IT EXECUTIVE

Must have experience in Pharmaceutical or FMCG sector and Industry 4.0/Pharma 4.0 exposure.

Reporting to

Chief Executive Officer

Job Purpose To provide strategic direction aimed at aligning information technology (IT) with business goals, including but not limited to developing, leading and implementing an IT strategy that meets the company's current and emerging business needs and supports the digital transformation of the business, steering the building of relevant IT infrastructure and directing IT investments, projects, costs, and innovation accordingly.

Required Learning

BSc/BCom in Computer Science or related field.

Minimum 10 years IT work experience required, including at least 5 years as a CIO/IT Director/IT Executive in accompany with a revenue of at least 5 Billion

In-depth understanding of a tier 1 ERP systems (Oracle/SAP).

Understanding of Factory Systems.

Understanding of Quality Assurance and Quality Control systems.

Industry 4.0/Pharma 4.0 exposure.

Pharmaceutical or FMCG sector

Key Job Outputs

IT Strategy

Develop, implement and maintain the overall IT strategy aligned with the companys business strategy.

Ensure that technology initiatives support and enhance the overall business strategy.

Information Security

Oversee the development and implementation of Cyber security strategies, tools and measures to protect the companys information assets.

IT Governance

Establish and implement IT policies, procedures, and standards.

Ensure that IT practices align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Align IT governance to support overall corporate governance.

Focus on data management and protection of personal information.

Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery and Risk Management

Develop and maintain a business continuity plan in the event of IT disruptions or disasters.

Implement strategies to minimize downtime and data loss.

Identify potential risks and ensure plans, systems and structure in place to manage risk.

Technology Management

Manage the design, implementation, and maintenance of a robust IT infrastructure.

Ensure that all operating systems and hardware technology are secure, reviewed, maintained, and expanded on for operational efficiency.

Manage the lifecycle of the technology solutions.

Steer the building / upgrading of IT infrastructure.

Operational software license management.

Application Systems Management

Enhance and maintain current applications landscape.

Investigate, source and / or develop new systems as required by the company.

Ensure seamless system integration for internal systems as well as integration to external systems.

Monitor systems implementation and measure use thereof, and manage user expectations.

Manage the maintenance, support, and upgrade of existing systems to ensure smooth running of the business.

Keep abreast of the latest trends and changes in technologies and advise management accordingly.

Application systems software license management.

Business Information

Manage the Business Information function to ensure reliable and timely reporting and dashboards.

Enhance and expand Business Information to improve overall information availability to facilitate sound business decisions.

Digital Transformation

Support the digital transformation of the business.

Identify opportunities to leverage technology for digital transformation.

Lead the implementation of Industry 4.0/Pharma 4.0 principles.

IT Project Management

Lead the implementation of IT projects from initiation to completion, including planning, financial and resource allocation, risk management, and timely delivery.

Manage expenditure to ensure projects are delivered within the approved budget.

Track, monitor and report on project progress and advise on challenges regarding project implementation.

Stakeholder Relationship Management

Create sound working relationship with colleagues on Exco team and rest of Management teams.

Build and manage sound working relationships with the IT service provider(s).

Financial Management

Prepare the annual expense and capex budgets for the department and monitor and manage expenditure against approved budgets.

Ensure procurement in compliance with procurement policies and authorise expenses aligned to the approved budget.

Manage departmental assets.

Human Capital Management

Ensure appropriate IT Organisational structure and staff in place to support IT Strategy.

Provide guidance, coaching, mentoring and advice to subordinates.

Promote a working environment and culture that rewards productivity and results, team orientation and employee well-being.

Set clear performance standards and objectives and drives performance.

Actively lead by example and champion diversity and inclusion in everyday actions and decisions.

Model and entrench the values of the organization.

Exhibit thought leadership around new ideas, strategies and opportunities.

Attributes

Strategic orientation.

Ability to work independently.

Understanding of Global Trends

Stakeholder management and Collaboration.

Function well under pressure with agile mindset.

Innovation and Proactivity.

High ethical standards.

High Emotional Intelligence.

Agility.

Solution orientated, critical thinker and sound decision-making abilities.