Vice President Information Technology

Senior Consultant - Executive Search at Lee Hecht Harrison Knightsbridge

Client : The Beer Store and Brewers Distributor Limited

Position : Vice President, Information Technology

Reports to : President

Brewers Distributor Limited (BDL) is a private joint venture company owned by Labatt Breweries of Canada and Molson Breweries for the wholesale distribution of beer and the collection of returnable, refillable and recyclable beer containers within the four Western Canadian Provinces, as well as Northwest Territories and the Yukon. The overall goal of the distribution alliance between the shareholder companies in Western Canada, is to maximize cost and service performance within the two distinct business processes – wholesale distribution of beer, and the collection of returnable, recyclable beer containers. The Beer Store and BDL operate six distribution centers and four cross dock facilities in the Western provinces (Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and British Columbia). These facilities serve licensed customers throughout Western Canada and the Northern Territories.

The Beer Store is the primary distribution and sales channel for beer in Ontario and is owned by 30+ Ontario-based brewers! Through our Retail Stores, Distribution Centres, Draught Services, Customer Contact Centre and our Corporate Office, we form one large team that is passionate about the beer business. The Beer Store is proud to foster a respectful and inclusive culture that expands and leverages the diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives of our team members to deliver exceptional service for our customers. We continue to be successful by working together, respecting each other, having a positive attitude and by trying new and innovative ideas. Not only are we knowledgeable, passionate and loyal ambassadors for beer, we’re also health and safety advocates, environmental champions, DEIB enthusiasts and we give proudly back to our communities.

For more information about the Beer Store and Brewers Distributor Ltd, please visit https : / / www.thebeerstore.ca / and https : / / bdl.ca /

Opportunity

The Vice President, Information Technology, will contribute to the competitiveness, profitability and efficiency of TBS & BDL, through effective leadership of the IT function and by applying practical approaches to building and managing business systems and data which are necessary to operate the business and to achieve the business goals. Primary focus for this role is the overall strategic direction and guidance of TBS & BDL’s IT function. This individual is accountable mainly for systems analysis, programming, software, hardware, and services acquisition, application systems supporting all corporate areas, stores and warehouse locations. The VP, IT prepares the IT business plans that support the business requirements and determines priorities within IT, utilizing resources in the best way possible to fulfill the business goals. They will oversee all IT project development and operations to ensure establishment and achievement of superior customer service and efficiency targets. They will also be responsible for managing expectations of the stakeholders regarding IT capabilities and deliverables and managing conflicts that arise regarding business priorities and the direction of business system deliverables.

Key Accountabilities

Strategic IT Leadership 35%

• Define, develop, and execute IT vision, strategies, roadmaps, and digital transformation initiatives that align with business objectives
• Ensure technology investments deliver business value and continue to support our competitive advantage
• Accountable for IT Strategy approved budget and ensuring cost management, optimization and alignment
• Collaborate with executive leaders and cross-functional teams to identify technology needs, provide strategic guidance and deliver solutions
• Drive complex IT projects from conception to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within scope and within budget
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships, oversee vendor relationships, evaluate investment and enhancement opportunities, negotiate contracts, contain costs
• Lead and develop a division of 30+ employees

IT Operations & Service Delivery 30%

99.9% (SAP, Microsoft for example)

Governance, Risk & Compliance 10%

Knowledge and Experience Requirements

Education

Experience

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Contact Information

Tim Hewat, Head of Executive Search, NA

tim.hewat@lhhknightsbridge.com

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Mississauga, Ontario, Canada CA$130,000.00-CA$140,000.00 15 hours ago

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