Full-Time
Director IT Project Management Office
Burlington Stores
10,001+ employees
Off-price retailer selling excess inventory
Compensation Overview
$135k - $175k/yr
Edgewater Park, NJ, USA
Hybrid
Hybrid work is listed for the Edgewater Park corporate office.
Bachelor's, MBA
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- A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree is required.
- Candidates must have held a senior PMO leadership role in a mid-sized or large retail organization, or have at least two years at Director level or above in management consulting, including consulting project management experience for retail clients.
- Candidates must have experience across multiple retail technology portfolios, including Stores, Supply Chain, Merchandising, Corporate, Infrastructure, and Cyber.
- Candidates must have extensive management experience with teams of five or more employees.
- Candidates must have experience with PMO key performance indicators and reporting.
- Candidates must have experience applying change management frameworks such as ADKAR/Prosci, Kotter’s, or Lewin’s.
- Candidates must be able to operate effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and make timely, effective business decisions through ambiguity.
- Candidates must be able to provide leadership and manage across a rapidly changing culture.
- Candidates must have highly developed communication skills appropriate for audiences at all levels of the Company.
- Candidates must be highly organized and have strong problem-solving abilities.
- Candidates must have a strong balance of technical and business aptitude and comprehension.
- Candidates must have experience configuring and using project management tools such as ServiceNow SPM, Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, and Jira.
- Lead the IT Project Management Office, providing delivery and governance for technology- and data-driven projects across the Company.
- Ensure project delivery quality, cost management, and policy compliance across all IT portfolios.
- Lead the annual Portfolio and Technology Roadmap planning exercise and maintain the Company’s Technology Roadmap.
- Provide oversight for IT portfolio management; project and change management standards; program and project governance; and PMO procedures, tools, and reporting.
- Manage, coach, mentor, and develop the IT PMO team and third-party contractors.
- Take overall responsibility for PMO management and delivery quality of IT portfolio projects, including project and change management, project budget management, and policy compliance.
- Remain accountable for the operational and financial results of the PMO.
- Manage stakeholder relationships and position IT as a trusted advisor across client portfolios.
- Meet commitments to internal clients and deliver initiatives supporting Company objectives, IT priorities, and functional goals.
- Provide strategic direction and coach and mentor project management staff.
- Recruit, retain, and develop a strong management team that assumes ownership and responsibility for its areas and personnel.
- Provide oversight for contract PMO resources, system integrators, and other vendor partners involved in IT project delivery.
- Set clear objectives and expectations for the PMO and manage team performance accordingly.
- Monitor associates’ job results and provide continual feedback through coaching and counseling; provide supportive feedback and address employee performance proactively.
- Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
- Handle critical issues and escalations during standard business hours and after hours as required to ensure continued business operations.
- Ensure the PMO operates in alignment with industry standards and best practices for project and change management.
- Define procedures, processes, and tools to continuously improve operational support and efficiency, deliver enhancements, and minimize costs.
- Ensure appropriate communications are in place to report problems and project status.
- Develop, plan, and implement strategy for company-wide IT project management.
- Provide strategic communication to Executive and Senior Leadership regarding project management plans, opportunities, business objectives, resources, financials, and project deliverables.
- Prepare and maintain the capital and expense budget for the IT PMO project portfolio.
- Oversee the definition, implementation, and reporting of project governance, project plans, project budgets, and project resourcing for IT PMO projects.
- Pursue issue resolution, communicate project status and issues to stakeholders, and escalate issues as needed.
- Maintain awareness and knowledge of contemporary project management methodology and provide suitable interpretation to Executive and Senior Leadership, Directors, Managers, and pertinent associates.
- Contribute to the evaluation and development of overall IT strategy and performance with the Senior Vice President and IT Leadership Team.
- An MBA is preferred.
- Project Management Professional certification is preferred but not required.
Burlington Stores offers brand-name clothing, home decor, and other goods at steep discounts through an off-price model. It buys excess inventory from manufacturers and other retailers and sells these items in its stores and online at reduced prices. The brand differentiates itself with a wide assortment, a loyalty program, gift cards, and a commitment to social responsibility and community initiatives. Its goal is to deliver substantial savings to budget-conscious shoppers while expanding reach across both physical stores and e-commerce, all while maintaining quality and value.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Greensboro, North Carolina
Founded
1923
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q1 2026 sales rose 14% and comps rose 6%, crushing guidance.
- Management raised FY2026 EPS guidance to $11.45-$11.80 after passing through Q1 outperformance.
