Job Description
<p style="margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">About the Role:</span></span></span></b></span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">The company is seeking a highly experienced and visionary <b>Chief Information Officer (CIO)</b> to join its leadership team. The ideal candidate will currently hold the CIO position in a reputed and sizable company in India, recognized for their exceptional IT systems and solutions. The CIO will be responsible for driving IT innovation, overseeing technology strategy and ensuring the implementation of cutting-edge IT solutions to support the manufacturing, distribution and other core operations of the group. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<p style="margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Key Responsibilities:</span></span></span></b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-top:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Develop and execute the group’s IT strategy in alignment with business objectives and industry trends.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Oversee the implementation, optimization, and maintenance of <b>SAP applications</b> and related IT solutions to enhance manufacturing, distribution and other processes.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Lead the evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies to ensure the company remains at the forefront of IT advancements including integration of AI.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Manage IT infrastructure, systems, and security to ensure operational efficiency and data protection.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement technology-driven solutions that improve productivity and business outcomes.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Build and mentor a high-performing IT team, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Ensure compliance with relevant IT standards, regulations, and best practices.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Provide strategic guidance to the executive team on technology investments and initiatives.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
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<p style="margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Qualifications:</span></span></span></b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-top:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Proven track record as a <b>CIO</b> in a reputable and sizable company in India, with a strong reputation for IT systems and solutions.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-top:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">15 to 20 years’ experience across top companies in India / globally.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Extensive experience in implementing and managing <b>SAP applications</b> for manufacturing and distribution.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Deep understanding of IT solutions and innovations relevant to modern business environments.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale IT transformations and manage complex projects.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Experience in IT governance, cybersecurity, and compliance.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Master’s or equivalent degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field ideally from an IIT / BITS or any other leading global engineering college.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
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