At ASICS, we empower our employees to pursue their career goals. If this sounds like you, then we want you on our team.

ASICS has been dedicated to designing the most technically advanced footwear and athletic products in the world for over 60 years. All of that comfort, fit, and functionality starts within the minds of the passionate people that work within our walls.

Based upon our core values, everyone's input and contributions are respected at ASICS America. We nurture a collaborative environment and hire team members that are never content, always pushing through their own limitations, continually in the pursuit of improving performance, are innovative and creative, reach for new challenges, and always aim to surpass the next goal.

Our Mission: We pledge to bring harmony to the body and soul

ASICS, an acronym derived from the Latin phrase, Anima Sana In Corpore Sano - a sound mind in a sound body. Staying true to the philosophy by which it was founded, every ASICS innovation, every concept, every idea is intended to create the best product. Our mission is to become the number one brand for the sports enthusiast. To accomplish this, we pledge to continue to make the best product; striving to build upon our technological advances and pushing the limits on what we can learn from the body and its needs in athletic gear.

POSITION PURPOSE / SUMMARY STATEMENT (defines the major functions/purpose of the position):

The Sr. Director of Information Technology for ASICS North America manages all technology-related operations and development for the Americas Region as defined in the responsibilities below. This individual is responsible for efficiently processing all functional, network, and communication systems. He/she sets and implements the strategic technology direction to support the business as defined by the Executive Team.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES (include titles of positions directly reporting to this position):

• Director of IT, ASICS North America
• Sr. Manager, RES1 (Regional Enterprise Support)
• Sr. Manager, RES2 (Regional Enterprise Support)
• Sr. Manager, Infrastructure, Operations, and Security

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

• Interacts with all levels throughout the organization, including employees and outside vendors

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directs the development of short and long-range objectives, budgets and operating plans and oversees their consistent interpretation, implementation, and achievement for the IT Department
• Conducts research on emerging technologies; recommends and implements technologies that will optimize performance, reliability, cost-effectiveness, and flexibility
• Develops and manages applications and infrastructure plans to meet business requirements and goals. Documents and maintains in-depth knowledge of the company’s existing IT architecture/infrastructure and technology portfolio
• Measures and reports infrastructure performance reliability, and application of SLAs as defined in partnership with the business
• Ensures stability of all technical resources in support of daily business requirements in wholesale, retail, and web environments across the North American region
• Ensures appropriate licensing base and maintenance agreements with all service and platform providers
• Drives prioritization of programs and projects based on alignment with enterprise and or departmental objectives
• Reviews new and existing IT projects, systems design, and procurement/outsourcing plans for compliance with IT standards and architectural plans
• Plans and adheres to budget for all IT disciplines
• Provides support, coaching, and training to the IT team
• Collaborates with digital strategy, e-commerce, JSOX (Japanese Sarbanes-Oxley Act), ITGC (Information Technology General Controls), CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act), SAP, integrations, project management, change management, business intelligence, master Data, and EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) teams to determine better systems solutions and processes within the ASICS America region to improve long-term IT needs

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of compliance with all related government, SOX/JSOX, and GDPR/CCPA requirements. Stay current with the legal and fiscal environment
• Knowledge of protocols and standards, including but not limited to: Security, Cisco Networks, IP/VPN, SD-WAN, Windows Server/Active Directory/Exchange, and Unified Communications
• Analytical, conceptual and problem-solving abilities leveraging critical thinking
• Knowledge of cloud computing, business processes, POS systems, ERPs architecture, and functionalities
• Experience in implementing and supporting an ERP environment (SAP and TOTVS)
• Business relationship development
• Business Acumen

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 12 years supporting infrastructure and functional environments
• Minimum of 12 years holding leadership positions within IT
• Proven, demonstrated success within IT leadership
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or Information Technology required
• Proven project planning and project management experience
• Computer skills: Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Project management

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently-abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Must be able to see, hear, speak and write clearly to communicate with employees and or other customers.
• Office work, some lifting, considerable walking

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently-abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job within the environment.

• The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate.

SALARY RANGE: $190,000 - $210,000 USD annualized

PAY TRANSPARENCY:

To encourage pay transparency, promote pay equity, and proactively address regulations, ASICS America Corporation will comply with all applicable state or local laws or regulations which require employers to provide wage or salary range information to job applicants and employees. A posted salary range applies to the current job posting. Salary offers may be based on key factors such as education and related experience.

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COVID-19 Precautions for Offices (Irvine, Boston, New York):

• Personal Protective Equipment (Face Masks) are required
• Personal Protective Equipment (Face Masks) will be provided upon request
• Daily mandatory Health Screening Questionnaire
• Daily cleaning requirements for individual desks and shared spaces
• Physical distancing required at all times
• Employees work a hybrid remote schedule. All employees telecommute on Fridays
• These precautions are subject to change based on Federal, State, Local laws, and the needs of the business

COVID-19 Precautions for Byhalia Distribution Center:

• Personal Protective Equipment (Face Masks) are required and provided
• Daily mandatory Health Screening Questionnaire
• Daily cleaning requirements for individual desks and shared spaces
• Physical distancing required at all times
• Employees working in offices are on Shift A (M, W) or B (T,Th) schedules, opportunity to telecommute on Fridays for office staff
• These precautions are subject to change based on Federal, State, Local laws, and the needs of the business

ASICS CCPA Pre-Collection Notice for Job Applications: We collect personal information (PI) from you in connection with your application for employment with ASICS America Corporation, including the following categories of PI: identifiers, personal records, professional or employment information, and inferences drawn from your PI. We collect your PI for our purposes, including performing services and operations related to your potential employment. For additional details or if you have questions, contact us at hrccpa@asics.com.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employee(s) assigned to this job. ASICS America Corporation reserves the right at any time, with or without notice, to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities within your general skill set or capabilities. ASICS America Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.