IT Manager - I

Ross Stores, Inc.; Dublin (CA); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 222,000; Full time

Job summary

Ross Stores, Inc. is seeking an IT Manager I to lead cross‑functional teams and deliver large enterprise mobility projects across multiple workstreams.

You will manage full lifecycle projects and collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technology solutions that support business growth. The role emphasizes hands‑on leadership, SDLC governance, and partner collaboration to maintain performance and security in a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in retail IT or IT management consulting.
• Technical orientation with strong PM discipline.
• Experience leading technical application projects and delivering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross‑functional IT teams and deliver large‑scale initiatives.
• Oversee full project lifecycle from requirements to implementation.
• Partner with stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable tech solutions.
• Ensure service stability and governance across multiple streams.
• Mentor IT staff and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

ITIL practices

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information systems or related field

Tools

Soti Mobicontrol

Intune

Workspace ONE

Job description

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you!

Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on‑trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience.

As Part Of Our Team, You Will Experience

• Success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving
• Career growth. We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow
• Teamwork. We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solution
• Our commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community.

Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2023 revenues of $20.4 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.

GENERAL PURPOSE

The IT Manager I leads cross‑functional IT teams and delivers large‑scale technology initiatives across multiple workstreams, combining strong leadership with hands‑on technical and project management expertise. This role oversees the full lifecycle of projects from requirements gathering through implementation and support while designing and deploying enterprise mobility solutions supporting 10,000+ devices using platforms such as SOTI, Intune or other Enterprise Mobility Management solutions.

This role combines people leadership with hands‑on technical and project management responsibilities. The position ensures timely execution of projects, fosters cross‑functional collaboration, and drives scalable technology solutions that support business growth.

Additionally, the role partners closely with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technology solutions and collaborates with vendors to deliver enhancements, resolve production issues, and continuously improve platform performance.

Essential Functions

• Experience with EMM platforms (such as Soti Mobicontrol, Intune, Workspace ONE) with large-scale device rollouts and support in retail or enterprise environments.
• Working experience in enterprise mobile application deployment and management automation.
• Strong knowledge of Android Enterprise and device management best practices.
• Act as a liaison between technical and business teams to understand requirements, troubleshoot issues, and advise on solutions.
• Collaborate with internal and external IT teams to improve processes and maintain service stability through adherence to standards and documentation.
• Lead development of content and present to senior leadership.
• Analyze and leverage new and existing technologies to meet business needs and drive enhancements.
• Manage projects through the full SDLC, ensuring accurate requirements, efficient execution, and timely delivery.
• Create and manage detailed project plans, resources, budget and timelines; oversee testing, communication, training, and support plans.
• Ensure accurate documentation and achievement of business benefits within budget and schedule.
• Collaborate on large projects, performing design reviews, analysis, and testing.
• Plan and communicate release and deployment strategies with stakeholders.
• Support production systems and coordinate enhancements; prioritize issues and requests.
• Lead and mentor IT team members, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversee multiple workstreams, ensuring alignment with business requirements and governance standards.
• Proactively plan for future needs and mitigate risks.
• Apply foundational understanding of application behavior at network and system levels.

COMPETENCIES

• Building Effective Teams
• Developing Talent
• Collaboration
• Leading by Example
• Communicates Effectively
• Ensures Accountability & Execution
• Manages Conflict
• Business Acumen
• Plans, Aligns & Prioritizes
• Organizational Agility
• Change Management
• Time Management
• Technical Awareness
• Analytical Thinking

Qualifications & Special Skills Required

• 7 to 10 years’ experience supporting retail systems or IT management consulting experience. Solid understanding of retail dynamics within a complex, highly integrated environment.
• Technical orientation balanced by project management discipline.
• Demonstrated track record managing technical application projects.
• Able to articulate issues, build consensus around recommendations, define next steps along with defined timeline.
• Experience implementing and/or supporting hardware and packaged solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and forward thinking.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills; outstanding listening skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization (i.e. Business Users).
• Outstanding work ethic; displays a high sense of urgency to resolve issues quickly and efficiently.
• Highly organized, detail oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Familiarity with ITIL practices and Agile methodologies.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Soti Mobicontrol, Android Enterprise Professional) are a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in retail industry and delivering applications in retail environments.
• Experience with client/server hardware and software and understanding of network components.
• Experience dealing with cross-functional teams and business partners on projects.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise mobile apps deployment, integration with backend systems, and ensuring security/compliance for mobile solutions.
• Experience with end user mobile productivity and mobile technology enablement.
• Vendor Management experience.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in information systems, computer science, or a related technical discipline.

Physical Requirements

Job requires ability to work in an office environment, primarily on a computer

Requires sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking on the telephone, attending in‑person meetings, typing, and working with paper/files, etc

Consistent timeliness and regular attendance

Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically

This role requires regular in‑office presence, including to engage in in‑person team interaction, meetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback

However, this role can perform duties effectively using a combination of in‑office and remote work

Supervisory Responsibilities

Lead, IT Applications or Analyst, IT Applications

DISCLAIMER

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all‑inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management's discretion.

Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.

The base pay range for this role $114,300.00 to $221,900.00. The base pay range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.