Team Leader - Retail IT Development (Remote)

Job summary

The role involves leading the development of retail tools utilized by a large number of colleagues in stores globally. The Team Leader will translate strategic goals into actionable priorities, manage a team of Product Owners, and collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance retail operations through IT solutions.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of leadership experience in IT development, preferably within the retail sector.
• Strong knowledge of retail tools such as POS systems, retail administration, and workforce management.
• Experience in leading independent specialists or Product Owners.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders across different cultures and organizational levels.
• Structured, fact-based, and goal-oriented work approach.
• Proficiency in tools such as JIRA, SAP, and Microsoft Office.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Product Owners focused on retail tools.
• Ensure continuous development and optimization of retail tools by exploring new trends and best practices.
• Maintain team well-being, performance, and skills development.
• Prioritize and manage team backlogs in collaboration with Product Owners.
• Clearly describe business requirements prior to development.
• Contribute to the annual business plan and long-term retail strategy.
• Act as a liaison between Retail Operations and IT development.

Skills

• Leadership and team management.
• Stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Retail IT knowledge and tool proficiency.

Education

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in IT or retail management is preferred.

Tools

• JIRA, SAP, Microsoft Office.