Carrie Wells

About Carrie Wells

As a visionary, highly analytical, and results-driven professional with a proven history of success in delivering technical solutions and implementing innovative, market-leading processes in distribution, manufacturing, and retail verticals, I have gained a sustained stature in aligning initiatives with high-growth organizations\' pursuit of excellence, emphasizing improved operations and efficiency and increased user engagement, market share, and profitability. My knack for problem-solving and market trend agility, inside knowledge of technical development, and strategic task management empowers me to see every potential obstacle and pain point as an opportunity to build, strategize, empower, and lead global teams to success, upholding values of innovation and unsurpassed product and application solutions quality.Infused by my 24+ years of industry experience, I have developed my flair for driving brand strategy and customer-oriented approach, boosting product solutions performance and impact that consistently bolster new technology developments and seize top standards and benchmarks in the business. I have always been fascinated by my past experiences in seamlessly integrating hardware and software solutions, creating user-friendly ecosystems in both consumer and enterprise spaces. This passion has driven me to become deeply involved in digital transformation initiatives throughout my career.Having led the strategic optimization and deployment of technology innovation resources for Global\'s convenience stores and customer-facing solutions, I have honed my ability to prioritize features, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver exceptional applications. One of my proudest achievements was expediting the Self Check Out initiative and successfully installing over 230 SCO systems across 170 retail locations.I take pride in bringing my in-depth knowledge of product solutions design and business development, client service, and continuous process redesigning and improvements to contribute to the company’s growth and increased profit margins. Endowed with advanced education, training, and professional background, I am eager to make significant contributions to the growth of your organization. Feel free to reach me here on LinkedIn or via e-mail at c••••••••@gmail.com.Expertise: Project Management, Technical Product Management, Digital Marketing, Strategic Planning, Software Development Life Cycle, Requirements Gathering, Business Technology, Process Improvements, E-Commerce Platforms, Stakeholder Management, Product Ownership

Experience

1. Vice President Business IT - Corporate Enterprise

   Global Partners LP

   May 2024 — Present · Waltham, MA, US

   The Vice President of Business IT for CORPORATE/ENTERPRISE serves as a pivotal strategic partner to Global\'s corporate and enterprise functions, including Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Legal. This role is dedicated to driving technology strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals, and maximizing the value derived from IT investments and resources. Technology Strategy and Roadmap Development: Collaborate to develop the technology strategy and roadmaps for corporate and enterprise units. Business Leadership Liaison: Act as the primary interface between CORPORATE/ENTERPRISE business leadership and the IT organization. Advocate for business needs within the IT function and facilitate alignment of IT solutions with business priorities. Financial Management and Resource Allocation: Collaborate and develop and rationalize budgets for multi-year technology initiatives for corporate and enterprise units Collaborate with corporate and enterprise units to ensure effective management of capital allocation, resources, and oversee licensing, commodity, and communication needs. and resources, including new technologies and upgrades. Support for Business Development: Evaluate and collaborate on strategic business opportunities in partnership with business leaders. Provide guidance on technology investments, resource requirements, and act as a technology advisor in collaboration with relevant IT resource. Vendor and Industry Relationships: Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with vendors, clients, and industry partners. Stay informed about industry trends, competitive differentiators, and ensure optimal vendor management. Innovation and Optimization: Drive innovation within the organization, encouraging the adoption of technologies that enhance business outcomes and strengthen Global Partners\' competitive position.

Education

• Northeastern University

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), Masters's Business Administration and Management

  2016

• U Mass Dartmouth

  B.A., Political Science

  1996 — 2000

Skills

• Crm
• Product Development
• Data Migration
• Strategy
• Email Marketing
• Sales Operations
• Manufacturing
• Microsoft Excel
• Requirements Gathering
• Enterprise Software
• Leadership
• Marketing
• Outlook
• Continuous Improvement
• Business Analysis
• Agile Project Management
• Product Management
• Account Management
• Change Management
• Goldmine
• Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Logistics
• Training
• Customer Satisfaction
• Direct Sales
• Ms Office Tools
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Enterprise Resource Planning (Erp)
• Project Management
• Business Process Improvement
• Sales Process
• International Sales
• Customer Service
• Key Account Management
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Data Analysis