Head of It

3 weeks ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Ultra Personnel Full time

Matric and Degree or Technical Diploma in the field of computer science or business related.

Masters in Business Administration (preferred)

7 Years IT Management Skills

Must have IT management experience within a global or international organisation - this is not negotiable

7 Years technical / business experience in different IT disciplines

Proven track record in implementing IT systems

Previous experience involving SAP is essential

Manage and oversee a team of 25 IT staff which includes digital, data, security, business analytics etc

Proven track record of running a fit for purpose IT team and world class, slick IT function

Exposure to the FMCG or Pharmaceutical industry will secure but not essential

Proven experience in supply chain, sales & marketing, distribution, warehousing, CRM systems.

Proven experience with business-to-business integration

In depth experience of implementing and running ERP systems

Experience with systems design and development from business requirements analysis through to day-to-day management.

Proven experience in IT planning, organization, management, and development.

**Knowledge**:

- Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
- Supply Chain Processes
- Project Management
- General computer skills
- ERP Systems
- Cloud-based Solutions & Platforms
- Considerable knowledge and experience of business processes management, alignment and control, as well as IT technologies.
- Knowledge of governance requirements, pertinent laws and regulations.
- Proven track record of partnering with a business and developing IT strategies to support the business in achieving its vision.

**Skills and Attributes**:

- Exemplary leadership skills, people manager
- Ability to think strategically and innovatively around total rewards Commercial and strategic awareness
- Independent and self-directed individual that can drive execution
- Effective problem solving and decision making
- Ability to build strong relationships with management and demonstrate strong leadership skills
- Applicant must be commercially astute and be able to engage with the business on commercial matter
- Demonstrated ability to implement IT to solve business process problems, as well as discernment to prioritize IT spend and deliver required value within budget
- Understanding of human resource management principles, practices, and procedures
- Ability to develop and mentor a team towards common goals and objectives and manage conflict

**Strategy & Planning**:

- Participate in strategic and operational governance processes of the business organization as a member of the senior management team from an IT perspective.
- Lead IT strategic and operational planning to achieve business goals by fostering innovation, prioritizing IT initiatives, and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future IT systems for the business unit.
- Develop and maintain an appropriate IT organizational structure that supports the needs of the business unit.
- Establish IT departmental goals, objectives, and operating procedures.
- Identify opportunities for the appropriate and cost-effective investment of financial resources in IT systems and resources, including staffing, sourcing, purchasing, and in-house development.
- Assess and communicate risks associated with IT investments.
- Develop, track, and control the information technology annual operating and capital budgets.
- Develop business case justifications and cost/benefit analyses for IT spending and initiatives.
- Participate in the development and execution of an enterprise-wide disaster recovery and business continuity plan together with key business stakeholders.

**Operational Management**:

- Ensure continuous delivery of IT services through oversight of service level agreements with end users and monitoring of IT systems performance.
- Establish lines of control for current and proposed information systems.
- Keep current with trends and issues in the IT industry, including current and future technologies.
- Promote and oversee strategic relationships between internal IT team, Business stakeholders, external entities, vendors, and partner organizations.
- Be a trusted advisor advising the business on technology selections and initiatives ensuring business and IT alignment.
- Supervise recruitment, development, retention, and organization of all IT staff in accordance with corporate budgetary objectives and personnel policies

**Improvement Processes**:

- Position SA Commercial Business Unit in the field of ICT as a world class organization.
- Leads SA Commercial Business in the implementation of cost-effective ICTs which must position all Business Units to make sound strategic business decisions.
- Provide strong leadership and critical business insights to maximize effectiveness and growth.
- Leverage the potential use of knowledge and information and the related technologies to provide competitive advantage and growth opportuni


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