Director, Business Systems
Who We Are
Authentic is a global brand development, marketing and entertainment platform. Authentic elevates and builds the long-term value of more than 50 consumer brands and properties by partnering with best-in-class manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers. We are a Lifestyle and Entertainment platform comprising value-driving business models and global brands. Authentic creates sustainable revenue streams through brand development, strategic partnerships and digital innovation.
Why Authentic
You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.
What You’ll Do
Authentic Brands Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Business Systems to lead our business systems team. The Director of Business Systems will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of our business systems and processes to support the company's strategic objectives. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and technical expertise in business systems management.
What you’ll be working on
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of business systems, including ERP, Financial Planning, Digital Asset Management, and other enterprise applications, to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable and effective system solutions.
- Manage and mentor a team of business systems analysts, administrators, and developers to ensure high-quality deliverables and continuous improvement.
- Establish and maintain best practices, standards, and policies for business systems development, deployment, and maintenance.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and trends in business systems and recommend innovative solutions to enhance business capabilities.
- Partner with cross-functional teams, including IT, Finance, Operations, Ecom, and Sales, to align business systems initiatives with organizational goals.
- Monitor system performance, identify areas for optimization, and implement solutions to address issues and enhance system reliability.
- Develop and manage the business systems budget, including resource planning, cost estimation, and vendor management.
- Analyzes complex business needs presented by the user community and/or clients and recommends technical solutions.
- Participates in all hardware and software evaluations and maintains vendor contracts.
Must Haves:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- 10 years of experience in business systems management or a related role, with demonstrated progression in responsibilities.
- Strong technical expertise in ERP, Financial Planning systems, Digital Asset Management systems, and other business systems, with proficiency in system design, development, and integration.
- Proven leadership skills, with experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic mindset and attention to detail.
- Stakeholder management
- Strong collaboration and cross-functional communication skills
- Excellent written and oral communications skills
- Strong technical ability including report creation
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively prioritize
- Proven ability to lead company-wide projects
- Customer centric
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Experience working for a global company preferred
Primary Salary Location:
$190,000 - $210,000
Authentic is an equal-opportunity employer and we value and embrace the diversity and inclusion of all Team Members. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, national origin, disability, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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