Solutions Lead

at  Accent Group

Accent Group Limited is the leading digitally integrated retail and distribution business in the Apparel and Footwear performance and lifestyle market in Australia and New Zealand. With over 850+ stores, 34 brands and over 30+ online platforms. Our brands include; Glue, Platypus, Skechers, Hype DC, Vans, Dr. Martens, Subtype, The Athletes Foot, CAT, Merrell, The Trybe, Timberland, Stylerunner, Hoka, UGG, Saucony, & Nude Lucy!
We currently have an exciting opportunity to join the Technology as our Solutions Lead. Working directly with the Head of Solutions and alongside Project, Business Application, Infrastructure & Cyber Security Teams, the Solutions Lead will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify, design, and assist with implementation of customized solutions that meet business requirements.
This is a hands-on role for a self-motivated individual who has strong retail operational experience and can drive long-term initiatives. The Solutions Lead will be involved in every stage of launching a successful solution, from inception to successful implementation.

Business analysis, Requirements Gathering

• Identifying and collating business requirements using a range of methods including but not limited to workshops, interviews, brainstorming and focus groups
• Undertaking gap analysis between current state (As Is) and future state (To Be)
• Creating business and use cases, user stories, Functional Requirement Documents, and concept design documents.
• Working with IT teams / vendors to assist in the design of Technical Requirements Documents

Business analysis, Requirements Gathering

• Identifying and collating business requirements using a range of methods including but not limited to workshops, interviews, brainstorming and focus groups
• Undertaking gap analysis between current state (As Is) and future state (To Be)
• Creating business and use cases, user stories, Functional Requirement Documents, and concept design documents.
• Working with IT teams / vendors to assist in the design of Technical Requirements Documents.

Project delivery management

• Ensuring the project scope and priorities are managed in collaboration with Project Teams.
• Working in the Project Manager capacity for smaller scale projects or as/when required in the absence of the Project Manager.
• Ensuring successful handover to IT / Business stakeholders at the conclusion of project.

Maintaining Relationships

• Maintaining internal stakeholder relationships throughout the project
• Providing regular project related updates to all required parties
• Maintain vendor relationships to ensure on-time deployment of changes