- June 2026 Bryan County DC and April Buckeye groundbreaking expand supply-chain capacity.
What critics are saying
- Tariffs remain Burlington's biggest near-term risk; management warned of merchandise-margin pressure in 2026.
- FY2026 still excludes $10 million bankruptcy-lease expenses, which depress reported profitability.
- If TJX and Ross outbid Burlington for closeouts, its treasure-hunt model loses supply by 2027.
What makes Burlington Stores unique
- Burlington's reimagined 25,000-square-foot stores cut clutter and improve conversion versus legacy off-price formats.
- Its 2.1-million-square-foot Savannah DC adds automation, lowering transit times and transportation costs.
- 2026 expansion into 110 new stores extends national reach faster than peers.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
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Growth & Insights and Company News
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↑ 20%Burlington to open new DuBois store Aug. 14. DuBOIS - Burlington Stores will expand its presence in Pennsylvania later this month with the opening of a new location in DuBois. The off-price retailer will open its doors Friday, Aug. 14, at The Commons, 190 Commons Drive. The store will be Burlington's 44th location in Pennsylvania and is part of the company's nationwide expansion plan, which includes opening 110 new stores in 2026. Company officials said the DuBois location features Burlington's redesigned store format, which includes wider aisles, updated signage and a more organized layout intended to make shopping easier. More than half of Burlington's existing stores have already been converted to the new format, with the remaining locations expected to transition by the end of the year. "Delivering incredible value on brand-name and on-trend merchandise is at the heart of what we do," Burlington Stores Chief Executive Officer Michael O'Sullivan said. "Opening a new, modernized store in DuBois is an exciting step for us as we continue expanding Burlington locations nationwide. We look forward to giving local customers the chance to explore great savings, find fresh brands, and experience our new and improved store design." The DuBois store will offer merchandise across a variety of departments, including women's, men's and children's apparel, footwear, beauty products, home décor, baby items, pet supplies and toys. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will mark the grand opening on Aug. 14. Following the ceremony on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 14-15, the first 100 customers ages 18 and older each day will receive a $10 bonus card to use toward a purchase. As part of the grand opening celebration, Burlington will donate $5,000 to a local school through its partnership with AdoptAClassroom.org. The donation will help provide classroom supplies and educational materials, with the presentation taking place during the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The company is also hiring for a variety of positions as it continues to expand. Job opportunities are available online. The DuBois store will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Headquartered in New Jersey, Burlington Stores operates more than 1,200 locations in 47 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico. The retailer specializes in offering nationally recognized brands at discounted prices across apparel, accessories, home goods and other merchandise.
Discounters scoop up Houston retail. HOUSTON - (Realty News Report) - Discount stores including Nordstrom Rack, Burlington, HomeGoods, and dd's Discounts are scooping up vacant retail spaces as they expand in the Houston market. Nordstrom Rack, the off-price retail division of Nordstrom with five locations in Houston, will take over a former Bed, Bath & Beyond in Katy next year. Work will begin to build out a nearly 38,000-SF store at 24600 Katy Freeway in the Shoppes at Park West in January, according to a filing with TDLR. Completion is planned in August. Nordstrom Rack, which has 27 stores in Texas, offers a mix of apparel, accessories, beauty products, home décor, and shoes at prices up to 70% off. A McAllen location is expected to open this fall. The expansions come as retailers are projected to open about 5,500 stores nationwide this year, up about 4.4% over 2025 with discounters contributing to the gains, according to Coresight Research. Houston's retail occupancy held steady at 95.2% at midyear as discount stores, gyms, bookstores, and other retailers backfilled vacancies, according to the Weitzman commercial real estate firm. In Sugar Land, Burlington will fill the former Sugar Land location of Saks Off 5th, the off-price brand that closed stores as part of Saks Global's bankruptcy. Burlington will start work on a 25,000-SF store in September, with completion planned in March of 2027, according to a filing with TDLR. Burlington, which has expanded to more than 45 stores in the Houston area, offers apparel, beauty products, shoes, accessories, and home décor at up to 60% off, according to the company. In Meyerland Plaza, HomeGoods is building out a 33,689-SF space at the former Joann fabric store, according to a TDLR filing. The work is expected to start in November and wrap up in March of 2027. The off-price retail chain is a sister company