Job Description
Company Description We are looking for a full-time Director of Technology to be based in NYC Metropolitan area.
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We design, manufacture, import, and distribute women’s dresses and sportswear in both the wholesale and retail sectors. We manage digital and drop ship businesses.
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Under the supervision of the President and Director of Operations, the Director of Technology should provide a dynamic, collaborative, independent and forward-thinking vision. He or she must lead and manage our technology systems and services to support our mid-size apparel firm.
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The overarching responsibilities include the planning, development, implementation, management and maintenance of all applications, infrastructure, security, networks, and technology training. The candidate should have a strong working knowledge of EDI
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Role Description The Director of Technology is a full-time, on-site role based in the New York City Metropolitan Area. This role oversees the planning, implementation, and maintenance of the organization’s technology infrastructure, applications, and security posture. Day-to-day responsibilities include:
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- Oversee and drive technology strategy
- Implement company-wide technology policy
- Identify technology needs and make recommendations to leadership team that ensure optimal employee and client experience
- Oversee selection, implementation and integration of all technology efficiently
- Be very “hands-on” with our systems and understand the business processes in our sector
- Select and manage vendors to support network, ERP, PLM, Database, Phone, and other related technologies
- Select and manage vendors for development of custom applications
- Propose and oversee technology-related budget line items
- Ensure all employees are appropriately trained on our technology and platforms
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leading IT teams, managing technology projects and programs, and ensuring systems are stable, secure, and scalable.
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Qualifications
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- Project management experience
- Experienced with EDI and related technologies
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Strong foundation in Information Technology, including infrastructure, applications, security, and cloud or hybrid environments.
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- Effective Team Leadership skills, including coaching, performance management, and building high-performing, inclusive IT teams.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
- Experience overseeing software/app development on multiple platforms
- Ability to identify projects and develop solutions with minimal supervision
- Fluency with current technology in the Apparel and Consumer Products industry
- Experience with and interest in integrating AI technolgies
- 4 to 6 years’ experience at the Senior Manager or Director level
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field; relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, ITIL, CISSP) are beneficial.
- Background in leading technology functions within small to mid-size organizations, preferably in the NYC or broader US market.
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