Technology Director – Vancouver – Immigration Support Possible NEW

Visa type confirmed: Immigration Support Possible

Job Overview

Our client is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. They create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. As a company, they focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future in an equitable, inclusive, and growth-focused environment.

About the Team

The Technology Foundations team is a key part of the overall Technology team. This team creates uniquely differentiated and elevated experiences along with the associated enterprise services to streamline technology delivery for technologists. They focus on strategy and outcomes related to technology platforms, shared services, and engineering experiences.

Position Overview

The Director of Technology Asset Management is responsible for establishing a governance and control foundation that enables the company to collect, aggregate, normalize, and reconcile asset relationship data, partnering with procurement and finance. This role also involves establishing a hardware purchasing hub and overseeing hardware operations.

Core Responsibilities

• Implement and operate our IT Asset Management vision, strategy, platforms, and services.
• Define and implement an authoritative central CMDB platform, including discovery, service mapping, risk definition, and holistic management.
• Manage the CMDB to maintain accurate and up-to-date information.
• Develop and enforce policies for data entry, maintenance, and auditing of the CMDB.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to align the CMDB with business needs.
• Define and implement asset policies based on technology, vendor, and purchasing policies.
• Enable informed decision-making for partner teams and stakeholders.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to technology assets.
• Partner closely with FP&A, Procurement, and Vendor Management Office.
• Establish a central function to streamline hardware lifecycle, from purchasing to operations.

Hardware Management

• Oversee the procurement, deployment, and maintenance of hardware assets.
• Ensure hardware assets are tracked throughout their lifecycle.
• Develop and implement strategies for hardware refresh and end-of-life management.
• Provide onsite hardware support to remote sites.
• Promote sustainable practices, reduce carbon footprint, and manage e-waste.
• Manage a team of 3-4 technology managers across multiple geographies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of technology asset management experience with Fortune 500 companies (500,000 assets including 50,000+ hardware assets).
• 7+ years of leadership experience with direct reports and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with IT/OT hardware management and 24/7 operations.
• Collaboration across multiple disciplines (Retail, Supply Chain, Procurement, FP&A).
• Proven track record of delivering complex, enterprise-scale initiatives in an agile environment.
• Strategic thinking with long-term strategy development for asset management.
• Strong consulting skills and quality delivery.
• Excellent presentation skills for executive level.
• Independent yet collaborative work style.
• Desire to learn and accept feedback for improvement.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentorship abilities.
• Minimum BA/BS degree from an accredited university (advanced degree preferred).

Must-Haves

• Take personal responsibility for your life.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and innovate to achieve results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness.
• Lead with courage.
• Foster connections by prioritizing people.
• Integrate fun and joy into your work.

Additional Notes

• Immigration support is potentially available for this role.

Compensation and Benefits Package

• Compensation is based on a pay-for-performance philosophy.
• Typical hiring range is $182,000 – $238,900 annually.
• Permanent employees may be eligible for annual bonuses and equity offerings.
• Extended health and dental benefits, mental health plans.
• Paid time off and retirement plan matching.
• Generous employee discount and fitness/yoga classes.
• Extensive catalog of professional development offerings.

Workplace Arrangement

• In-person collaboration is important; work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.

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