IT Manager II

%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EGENERAL PURPOSE:%26nbsp;%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EThe IT Manager II is accountable for delivery of medium-to-high complexity projects. This%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eposition plans, initiates and manages medium-to-high complexity store technology projects%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Einvolving medium to large sized cross-functional teams. Under general direction, the IT Manager%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EII – Store Systems is responsible for managing medium to large scale store systems initiatives.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EThis role provides leadership for store hardware lifecycle management, device certification, and%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Edeployment governance, ensuring technology solutions are compliant, scalable, supported, and%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Ealigned with business objectives. While executing store systems initiatives IT Manager II%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eestablishes and maintains project governance, workplan, resource plan and budget. The role%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Emonitors progress to ensure deadlines, standards, and cost targets are met while maintaining%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eproject documentation and traceability.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EThe base salary range for this role is %24134,300 – %24229,400. The base salary range is%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Edependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eeducation, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Ethe total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Elocation.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Define, own, and manage the store hardware lifecycle roadmap, including operating%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Esystem strategy and standards, in partnership with the architecture team.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Track and manage hardware End-of-Sale (EOS), End-of-Engineering Support (EOES),%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eand End-of-Support (EOS) milestones, and develop multi-year replacement strategies to%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eremediate legacy devices and mitigate risk.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Lead annual store device certification, validation, and lab testing activities to ensure%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Ecompliance and readiness.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Govern hardware deployments across store locations, including approval of deployment%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Emodels, rollout schedules, and execution plans%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Lead large-scale hardware refresh and rollout programs, leveraging multiple delivery%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eand deployment methodologies.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Coordinate end-to-end hardware procurement activities, including bill of materials,%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Evendor coordination, shipment tracking, and delivery.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Act as the primary owner for vendor management, including contract/SOW reviews,%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Enegotiations, and performance management in collaboration with Legal and IT%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EContracts%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Produce and manage detailed project and workstream plans, ensuring activities are%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eclearly defined, sequenced, resourced, and delivered on schedule.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Plan and lead project analysis and stakeholder consultations to define scope, objectives,%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eand deliverables.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and constraints,%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eescalating as appropriate.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Prepare and present executive-level status reports highlighting progress, risks, and key%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Edecisions%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Partner with business stakeholders, store operations, internal teams, and third-party%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eresources to align expectations and ensure successful delivery.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to internal teams and external deployment%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Epartners.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Capture and document lessons learned to improve future programs and initiatives.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Review existing operations and drive continuous improvement through process%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eoptimization and innovative solutions.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Maintain professional accreditations and remain current on project management tools,%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Emethodologies, and industry best practices through ongoing development.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3ECOMPETENCIES:%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EPeople%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Building Effective Teams%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Developing Talent%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Collaboration%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ESelf%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Leading by Example%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Communicates Effectively%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Ensures Accountability and Execution%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Manages Conflict%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EBusiness%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Business Acumen%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Plans, Aligns and Prioritizes%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Organizational Agility%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWith particular emphasis on the following specific position-related competencies:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Plans, Aligns and Prioritizes%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Customer Focus%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Tech Savvy%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Ensures Accountability and Execution%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EQUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Bachelor%27s degree with a concentration in Business, Information Systems or Computer%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EScience or related equivalent experience%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Minimum 8-10 years of experience leading project planning and executions in a medium%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eto large company%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills; effective listener%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Strong knowledge of POS systems, retail hardware/software, and retail store technologies.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Resourcefulness - identifies different ways to accomplish work when resources are limited%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with individuals at%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Edifferent organizational levels%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Vendor contract negotiation and management%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Influence and Negotiation: able to obtain consensus between two or more internal or%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eexternal parties with different interests%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Proven organization skills: ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks in an%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eenvironment with competing demands%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Strong MS Office skills – Microsoft Project, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft SharePoint,%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EMicrosoft One Drive and Visio. Adept at learning technologies, tools and processes.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Knowledge of PMO tools such as OnePlan, Primavera, Planview%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Experience working with Microsoft, Android, and Unix platforms, as well as databases%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Esuch as Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server, and programming/scripting languages%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eincluding Python and PowerShell.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Experience with Waterfall, Agile and Hybrid project delivery methodologies%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EPreferred Qualifications:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E• Project Management Certification such as PMP, PBA, CSM%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ADA:%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EJob requires ability to work in an office environment, primarily on a computer.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3ERequires sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking on the telephone, attending in-person%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Emeetings, typing, and working with paper/files, etc.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EConsistent timeliness and regular attendance.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EVision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EThis role requires regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction,%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Emeetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback. However, this%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Erole can perform duties effectively using a combination of in-office and remote work.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EAbility to travel up to 5% of the time %3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:white;font-size:14px;%22%3E#LI-Hybrid%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3ESUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EIT Lead%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EDISCLAIMER:%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EThis job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EIt is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EContents are subject to change at management’s discretion.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3ERoss is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Epromotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eof the Company’s overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eworkforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Ebased on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Edevelopmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Econditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eor registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Echaracteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3Eorientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E

Job Details
Primary Location: California-Alameda-Dublin-Corporate Office
Work Locations: Corporate Office, 5130 Hacienda Dr, Dublin, 94568
Job: Information Technology
Schedule: Regular
Job Type: Full-time
Travel: No
Job Posting: Jul 6, 2026