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Sephora Middle East is recruiting a strategic and execution\u2011driven Chief Information Officer to lead and transform our Corporate Technology strategy. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in high\u2011growth Retail or B2C companies and will drive innovation, operational excellence and digital transformation across the region. <\/p>\n
Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer the CIO will spearhead Sephora Middle East\u2019s core Technology strategy while collaborating closely with regional business stakeholders and the EME\/Global Tech team in France. This role spans 6 countries (UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman) and 7 legal entities in a highly dynamic retail environment leading a team of 11 technology professionals. <\/p>\n
The role\u2019s mission is to ensure technology becomes a strategic enabler driving maximum value to facilitate business success while delighting both customers and employees through seamless innovative solutions. <\/p>\n
Develop and execute a forward\u2011thinking technology strategy that supports Sephora Middle East\u2019s growth ambitions while adhering to Global Tech guidelines. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Define detailed plans and set timelines for the implementation of technical capabilities across the region. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Continuously refine and improve the regional technology roadmap to maintain relevance and impact. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Ensure the technology roadmap and capabilities align with Sephora\u2019s Retail and Digital ambition delivering a seamless customer experience. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Drive platform stability and reliability to support optimal operations and customer satisfaction. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Enhance operational efficiency through tech\u2011enabled solutions empowering Sephora\u2019s workforce. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Partner with cross\u2011functional teams to align technology with business objectives and address both short and long\u2011term needs. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Own and communicate the regional tech priorities, progress and achievements to global and regional leadership. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Leverage stakeholder feedback to drive continuous improvement of solutions and technologies. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Contribute to the development of Sephora OneTech Operating Model optimizing shared capabilities within LVMH & Sephora. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Maximize global solutions and resources to enhance regional economies of scale and competence. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Ensure business continuity and cyber resilience across regional operations. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Manage the deployment of technology initiatives ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence & effective risk management. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Identify and harness emerging technological opportunities to maintain competitive leadership. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Set ambitious goals for the technology team and ensure achievement within allocated budgets and timelines. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Foster a high\u2011performance culture within the team creating strong ties within the global Sephora OneTech community. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Actively mentor and develop team members to support their professional growth and align efforts with business priorities. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Master\u2019s degree from an accredited university in a relevant field. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Over 15 years of technology leadership experience leading cross\u2011functional teams in complex multi\u2011country environments. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Proven expertise in leading and scaling high\u2011performing technical teams across solutions design, development, product management, data platforms, security and infrastructure operations. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Experience in managing third\u2011party integrations and optimizing partner collaborations. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Strong customer focus with the ability to design and deliver customer\u2011centric technology solutions. <\/b> <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Visionary leadership: Unafraid to challenge norms, think outside the box and push boundaries to drive innovation. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n Decisive & results\u2011oriented: Ability to make timely, effective decisions and deliver on ambitious goals. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n Collaborative & inclusive: Builds trust and fosters collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders within & beyond Sephora. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n Energetic & passionate: Operates with a can\u2011do mindset and enthusiasm for collective success. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n Adaptable & resilient: Thrives in a fast\u2011paced dynamic retail environment with a commitment to continuous improvement. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Most importantly She\/he need to have excellent authentic communication and influencing skills and be energized by working in a fast\u2011paced dynamic environment. <\/b> <\/p>\n Chief <\/p>\n<\/p>\n #J-18808-Ljbffr<\/p>\n 2026-04-07 08:08:57<\/p>","protected":false},"author":100,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","job_listing_type":[68],"job_listing_category":[1355],"job_listing_location":[720],"job_listing_tag":[],"class_list":["post-60102","job_listing","type-job_listing","status-publish","hentry","job_listing_type-full-time","job_listing_category-management-operations-it-technology","job_listing_location-united-arab-emirates"],"metas":{"_job_featured_image":"","_job_featured":"","_job_filled":"","_job_urgent":"","_job_category":{"1355":"Management & Operations, IT & Technology"},"_job_type":{"68":"Full Time"},"_job_tag":[],"_job_expiry_date":"2026-06-18","_job_gender":"","_job_apply_type":"external","_job_phone":"","_job_apply_url":"https:\/\/en-ae.whatjobs.com\/coopob__cpl___411_2958914__3583?utm_source=3583&utm_medium=feed&keyword=Open-Jobs-Chief&location=Dubai&geoID=3","_job_apply_email":"","_job_salary_type":"","_job_salary":"","_job_experience":"","_job_career_level":"","_job_qualification":"","_job_video_url":"","_job_photos":"","_job_application_deadline_date":"2026-06-14","_job_address":"","_job_location":{"720":"United Arab Emirates"},"_job_map_location":{"address":"","latitude":"","longitude":""},"_job_logo":"https:\/\/herecareers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wp-job-board-pro-uploads\/_employer_featured_image\/2025\/11\/ICON-Here-Careers-Logo-150-150x150.png","_job_employer_name":"HR","_job_employer_url":"https:\/\/herecareers.com\/ar\/employer\/hr\/"},"cmb2":{"_job_careerjet_job_fields":{"_job_careerjet_detail_url":"","_job_careerjet_company_name":""}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/herecareers.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing\/60102","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/herecareers.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/herecareers.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/herecareers.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/100"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/herecareers.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=60102"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/herecareers.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=60102"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/herecareers.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_type?post=60102"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/herecareers.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_category?post=60102"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_location","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/herecareers.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_location?post=60102"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/herecareers.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_tag?post=60102"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES <\/h3>\n
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