SUMMARY

At Magnolia, the

Vice President of

Information Technology leads the overall technology strategy and execution. This role

is responsible for

overseeing the broader technology landscape, driving high-impact transitions, and positioning Magnolia for long

-term digital growth. The Vice President of IT will work closely with senior leadership to

build the foundational data platforms,

deliver a

best-in-class

e-commerce platform,

integrate systems across the entire business portfolio for a seamless guest and employee experience,

balance

strategic

planning

and prioritization

with day-to-day technical operations and align technology initiatives and execution with the company’s busines

s objectiv

es.

This role will also set the company’s roadmap for AI integration, ensuring the right blend of quick

-win

operational efficiencies

and transformational ways of working

is found

using

AI.

This position works from Magnolia Headquarters in Waco, Texas.

It reports to the Chief

Operati

Officer

and has supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND

RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and implement a comprehensive IT strategy aligned with Magnolia’s business goals
*
Lead the organization’s transition to advanced digital platforms and technologies, ensuring scalability and sustainability
Collaborate with senior leadership to
identify
opportunities for
leveraging
technology to achieve competitive advantages
Create the best-in-class foundational practices
for the organization inclusive of data
, cross-functional business
integration
and enterprise processes
Oversee the development and enhancement of Magnolia’s
transformational initiatives, including the
e-commerce platform
and the warehouse platform,
to ensure a seamless, customer-centric digital experience
*
Partner closely with external vendors
and internal business teams
to ensure smooth integration and implementation of
new technologies
Drive innovation in e-commerce technologies to support business growth and customer engagement
*
Drive the AI integration strategy and
implementation
roadmap for the company
Monitor and analyze e-commerce performance metrics, implementing improvements as needed
Ensure the stability, security, and efficiency of IT systems, infrastructure, and applications
Oversee day-to-day technical operations, troubleshooting, and support
*
Manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, and technology procurement to ensure cost-effectiveness
Build and mentor a high-performing IT team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration
*
Provide guidance and professional development opportunities to team members to support their growth and performance.
Establish and enforce IT governance frameworks, policies, and best practices
Ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations and implement robust cybersecurity measures
Lead organization-wide technology transitions with minimal disruption, engaging stakeholders across all levels
.
O
perate in an agile
and effective
way, helping to move the organization
forward
with
the
appropriate awareness
of
investment
prioritization and business trade-offs
, while still driving revenue.
Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and buy-in during change initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned

*Metrics evaluated on Performance Review

COMPETENCIES

Teamwork
: Foster a team environment supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Build strategic plans ensuring key stakeholders are aligned and engaged. Hold management team accountable
to
building and leading a team that exemplifies Magnolia cultural and operating values. Ensure a
strengths
-based management model is being used and plan for individual and team development ensuring future talent is being developed.
Critical Thinking
: Partner to build and ensure adherence to financial plans, metrics, budgets, and resource allocations to support short-term and long-term strategic goals and expectations.
Expertise
:
Maintain
a thorough understanding of your area(s) and set the
expectation
of
accurate
and
timely
work. Foster directors' abilities to lead and connect their employees with the resources and training needed. Lead by example.
Communication
: Create a culture of open communication. Encourage team members to share ideas, thoughts, and concerns. Utilize excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate complex concepts clearly and persuasively. Effectively communicate strategic plans and represent the organization externally. Deliver compelling presentations to convey important and key messages concisely.
Guest Focus
: In all strategic and operating
plans
ensure a personalized and guest-centric experience is a top priority. Set the standard for this through exemplary leadership.
Strategy and Goal Setting
: Approach change with positivity and curiosity, leading through ambiguity. Hold team accountable
to
communicating and achieving goals. Using a forward-thinking mindset,
establish
a clear vision
for the organization and translate into actionable plans. Display a deep understanding of organization structure and consider
impact
of decisions on all departments.
Hard skills
:
Proven experience in retail-focused e-commerce, with a demonstrated ability to lead large-scale
, cross-functional
platform transitions and implementations.
Leadership experience overseeing IT teams and implementing IT governance and procurement controls for fast-growing companies.
Knowledge of best practices in data governance and security,
AI strategy
creation
and implementation,
ensuring that all technology systems are compliant and secure.

ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree from a 4-year college or university preferred
7
+ years of related work experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
10
+ years of managerial experience
preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and arms to reach, handle, feel; utilize fine motor dexterity of fingers; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Magnolia is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description at any time.

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