A century-old, globally recognized leader in lifestyle apparel and consumer goods is embarking on a major digital reinvention—and seeking a Chief Information Officer to lead the charge. With operations spanning design, sourcing, manufacturing, and worldwide distribution, this privately held organization manages a diverse portfolio of owned and licensed brands across retail, e-commerce, and wholesale channels.
The CIO will serve as a strategic and operational leader, overseeing the enterprise technology ecosystem—from ERP modernization and cybersecurity to data intelligence, automation, and AI-enabled transformation. Reporting directly to executive leadership, this individual will reimagine how technology supports every facet of the business: design and production, supply chain, distribution, digital commerce, and customer experience.
This is a role for a visionary leader who thrives at the intersection of innovation and execution—someone who can translate complex technical roadmaps into measurable business outcomes that drive profitability, operational efficiency, and scalable global growth.
What You'll Do:
- Lead enterprise technology strategy across infrastructure, systems, and applications to enable seamless global operations and data integration.
- Leverage AI and emerging technologies to advance predictive analytics, optimize supply-chain intelligence, and accelerate design and decision-making.
- Modernize legacy systems, aligning ERP, PLM, and e-commerce platforms with next-generation tools for real-time insights and collaboration.
- Oversee data governance and cybersecurity, ensuring robust standards that protect the company’s digital assets and customer trust.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, logistics, finance, and brand teams to deliver integrated digital capabilities.
- Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, advising the CEO and board on technology strategy and enterprise risk.
- Build and mentor high-performing teams, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
What You'll Have:
- Proven success leading technology strategy for a multi-brand or multi-channel global organization, ideally within consumer products, retail, or manufacturing.
- Deep experience driving digital transformation and AI adoption across enterprise environments.
- Strong knowledge of ERP, data architecture, cybersecurity, and automation best practices.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and translate technology into business value.
- A collaborative, hands-on leader who thrives in an entrepreneurial, privately held environment with a long-term vision.
Why This Role:
This is an opportunity to modernize and future-proof a global enterprise with a proud legacy and bold growth ambitions. The company is investing heavily in technology as a strategic advantage—and seeking a CIO ready to define what digital excellence looks like for the next century.
Competitive compensation based on experience, with a robust benefits package.