Position: Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Manufacturing

Key Responsibilities:

Define and execute the company's technology strategy and digital transformation roadmap, aligning IT with core manufacturing and business objectives.

Lead the implementation, optimization, and management of core enterprise systems, with deep expertise in SAP Business One (SAP B1) for manufacturing modules.

Spearhead process automation initiatives across production, supply chain, and administration to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and improve accuracy.

Oversee all networking, infrastructure, and systems management, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability of IT operations.

Manage the IT department budget, vendor relationships, and technology investments to ensure ROI and support growth.

Champion innovation by evaluating and integrating new technologies (IoT, AI, advanced analytics) relevant to smart manufacturing and retail.

Ensure robust data governance, cybersecurity, and disaster recovery protocols are in place and compliant with regional standards.

Provide strategic leadership to the IT team, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a CTO or Head of IT role within a manufacturing or FMCG environment.

Proven, hands-on expertise in SAP B1 implementation and management, specifically for manufacturing processes.

Demonstrated success in leading process automation and digital transformation projects.

Strong foundational knowledge in networking, systems architecture, and infrastructure management.

Strategic thinker with excellent financial and project management acumen.

Outstanding leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits:

Highly competitive, tax-free executive salary package.

Opportunity to shape the technological future of a leading manufacturing and fragrance brand.

Strategic leadership role with significant autonomy and impact.

Comprehensive executive benefits and long-term incentive plans.