to Marshalls, which also operate at Meyerland. Hobby Lobby is building out a store in Meyerland's long vacant Palais Royal. Across from Reliant Stadium, dd's Discounts, a division of Ross Stores, will open a new store as part of a national expansion. It will be the retailer's second store inside Loop 610, joining another at 6830 Harrisburg Blvd. in the East End. The build out of the 25,000-SF store at 8202 Kirby Drive will begin in late September, according to a filing with TDLR. Completion is planned in late January 2027. The new dd's Discounts lease brings another discounter to the Shops at three Corners, a Fiesta grocery store anchored property of Kimco Realty near Old Spanish Trail and Kirby Drive. Ross Dress for Less, a sister store to dd's Discounts, also operates in the center. The store will take over the former Office Depot space adjacent to Burlington, which occupies the former Big Lots spot. Ross Stores is on track to open 110 stores this year, including 85 Ross Dress for Less stores and 25 dd's Discounts, according to the company. dd's Discounts, which sells clothing, shoes, home merchandise, and toys for up to 70% off, has been expanding in Texas, California, Florida, North Carolina, and other markets. dd's Discounts has 365 stores in 23 states, including 20 in the Houston area. Marshalls, a division of the TJX Companies with 1,265 stores nationwide, will take over another former Big Lots in the Heights area. A 25,315-SF store is planned in the Merchants Park center at 919 N. Shepherd Drive, according to a TDLR filing. Primark, a discount fashion retailer founded in Ireland, has filled two empty malls spots in its U.S. expansion. Primark opened its second Houston area store in July. The 30,000-SF store occupies a portion of a former Sears store in Willowbrook Mall. The first location opened at Katy Mills Mall last year. Feature image: HomeGoods will occupy at the former Joann store in Meyerland Plaza. Realty News Report photo Copyright 2026
Burlington is opening 12 stores across eight US states and Puerto Rico in August as part of its expansion to over 1,000 locations. The company plans to open more than 100 stores by the end of 2026. CEO Michael O'Sullivan said the new stores will feature an improved store design. "Delivering incredible value on brand-name and on-trend merchandise is at the heart of what we do," he stated. The August openings include locations in Texas, Wisconsin, Missouri, Pennsylvania, California, Florida, Arizona, New York, and Puerto Rico. Stores will open on 6 August, 13 August, 20 August, and 27 August. Burlington also broke ground on a two-million-square-foot distribution centre near Phoenix in April, set to open in 2028.
New Burlington location set to open in Ridgewood. A new Burlington store will be opening this fall at 54-23 Myrtle Ave., Suite 300, in Ridgewood. This will mark the 76th retail location in New York State. Burlington locations were primarily known for their coats and outerwear. Today, they frequently offer deals of up to 60% off other retailers on top-quality branded merchandise for the whole family and home, including apparel, beauty and decor. The store is expected to receive new merch on a daily basis, allowing customers to find something new each visit. The new Burlington in Ridgewood will feature some of the top brands and trends at tremendous value, fashionable ladies' apparel and accessories at great deals and ranging a wide variety of sizes, big savings on menswear, including a wide assortment in big and tall sizes, new and fresh junior apparel, comfortable and affordable items for kids, footwear for all ages and sizes, beauty and fragrance essentials, affordable products for babies, home decor items for every season and holiday, pet care and toys and more. Burlington's goal has been to open 110 net new stores across the United States in 2026. These stores, including the Ridgewood location, will each have reimagined store designs reflecting Burlington's broader strategy of modernizing stores and making it easier for shoppers to find their preferred brands. Aisles will be wider and more organized. Additionally, bold signage will make navigating these stores more convenient. Audio Player I was born and raised on Long Island and reside in Bayside. Graduated Cum Laude from Hofstra University. Big Mets, Jets and Islanders fan. All comments are subject to our Community Guidelines. Schneps Media does not endorse the views shared by readers in our comment sections.
Elevate Textiles will permanently close its Burlington, North Carolina finishing plant on 31 December 2026, affecting 150 employees. The facility, which finishes and dyes textiles, expects most production to be completed by 30 September, though it will remain open during the notice period. Chief legal officer Kristin Hughes attributed the closure to changing market dynamics and reduced production volumes. Despite efforts to identify new product lines, identified volumes remain too low to maintain viable operations. The closure impacts the US textile supply chain significantly. Founded in 1923, Burlington produces performance synthetics, worsted wool and blended fabric, serving military, performance apparel, medical, interior furnishings and workwear markets. Earlier this month, Elevate Textiles commissioned a modernised dyehouse at its Raeford, North Carolina facility.