Sean Davies

Summary: Results-driven IT professional with over 30 years of experience in the retail and wholesale industry. Working closely with business leadership to align business and IT outcomes that maximise the potential for growth while managing the investment in technology and security. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams and driving successful IT transformations. Strong knowledge of Enterprise level solutions and business acumen. Committed to delivering secure, compliant solutions while supporting business growth and commercial leadership. My leadership philosophy centers on constructive leadership principles, fostering open communication, collaboration, and a positive work culture. By sharing a clear vision, setting achievable goals, and motivating teams to excel, I have consistently driven successful change initiatives that lead to high performance and sustainable growth. Experience: Global IT Infrastructure and Transformation Manager | Hanes June 2019 - Present Successfully managed the global IT infrastructure for Hanes delivering transformation through network, cloud computing, omni retail, distribution automation, product life cycle, and CRM, overseeing a team of 30 professionals and a budget of $100 million. Group IT Infrastructure and Project Services Manager | Pacific Brands / Hanes June 2014 – 2019 Taking on the additional role of Infrastructure management, allowed me to develop strong vendor management relationships while deploying virtual private cloud (VPC) solutions, delivering savings as well as a flexible and dynamic IT environment supporting future business change. Developed IT security roadmap to support the evolutionary change in to a retail business. Successfully managed multiple acquisitions and divestments as related to all aspects of the IT systems. Group IT Project Services Manager | Pacific Brands June 2007 – 2014 Developed a team of project managers and business process managers that delivered all system and process changes aligned with business initiatives. During this time delivering multiple systems integration to streamline the IT portfolio of core systems, and support business growth (approx. $2bil in sales), and commercial leadership. Education and Certifications: B.Sc Information Technology, Victoria University of Technology. (PMP) Certification Skills: Strategic Leadership Strong Business Acumen Project Management IT Infrastructure Management Vendor Contract Negotiation IT Transformation Cyber Security Compliance (Sarbanes Oxley, PCI) Team Leadership Budget Management Change Management and adoption