Manager Network Engineering at Dollar Tree

Chesapeake, Virginia, United States

Dollar Tree Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Information Systems preferred or equivalent work experience
  • 5+ years’ experience managing a large, distributed enterprise network
  • Experience working in high square footage, high user count environments
  • Experience with industry standard routing and switching protocols including BGP, OSPF and/or EIGRP, HSRP, IPsec/GRE, LACP/VPC, Spanning Tree, etc
  • Experience with Cisco routers and switches (IOS, IOS-XE, IOS-XR and NX-OS desirable)
  • Experience with F5 load balancing systems (LTM and APM desirable)
  • Experience with multi-site Riverbed Steelhead WAN Optimization environments desirable
  • Experience negotiating and managing vendor agreements (large vendor experience preferred)
  • Experience developing network management and monitoring tools
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Able to present complex technical information in a clear concise manner to executive management
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to drive continuous improvement processes
  • Independent and proactive management style
  • Ability to work on many concurrent priorities
  • Action oriented and able to manage and meet aggressive timelines and deadlines
  • Strong track record of delivering initiatives on time and on budget
  • Current network and/or security certifications desirable
  • Familiarity with ITIL and IT service management concepts (ServiceNow experience preferred)
  • Demonstrated track record of improving stability and reducing costs
  • Experience creating, maintaining and optimizing Standard Operating Procedures

Responsibilities

  • Manage the Network LAN/WAN engineering/operations team
  • Provide clear, specific goals to the team and communicate performance feedback regularly
  • Provide technical guidance and oversight
  • Champion Network growth and stability strategies
  • Manage team response to Network operations escalation events and incidents
  • Manage Network projects/initiatives in support of business requirements
  • Manage team’s capital and expense budgets
  • Ensure enterprise Networks meet reliability, availability and capacity requirements
  • Provide Network operations leadership/troubleshooting guidance
  • Oversee the design and deployment of Network solutions to support business requirements
  • Perform project management duties as required
  • Interface and coordinate with third party vendors that provide Network services and infrastructure
  • Ensure Network devices are at appropriate software levels and meet enterprise security requirements
  • Ensure accurate network diagrams and documentation are maintained
  • Perform project and non-project related tasks and activities to support department goals and objectives
  • Maintain a high level of expertise in current and emerging technologies
  • Propose Network enhancements that improve efficiency/reliability and reduce cost
  • Facilitate and encourage continuous education efforts for your team

Skills

LAN
WAN
Network Engineering
Data Center Networking
Corporate Networking
Network Troubleshooting
Project Management
Vendor Management
Network Security
Network Documentation

Dollar Tree

Value retailer offering low-cost everyday items

About Dollar Tree

Dollar Tree operates over 8,000 stores and 25 distribution centers, providing a variety of products such as party supplies, home décor, health and beauty items, seasonal goods, and food at low prices. The company sources its merchandise globally, allowing it to offer high-value items that appeal to customers looking for affordable everyday and holiday essentials. Unlike many retailers, Dollar Tree maintains a strict pricing model where most items are priced at one dollar, which helps attract a diverse customer base. The company's goal is to adapt to market changes while ensuring customer satisfaction through a dedicated workforce and creative strategies.

Chesapeake, VirginiaHeadquarters
1986Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition from Dollarama could impact Dollar Tree's market share.
The multi-price strategy might alienate traditional Dollar Tree customers.
Economic pressures could reduce demand for non-essential product lines.

Differentiation

Dollar Tree offers a wide range of products at extreme value prices.
The company sources merchandise globally to provide high-value items at low costs.
Dollar Tree operates over 8,000 stores across the U.S. and Canada.

Upsides

Expansion of private label brands can increase profit margins and customer loyalty.
Enhancing e-commerce capabilities can capture a larger share of the online retail market.
Partnerships with local suppliers can reduce supply chain disruptions.

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