Jim Buck

Background

About Jim Buck

I am a business focused, IT leader who delivers transformational technology solutions that impact growth and profitability. I successfully deliver aggressive IT initiatives that are both critical in nature and complex in scale. Using a strategic and collaborative approach, I ensure technology plans align with business priorities. As a resilient change leader, I have led IT strategy, delivery and operations for Fortune 50 companies across retail, consumer goods, financial, telecommunications and health care. I understand the long-term drivers and implications of technology decisions, thus ensuring optimal IT investment. I establish clear technology plans, then, leveraging bias for action, agree on execution approach. I tailor communications to support my teams and engage diverse stakeholders to ensure effective delivery. I’ve successfully employed diverse technologies that drive innovative customer experiences. I have a relentless passion to improve business performance and drive growth. I am a collaborative, empowering and authentic leader. My teams view me as a supportive advocate and coach willing to roll up my sleeves when needed. I lead change with a calm and empathetic approach. My business partners value my technology foresight and business acumen, and trust my judgment when difficult decisions are required. Specialties- Strategic technology transformation including building and restructuring global teams, implementing improved technology delivery methods and modernizing legacy technology - Designed and delivered new solutions for multi-channel consumer engagement including ecommerce, contact centers, in-store kiosks and point of sale systems - Partnered with C-level leaders to develop multi-year technology strategy, technology investment prioritization and ongoing governance for a technology portfolio of over $80M - IT Infrastructure Operations - Technical Project Management - Technologies Implementation