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Head of IT (FMCG)

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Keywords: IT leadership, ERP, automation, data analytics, project management Our client is seeking a seasoned Head of IT to join their team in Kuala Lumpur. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between the IT department and various business functions, driving company-wide efficiencies with automation and data analytics. The successful candidate will be instrumental in digitising ways of working across different functions, aligning with international technology and architecture standards. * Heading the local IT strategy & team * Oversee digital transformation projects and operations * Driving efficiencies with automation and data analytics

What you'll do:

As the Head of IT, you will play a crucial role in planning, project management, and leading implementations. You will identify opportunities for automation, cost savings, and service quality improvements. Your responsibilities will also include providing an infrastructure services vision that leverages IT trends to create business value. You will participate in formulating the company's enterprise architecture and business system plans while ensuring alignment with strategic business goals. Additionally, you will conduct product and vendor evaluations to ensure best-in-class technologies are utilised.

  • Planning, project management and implementation leadership
  • Identifying opportunities for automation, cost savings and service quality improvement
  • Providing infrastructure services vision and leveraging IT trends for business value
  • Participating in the formulation of the company’s enterprise architecture and business system plan
  • Conducting product and vendor evaluations
  • Managing strategic vendor partner relationships
  • Overseeing complex infrastructure implementation, system upgrades and operational troubleshooting
  • Ensuring comprehensive disaster recovery architecture and operations

What you bring:

As the ideal candidate for the Head of IT position, you bring a wealth of IT project management skills to the table. You have a proven track record in driving business strategies such as automation and analytics, with over 10 years of IT experience under your belt. Your hands-on technical depth enables you to provide direct oversight and problem-solving leadership for complex issue resolution.

  • Proven IT project management skills
  • Experience coordinating key applications implementation
  • Track record in driving business strategies such as automation and analytics
  • Minimum 10 years of experience managing IT Team within local & regional scope.
  • Experience partnering with other functional leaders to simplify and digitise ways of working
  • Functional/integration experience in relevant areas of ERP within similar industry.
  • Project Management experience - managed sizeable scale of projects deliverable, managing business stakeholders.
  • Hands-on technical depth enables direct oversight, problem-solving leadership for complex issue resolution.
  • Familiarity with FMCG industry knowledge.

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a renowned organisation that values innovation and efficiency. They are committed to providing a supportive work environment where employees can grow and thrive. With a focus on digitisation and modern technologies, they strive to stay ahead of the curve in their industry. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values its employees and offers opportunities for professional growth.

What's next:

Ready to take the next step in your IT leadership career? Apply today by clicking on the link. We look forward to receiving your application!

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Tech & Transformation

Focus: ERP

Industry: IT

Salary: MYR240,000 - MYR264,000 per annum + Market Aligned Benefits

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Job Reference: P2YR2X-5E7C83BF

Date posted: 20 January 2025

Consultant: Benjamin Chai

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