Group Executive: Digital Technology

3 months ago

Durban North, South Africa Aspen Pharma Group Full time

Develop and lead the Group’s digital technology strategy, aligning technology deployment with business objectives to ensure competitive advantage.
- Lead Aspen’s digital and innovation transformation program, fostering a culture of innovation within the technology teams. Identify opportunities for emerging technologies such as AI, IoT, and blockchain to drive competitive advantage.
- Collaborate with the senior management team and stakeholders to scan for emerging technologies that support business growth and innovation.
- Formulate and execute a technology strategy, focusing on innovation, security, cost control, and system reliability.
- Oversee the deployment and management of current and future technology systems, ensuring their scalability and agility to meet evolving business needs.
- Ensure robust cybersecurity measures are in place and manage risks and compliance
- Build and lead a high-performing digital technology team by driving employee engagement, high performance and coaching.
- Establish and maintain governance frameworks that ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory standards, including King IV and oversee the development of policies and standards for implementing and operating technology systems.
- Manage Aspen’s technology budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources. Establish rigorous financial controls and challenge pricing internally and with external vendors.
- Oversee the successful delivery of all technology-related projects across Aspen’s global operations. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
- Ensure the continuous delivery of technology services by working closely with the shared service partners and associated vendors.
- Stay ahead of the latest technology trends, with a particular focus on pharmaceutical industry innovations. Ensure Aspen remains at the forefront of digital technology advancements by integrating new tools and technologies into the business when appropriate.
- Collaborate with other senior executives to ensure technology initiatives are integrated with broader business plans. Work closely with departments such as finance, operations, and marketing to optimize digital tools and technologies to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.

**Education**: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related field. An MBA or relevant advanced degree is preferred.

**Experience**: At least 15 years in a relevant technology or business environment, with 10 years in executive leadership.

**Certifications**: TOGAF, GxP, ISO 9000, BPM, SDLC, ITIL, DevOps, Agile, COBIT (preferred).

**Skills & Attributes**:

- Proven ability to lead large-scale, multijurisdictional technology programs.
- Expertise in aligning technology strategies with business goals to achieve commercial success.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
- Excellent knowledge of business processes, budgeting, and financial analysis.
- Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
- Strategic thinker with exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
- Superior communication and stakeholder management skills with experience at the executive and board levels.
- Knowledge of emerging technologies like AI, IoT, and blockchain, and how to leverage them for business gain.

**Competencies**:
Business
- Create the Future
- Accountability/Ownership

People
- Communicate Effectively
- Dealing with ambiguity Embrace Change

Self
- Contribute Special Expertise
- Take Action with Integrity

**Why Join Us?**
At Aspen, we foster a culture of innovation and growth. As the Group Executive: Digital Technology, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of our digital landscape, with the opportunity to drive real impact across our global operations. We offer a dynamic and collaborative environment where your ideas can flourish and your leadership will be at the forefront of business transformation.

Aspen is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups through a fair recruitment and selection process in line with Aspen’s Transformation Agenda.

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