Overall Job SummaryThis position is responsible for the oversight and development of applications for use in and supporting Tractor Supply Stores. Additional responsibilities include technical leadership, supervising/mentoring team members, and leading projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)- Asses and cultivate long-term strategic goals for IT's area of responsibility in conjunction with department managers, clients, and other key stakeholders.
- Manage the development and deployment of applications for use by TSC Stores and Team Members. Contribute to the overall architecture of the store application landscape.
- Hire, manage, develop, and motivate store systems team.
- Review and analyze existing applications and system effectiveness and efficiency/develop strategies for improving or leveraging these systems.
- Research and make recommendations on software products and services in support of procurement and development efforts.
- Meet with store field management to identify store opportunities.
- Create and define development process for future omni-channel needs.
- Disseminate and enforce functional policies, procedures, and quality assurance best practices.
- Sponsor, promote and execute on projects to prototype and pilot new technologies in TSC stores.
Required QualificationsExperience: 8+ years' work experience, 2 years management experience leading teams.
Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities- Experience with software development lifecycle (SLDC) methodology preferred.
- Comprehensive knowledge of architecture, design, development, and implementation of store systems, including POS/mobile applications and/or payment devices.
- Superior ability managing teams working with various programming languages such as Java, .net and C.
- Superior negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Working Conditions- Normal office working conditions
- Must be able to work some nights and weekends
- Occasional travel required
Physical Requirements- Sitting
- Standing (not walking)
- Walking
- Kneeling/Stooping/Bending
- Driving a vehicle
- Reaching overhead
- Lifting 50+ pounds
DisclaimerThis job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.
