Senior Manager, IT Product Solutions at Brooks Running

Seattle, Washington, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Apparel, Footwear, Sporting GoodsIndustries

Requirements

Experience leading, mentoring, and coaching teams managing product applications like PIM and FlexPLM
Ability to hire, develop, and manage team performance using HR processes
Expertise in architecting organization models to meet business needs
Membership or readiness for IT leadership team roles
Skills in defining technology roadmaps for business applications
Ownership experience over technology lifecycles, including planning, design, implementation, testing, support, and enhancements
Proficiency in collaborating with business leaders on systems requirements, specifications, costs, and timelines
Capability to manage intake, acceptance criteria, prioritization of stakeholder requests, and business communications
Experience managing team assignments, timelines, system gaps, deficiencies, and root cause resolutions
Strong vendor management skills, including relationships, procurement with Legal and InfoSec, and performance oversight
Knowledge of ensuring application security, compliance (e.g., PCI, GDPR), and collaboration with InfoSec teams
Ability to research resources, negotiate contracts, and make purchase recommendations
Expertise in maintaining documentation (functional/technical specs, data interfaces, SOPs) and compliance standards
Budget management capabilities (implied in role context)

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and coach the team managing Brooks’ product applications (PIM, FlexPLM, SaaS for Footwear/Apparel)
Hire, develop, and manage team performance using Brooks’ HR processes
Architect organization models to meet business needs
Serve as a member of the Information Technology leadership team
Create a service-oriented, highly collaborative culture
Define the technology roadmap for business applications
Own the lifecycle of technology, including planning, design, implementation, testing, support, enhancements, and selection of new applications
Collaborate with business leaders to understand systems requirements, specifications, costs, and timelines
Manage intake, acceptance criteria, and prioritization of stakeholder requests with clear business communications and coordination
Manage team assignments and timelines
Ensure system gaps/deficiencies are addressed and root causes resolved
Manage relationships with technology vendors
Work with Legal and Information Security during procurement for new products/vendors
Collaborate with Information Security to secure applications and maintain compliance (PCI, GDPR)
Develop new vendor relationships for changing business needs
Make recommendations for technology purchases, review/negotiate contracts, ensure vendor performance
Research current/potential resources/services for roadmap deliverables
Ensure applications adhere to internal/external compliance standards
Ensure documentation is developed/maintained (functional specs, technical specs, data interfaces, SOPs)
Manage budget (implied in role)

Skills

PIM

FlexPLM

PLM

SaaS

Vendor Management

Strategic Roadmap

Service Levels

IT Leadership

Business Partnerships

Brooks Running

High-performance running shoes and apparel

About Brooks Running

Brooks Running designs and sells high-performance running shoes and apparel for men and women. Their product range includes shoes for road running, trail running, treadmill workouts, and racing, as well as a variety of athletic apparel like shorts, tops, and outerwear. Brooks primarily targets fitness enthusiasts, professional athletes, and casual runners who value quality and performance. The company stands out from competitors like Nike and Adidas by emphasizing sustainability and innovation, with initiatives such as a LEED-certified headquarters and energy conservation efforts. Brooks aims to provide top-notch athletic gear while promoting environmentally friendly practices.

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters

1914Year Founded

M_AND_ACompany Stage

Consumer GoodsIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

PPO and high deductible health plan options

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

10 paid holidays + your birthday

Parental leave

Risks

CEO transition in April 2024 may lead to strategic shifts or disruptions.

Departure of key engineering talent could impact innovation in foam technology.

Significant investment in Seattle expansion could strain resources if not managed well.

Differentiation

Brooks Running focuses on high-performance running shoes and apparel for diverse activities.

The company emphasizes sustainability with LEED-certified headquarters and conservation goals.

Brooks Running offers personalized marketing and direct-to-consumer sales strategies.

Upsides

Collaboration with runDisney could attract Disney fans and boost brand visibility.

Partnership with NOW® Sports enhances credibility among elite athletes through 2024.

Expansion in Seattle's Fremont neighborhood indicates commitment to growth and innovation.

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