Balenciaga Director of Information Systems

Paris France

Thursday, February 6, 2025

Balenciaga, a prestigious name in the fashion industry, was founded by Cristóbal Balenciaga in 1917 in Spain and later established in Paris in 1937. Known for its uncompromising and innovative designs, the brand has been hailed as the 'master of us all' by Christian Dior and the 'couturier of couturiers' by Gabrielle Chanel. Balenciaga's identity is deeply rooted in its conceptual ready-to-wear collections, with its leather goods, footwear, and accessories achieving global acclaim. Since 2001, Balenciaga has been part of the Kering Group, a conglomerate renowned for its portfolio of luxury brands. Under the artistic direction of Demna since 2015, Balenciaga continues to be a trailblazer in the fashion world.

1. Develop and implement the IT strategy for Balenciaga, aligning IT objectives with the strategic vision of the brand.
2. Identify technological innovation opportunities and define the IT roadmap.
3. Conduct active technology scouting to anticipate market evolutions and industry trends.
4. Ensure the security of information systems and protect sensitive company data.
5. Establish a robust IT governance framework and effective internal control processes.
6. Ensure compliance with current regulations (e.g., GDPR).
7. Manage a team of IT experts and oversee IT projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
8. Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment within the team.
9. Negotiate and manage relationships with IT solution providers.
10. Implement an optimized procurement policy and monitor contract performance.
11. Support Balenciaga's digital transformation by implementing innovative solutions (AI, data science, etc.).
12. Optimize business processes through digital technologies.

1. Minimum of 10 years of significant experience in a similar role within an international and demanding environment, ideally in Retail and Fashion.
2. Strong knowledge of information systems architecture, cybersecurity, project management, cloud computing, and databases.
3. Excellent communication skills, with a strategic vision and leadership qualities.
4. Comfortable in an international and multicultural environment, bilingual in French and English; Italian is a plus.

1. Strategic IT planning
2. Technological innovation
3. Information security management
4. IT governance
5. Project management
6. Team leadership
7. Vendor negotiation
8. Digital transformation

A minimum of 10 years in a similar role within an international and demanding environment, preferably in the Retail and Fashion sectors.

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

Balenciaga is committed to fostering professional development within the brand and the Kering Group. Managers are encouraged to build high-performing teams focused on excellence. Employees are supported to express their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling work environment.

Balenciaga is dedicated to promoting diversity within its teams, believing that diversity in all its forms—gender, age, nationality, culture, disability, religious beliefs, sexual orientation—enriches the workplace and enhances the customer experience. The brand is committed to equal opportunity and selects talents based on sought-after skills and brand values, aiming to guide employees towards success.