What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Director - Product Operations position at Trader Joe's?
At Trader Joe's, we're looking for a seasoned Sr. IT Manager, Production Information Management to join our team.
\This role is responsible for overseeing the applications that support the Merchandising Department's operations and processes by developing product roadmaps, including writing product definitions, driving cross-functional execution, and working with stakeholders and the development team to assess tradeoffs and feasibility.
\You will establish performance goals, develop measurable performance standards, and establish necessary checkpoints to monitor progress on projects and Kaizens. Additionally, you will manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, drive strategy and capabilities while handing off to partner teams for detailed definition when applicable.
\We are seeking an experienced Senior Product Manager, Product Owner, or Tech Product Manager with at least 6 years of experience in managing product roadmaps with multiple projects and ongoing activities.
\Key qualifications include:
\- Experience creating high-level design visualization and documentation to communicate designs and solutions (BRD, FDD, EPIC, and user stories)
- Experience creating business process improvement documentation by modeling and mapping as-is and to-be processes
- Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of staff, including internal senior leadership and external partners to achieve goals
- Advanced degree in Product Management or equivalent work experience