Chief Information Officer (CIO)

The Role The CIO will develop and execute the Group's digital and technology strategy, translating business priorities into practical technology initiatives that deliver measurable commercial value. Key areas of responsibility will include:

• Lead the enterprise-wide Digital Transformation Strategy and technology roadmap . • Identify and prioritise technology investments based on commercial value, operational improvement and return on investment. • Develop and implement an enterprise AI strategy , including appropriate governance, information security and responsible adoption. • Accelerate the practical application of AI, automation and emerging technologies across the business. • Transform Business Intelligence and management reporting , providing meaningful, accurate and increasingly real-time information for better decision-making. • Strengthen enterprise data governance, master data, analytics and information management . • Lead the development of the organisation's B2B e-commerce and digital customer capabilities . • Drive business process digitisation, workflow automation and the transition towards a more paperless operating environment. • Oversee the optimisation and continued development of ERP, WMS and other critical enterprise applications and integrations . • Provide leadership across cybersecurity, information protection, cloud, infrastructure, networks, disaster recovery and business continuity . • Establish strong technology project governance and ensure major initiatives are delivered on time, within budget and against defined business outcomes. • Build and lead a high-performing technology team and develop digital capability and adoption throughout the organisation. • Partner closely with the CEO, Executive Committee and operational leadership to identify where technology can improve profitability, productivity, customer service and operational efficiency . Experience & Qualifications

• A relevant degree-level technical qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline. A relevant postgraduate technology or business qualification would be advantageous.
• 1012 years' senior IT leadership experience , ideally within a sizeable, complex or multi-site organisation.
• A proven track record of leading significant digital transformation programmes.
• Strong experience across enterprise systems, ERP implementation/development and systems integration .
• Practical leadership exposure to AI, Business Intelligence, data analytics and reporting .
• Sound knowledge of enterprise architecture and cloud/hybrid technology

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