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Brinker International · 8 hours ago

Director, IT Strategy & Governance

Coppell, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Brinker International is a company dedicated to creating moments that make everyone feel special. The Director of IT Strategy & Governance is responsible for developing and executing the technology roadmap, ensuring alignment between technology investments and business priorities, and fostering strong relationships with strategic partners and vendors.

Food and BeverageFranchiseHospitalityRestaurants

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the technology strategy aligned with corporate and brand objectives

Identify emerging trends and evaluate innovative solutions that enhance guest experience, streamline operations, and improve profitability

Partner with executive leadership to define technology priorities and investment plans

Lead the business case development for new enterprise-wide technology initiatives

Establish governance frameworks for technology initiatives, ensuring compliance, security, and scalability

Oversee the prioritization and execution of technology projects, balancing enterprise and brand needs

Monitor ROI and performance of technology investments, providing regular updates to leadership

Develop and own a resource allocation model for the IT organization that ensures resources are allocated effectively on business priorities

Build and manage strategic relationships with key technology vendors and service providers

Negotiate contracts, manage performance, and ensure vendors deliver on SLAs and value commitments

Evaluate and onboard new technology partners that support business innovation

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of 2–3 direct reports, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation

Promote continuous learning and professional development within the technology team

Serve as a strategic advisor to brand leaders and functional teams on technology-related initiatives

Partner with Operations, Finance, Marketing, and other departments to ensure technology supports brand-specific and enterprise-wide goals

Qualification

Technology StrategyGovernance FrameworksVendor ManagementTeam LeadershipRestaurant TechnologyBusiness AcumenStakeholder ManagementCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related field (Master's preferred)

10+ years of progressive experience in IT leadership, with at least 5 years in a strategic or director-level role

Proven ability to develop and execute enterprise technology strategies

Strong understanding of restaurant technology ecosystems (POS, loyalty, digital ordering, data platforms)

Exceptional vendor negotiation and partner management skills

Strong business acumen with the ability to align technology initiatives to financial outcomes

Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills

Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

Experience in the restaurant, hospitality, or retail industry strongly preferred

Benefits

Flexibility that fits your life: Hybrid schedules with weekly flex days to work from home.

Benefits that support you: Competitive package with medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; 401(k) with company match; Employee Assistance Program with counseling, financial, legal, and life resources; and Best You EDU, offering education programs and tuition reimbursement.

Enjoy our brands: Generous dining discounts at Chili’s® Grill & Bar and Maggiano’s Little Italy®.

Rewards for your impact: Annual bonus eligibility for every RSC Team Member.

Wellbeing at work: On-site gym and fitness classes like yoga and boot camp.

A culture worth celebrating: From company-wide events to a casual, collaborative atmosphere, you’ll find plenty of ways to connect, work hard, and play hard.