations.

- Manage and optimize infrastructure assets to satisfy internal financial targets.

- Create overall technology standards and practices and ensure adherence.

- Consolidate our technology platforms and create plans for each.

- Track, analyze and monitor technology performance metrics.

- Oversee all system design and changes in system architecture.

- Keep abreast of new trends and best practices in the retail technology landscape.

- Take the initiative in thought leadership, innovation and creativity.

- Work closely and in a consultative fashion with Marketing, Business Development and Operations to define and deliver new products and enhancements and as advisor of technologies that may improve their efficiency and effectiveness.

- Implement and manage the organization's ERP for retail management - integrating all stakeholders in the distribution and sales process