Location:Toronto, ON, On-site 5 days per weekLanguage:English, advanced written and verbal communication requiredDuration:6-month contract (open to extension to up to 3 years total)Background Check Requirement:Criminal and Reference checkPay rates:$90-115/HR (relevant to experience)About the OpportunityA major retail transformation program is seeking an experienced Release Lead to support a large-scale enterprise modernization initiative focused on reshaping operations, supply chain capabilities, and technology delivery. This role will play a critical part in orchestrating complex releases across multiple business and IT workstreams, ensuring successful execution within aggressive timelines and evolving business priorities.Working alongside senior leadership, transformation partners, and cross-functional teams, you’ll help drive deployment readiness, cutover execution, and organizational alignment for a high-visibility program impacting enterprise-wide operations. This opportunity is ideal for a robust delivery professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and brings a structured, business-focused approach to large transformation initiatives.What’s In It for YouJoin a high-impact transformation program with enterprise-wide visibility and executive engagementWork alongside experienced business and technology leaders in a collaborative environmentGain exposure to large-scale retail and supply chain modernization initiativesContribute to meaningful organizational change within a complex and evolving business landscapeBe part of a team that values accountability, delivery excellence, and strategic thinkingYour ResponsibilitiesYou’ll lead release planning and execution activities across multiple workstreams involving large cross-functional teamsManage deployment and cutover strategies,



ensuring readiness across business and technical stakeholdersEnforce scope and timeline controls to maintain delivery integrity and prevent scope creepOversee RAID management activities, proactively identifying risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategiesProvide executive-level reporting and communicate project health, milestones, and release readiness updatesSupport organizational change management and business readiness efforts throughout the transformation lifecycleCoordinate delivery using a hybrid Agile and Waterfall methodology approachSkills and Qualifications10+ years of progressive project, program, or release management experience within large enterprise transformation environmentsProven experience leading large-scale software deployments, supply chain migrations, or retail transformation initiativesStrong expertise in deployment planning, cutover strategy, and business transformation deliveryAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Project and structured project planning methodologiesExperience managing teams of 100+ resources across business and IT functionsExceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skillsPMP or PRINCE2 certification is requiredExperience within retail, supply chain, ERP, or enterprise modernization programs is highly preferredFamiliarity with SAP, S4 HANA, BY Product Suite, iCertis, Ariba, or related enterprise retail systems is considered an assetAll qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Program Release Lead - Retail Transformation - $90 - $115 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Altis Technology
📍 Winnipeg