Open Jobs Chief Information Officer 261095

POSITION PURPOSE:

Sephora Middle East is recruiting a strategic and executiondriven Chief Information Officer to lead and transform our Corporate Technology strategy. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in highgrowth Retail or B2C companies and will drive innovation operational excellence and digital transformation across the region.

Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer the CIO will spearhead Sephora Middle Easts core Technology strategy while collaborating closely with regional business stakeholders and the EME/Global Tech team in France. This role spans 6 countries (UAE KSA Kuwait Qatar Bahrain Oman) and 7 legal entities in a highly dynamic retail environment leading a team of 11 technology professionals.

The roles mission is to ensure technology becomes a strategic enabler driving maximum value to facilitate business success while delighting both customers and employees through seamless innovative solutions.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

STRATEGY

• Develop and execute a forwardthinking technology strategy that supports Sephora Middle Easts growth ambitions while adhering to Global Tech guidelines.

• Define detailed plans and set timelines for the implementation of technical capabilities across the region.

• Continuously refine and improve the regional technology roadmap to maintain relevance and impact.

BUSINESS SUPPORT

• Ensure the technology roadmap and capabilities aligns with Sephoras Retail and Digital ambition delivering a seamless customer experience.

• Drive platform stability and reliability to support optimal operations and customer satisfaction.

• Enhance operational efficiency through techenabled solutions empowering Sephoras workforce.

• Partner with crossfunctional teams to align technology with business objectives and address both short and longterm needs.

• Own and communicate the regional techs priorities progress and achievements to global and regional leadership.

• Leverage stakeholder feedback to drive continuous improvement of solutions and technologies.

OPERATIONS & PROCESSES

• Contribute to the development of Sephora OneTech Operating Model optimizing shared capabilities within LVMH & Sephora.

• Maximize global solutions and resources to enhance regional economies of scale and competence.

• Ensure business continuity and cyber resilience across regional operations.

• Manage the deployment of technology initiatives ensuring timely delivery budget adherence & effective risk management.

• Identify and harness emerging technological opportunities to maintain competitive leadership.

TEAM LEADERSHIP

• Set ambitious goals for the technology team and ensure achievement within allocated budgets and timelines.

• Foster a highperformance culture within the team creating strong ties within the global Sephora OneTech community.

• Actively mentor and develop team members to support their professional growth and align efforts with business priorities.

SKILLS AND QUALITIFCATIONS

• Masters degree from an accredited university in a relevant field.

• Over 15 years of technology leadership experience leading crossfunctional teams in complex multicountry environments.

• Proven expertise in leading and scaling highperforming technical teams across solutions design development product management data platforms security and infrastructure operations.

• Experience in managing thirdparty integrations and optimizing partner collaborations.

• Strong customer focus with the ability to design and deliver customercentric technology solutions.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Visionary leadership: Unafraid to challenge norms think outside the box and push boundaries to drive innovation.

• Decisive & resultsoriented: Ability to make timely effective decisions and deliver on ambitious goals.

• Collaborative & inclusive: Builds trust and fosters collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders within &beyond Sephora.

• Energetic & passionate: Operates with a cando mindset and enthusiasm for collective success.

• Adaptable & resilient: Thrives in a fastpaced dynamic retail environment with a commitment to continuous improvement.