Senior Director, Global IT and Infrastructure

<div class="content-intro"><h2 class="job-details__description-header text-color-secondary font-family-secondary" data-bind="i18n: 'job-details.employer-description-title'">About Us</h2> <div class="job-details__description-content basic-formatter" data-bind="html: pageData().job.corporateDescription"> <div>Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally. </div> </div> <p> </p></div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About the Company</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Role Summary</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The Senior Director, Global IT & Infrastructure is responsible for defining and executing the global technology infrastructure strategy that enables Fanatics Collectibles to scale securely, reliably, and efficiently across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. This leader will oversee enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, workplace technology, service management, network engineering, and end-user support while ensuring technology capabilities align with long-term business strategy and operational priorities.</span><br><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">This role establishes the technology foundation required to support continued international expansion, acquisitions, and organizational growth. Working closely with executive and business leadership, the Senior Director will shape the long-term IT strategy, modernize infrastructure capabilities, and build a high-performing global organization.</span></p> <h1><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Primary Responsibilities</span></h1> <h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Enterprise Strategy & Technology Leadership</span></h2> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Define and execute the long-term Global IT & Infrastructure strategy aligned to business objectives and international growth.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop scalable infrastructure, cloud, workplace technology, and service management capabilities supporting North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Partner with executive leadership to align technology investments with long-term business priorities.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Evaluate emerging technologies to improve scalability, security, resilience, and employee experience.</span></li> </ul> <h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Global Infrastructure & Operations</span></h2> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Provide executive leadership for enterprise infrastructure, cloud operations, networking, workplace technology, service management, and end-user support.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Lead modernization of global infrastructure platforms.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Establish enterprise standards, governance, and operational processes.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ensure business continuity, disaster recovery, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance.</span></li> </ul> <h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Global Expansion & Mergers</span></h2> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Lead technology planning and execution for expansion across Europe and Asia Pacific.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop scalable integration strategies supporting mergers, acquisitions, and new business initiatives.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Partner with regional leaders to balance global consistency with local requirements.</span></li> </ul> <h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Operational Excellence</span></h2> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Establish service delivery standards, governance, and operational metrics.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop enterprise IT policies aligned with ITIL and industry best practices.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Oversee strategic vendor relationships and technology sourcing.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Lead infrastructure investment planning, budgeting, and cost optimization.</span></li> </ul> <h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Leadership & Organizational Development</span></h2> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Build and lead a high-performing global IT organization through senior managers and technical leaders.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Drive succession planning, leadership development, and talent acquisition.</span></li> <li style=&