Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience).
- 7 years of experience in technology leadership.
- 5 years of managerial experience leading technical teams.
- Proven success in e-commerce technology strategy and digital transformation , supporting at least $50M in revenue.
- Strong knowledge of e-commerce platforms, cloud technologies, APIs, security standards, data analytics, middleware, and IT budgeting.
- Must be available for on-call support as needed.
Summary
The Director of Technology oversees the development, optimization, and implementation of e-commerce technology solutions to support business growth. This role leads a team of engineers and developers to ensure scalable, efficient, and secure systems that enhance the customer experience and drive operational excellence . The primary technologies include Azure, Google Suite, NetSuite, Salesforce, and Shopify across Mac and Windows environments.
This position is onsite in Waco, Texas , reporting to the Vice President of Technology and Supply Chain , with supervisory responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Align technology strategy with business objectives, collaborating with leadership.
- Develop and execute a multi-year roadmap for e-commerce technology.
- Oversee system architecture, design, and implementation to ensure performance and scalability.
- Optimize e-commerce platforms and associated technologies to enhance customer experience and efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with security standards (e.g., PCI-DSS, GDPR) and develop business continuity protocols.
- Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation.
- Utilize KPIs, analytics, and performance metrics for data-driven decision-making.
- Manage vendor relationships and procure cost-effective technology solutions.
- Implement best practices in project management, including Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Competencies
- Leadership & Team Development — Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing technology team.
- Strategic Thinking — Manage budgets, resource allocation, and technology investments effectively.
- Technical Expertise — Deep knowledge of e-commerce platforms, cloud infrastructure, and APIs.
- Communication — Foster collaboration across teams and leadership.
- Customer Focus — Drive a guest-centric digital experience through strategic technology initiatives.
- Problem Solving & Decision Making — Develop scalable, data-driven solutions to business challenges.