SVP - Information Technology

Valiram; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury goods retailer in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Senior Vice President of IT to drive their technology vision and oversee IT infrastructure. You will lead digital transformation initiatives and manage a diverse team, ensuring alignment with business objectives and fostering innovation. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, along with a proven track record in senior IT roles.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior IT leadership role.
• Expertise in IT strategy, digital transformation, and enterprise architecture.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IT operations, infrastructure, and services.
• Drive digital transformation and ensure the seamless integration of new technologies.
• Collaborate closely with the CIO to shape the company's IT strategy and roadmap.

Skills

IT strategy

Digital transformation

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Job description

ABOUT VALIRAM

Valiram was established in 1935 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, originally specializing in the textile trade. Today, Valiram is Southeast Asia’s leading luxury goods and 360° retail specialist with presence in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Australia, Thailand, Hong Kong, Macau, Vietnam and the Philippines.

Operating more than 500 stores, a number which continues to grow, the group represents in excess of 200 brands across various categories, from fashion and accessories, timepieces and jewelry, perfume and cosmetics to confectionery and dining concepts.

Learn more about us at www.valiram.com

Valiram Brands:

• Beauty (Victoria’s Secret, Bath & Body Works, Rituals, Molton Brown)
• Fashion (Michael Kors, Steve Madden, Tory Burch, Chloe, MLB Korea, Giuseppe Zanotti, Charles & Keith, Pedro etc)
• Accessories (Swarovski, Mont Blanc)
• Travel Retail (Hermes, Bvlgari, The Flying Emporium, Coach, Polo Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, Beaute Love, Ion Gizmos, Candy Party, Wear + When, Tumi)
• F&B (Bacha Coffee, Quivo, Godiva, TWG Tea, Laderach, Candy Party)
• Watches (Swiss Watch Gallery, Tudor, Rolex, Cartier, Tissot, Zenith, Bell & Ross, Breitling, Blancpain, Omega)

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Vice President of IT to join our leadership team. Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the SVP of IT will play a pivotal role in driving the company’s technology vision, overseeing the IT infrastructure, and leading digital transformation initiatives. This leader will manage a diverse team, ensuring the alignment of technology strategies with business objectives, fostering innovation, and enhancing operational efficiency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage IT operations, infrastructure, and services.
• Drive digital transformation and ensure the seamless integration of new technologies.
• Collaborate closely with the CIO to shape the company’s IT strategy and roadmap.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the IT department.
• Ensure the security, scalability, and efficiency of all technology systems.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to senior IT teams, ensuring high performance and development.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience in a senior IT leadership role.
• Expertise in IT strategy, digital transformation, and enterprise architecture.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage and inspire diverse teams across multiple technology domains.
• If you are a visionary IT leader looking for a dynamic opportunity to drive strategic impact, we'd love to hear from you.