Head of Technology Optimisation

Company Description

Endeavour Group separated from Woolworths in 2021, embarking on an independent journey to reshape our business processes and technology systems through the One Endeavour program. This program aims to build a more autonomous, efficient, and future-ready operation, positioning Endeavour as a leader in technology-driven innovation within the retail and hospitality sectors.

Job Description

As the Head of Technology Optimisation, you will play a pivotal role in our post-transition journey, responsible for developing and executing strategies that streamline our technology landscape and drive efficiencies across the business. Reporting directly to the CIO, you will collaborate with Technology GMs, business stakeholders, and various cross-functional teams to create a fit-for-purpose technology model that aligns with our One Endeavour program. Your work will directly impact the way we deliver value, manage costs, and leverage technology to meet our business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Savings Target Achievement: Lead the creation and execution of a detailed technology optimisation roadmap. You will be tasked with achieving or exceeding cost-saving targets by focusing on areas like capability sourcing, software rationalisation, licence management, cloud optimisation, and demand management.
• Cross-functional Collaboration and Change Management: Forge strong partnerships with stakeholders in technology, finance, IT commercial, procurement, and various business units.
• Partner Management: Drive significant changes to our partner landscape with a focus on capability sourcing, software and infrastructure rationalisation, and licence management. 
• Risk Management: Actively monitor and manage risks associated with optimisation initiatives, developing mitigation strategies to ensure smooth implementation throughout the program’s lifecycle.
• Technology Operations: Oversee the transition of initiatives to BAU, ensuring services remain uninterrupted and that operational teams are prepared to maintain service levels.
• Data-driven Decision Making: Use data analytics to identify optimisation opportunities, track progress against savings targets, and assess the effectiveness of cost-reduction initiatives. Make informed decisions based on insights and quantifiable data.
• Thought Leadership and Innovation: Bring a forward-thinking perspective to technology optimisation, challenging the status quo and promoting new ideas that align with best practices. Drive two-way communication to achieve solutions that maximise organisational value.
• Leadership and Team Development: Proactively collaborate across Endeavour, recruit and develop a high-calibre team, and foster a culture that values diversity, trust, and collaboration. 

Capabilities & Competencies

• Leadership: Proven experience inspiring diverse teams, driving performance, and cultivating a culture of trust and inclusion.
• Communication & Influence: Exceptional communication skills to effectively influence stakeholders and explain complex technology concepts in an accessible manner.
• Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of technology infrastructure, cloud services, and emerging trends, with the ability to apply this knowledge pragmatically.

Qualifications

Essential 

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., computer science, engineering, business administration).
• Demonstrated success in leading technology optimisation or cost-reduction initiatives, with a proven track record of substantial savings. 
• Strong financial and analytical skills, experience in business case development, and strategic visioning for long-term technology optimisation.
• Experience in negotiating technology vendor agreements, with experience managing complex commercial contracts.
• Experience with program management in large-scale technology transformations, with a solid grasp of various delivery methodologies.
• Comprehensive understanding of risk management in technology projects.
• Experience working with outsourcing partners to achieve significant business outcomes.

Desirable:

• Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., MBA, PMP) and experience in matrixed or agile organisations.
• Prior experience in large-scale retail or hospitality industries.
• Familiarity with technology optimisation in contexts like demergers or corporate separations.

Additional Information

• We offer flexible working in every sense
• An exclusive discount card for BWS, Dan Murphy’s, Woolworths, BIG W and other Endeavour Group brands, including our ALH pubs
• Monthly meeting-free days
• Your health and wellbeing is your most important asset, and as one of our valued team members, it’s our first priority. You will have a range of free services to help you live well and support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing
• Endeavour Group is full of opportunities - use our dedicated learning and development options to grow an idea, yourself, and your career. This is just the start, so dream big.

At Endeavour, we value being a workplace where everyone’s welcome - if you meet a number of the requirements (and not all), we encourage you to apply.
We are together creators
With a portfolio that includes Dan Murphy’s, BWS, ALH Hotels, Pinnacle Drinks and more, Endeavour Group is big on sociability. Together we create the moments that bring millions of people together. And together we have more fun, create more opportunities, and score a lot more goals. We’re serious about creating a safe, inclusive and fun place to rock up to where equal opportunity is key, and flexibility is part of how we roll.
We’re all about creating a more sociable future - for our customers and each other. If this job excites you - and you’re close-enough on the requirements, reach out, we’d love to hear from you.
You can learn more about working with us on LinkedIn or at endeavourgroupcareers.com.au.
Our Talent Team and Hiring Leaders kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Endeavour Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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