Head - Information Technology - Cement Conglomerate

We have been mandated for the below mentioned role for a global conglomerate into cement manufacturing.

The incumbent will be responsible for driving the development and execution of the company's IT strategy and portfolio. This position entails leading the establishment of enterprise-wide IT infrastructure, enforcing information security and privacy policies, and driving digital transformation initiatives to enhance business capabilities. The role holder with cross-functional teams to align IT solutions with business requirements and plays a crucial role in optimizing IT processes to support the organization's growth, innovation, and success.

IT Strategy and Portfolio Management:

- Develop and execute the IT strategy and portfolio aligned with the overall business strategy.

- Identify technology trends and opportunities to drive innovation and support organizational goals.

Enterprise IT Infrastructure:

- Lead the establishment of enterprise-wide IT infrastructure, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.

- Oversee the deployment and maintenance of hardware, software, networks, and systems.

Information Security and Privacy:

- Enforce policies and procedures to protect IT assets, ensure information security, and safeguard privacy.

- Collaborate with security teams to mitigate risks and respond to security incidents.

Digital Transformation:

- Drive digital transformation initiatives to enhance business capabilities, streamline processes, and improve customer experiences.

- Identify and implement digital solutions to achieve operational efficiency and competitive advantage.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align IT solutions with business requirements and priorities.

- Partner with business leaders to understand needs and deliver technology solutions that drive value.

Application Roadmaps and Development

- Plan application roadmaps and identify opportunities for enhancing operations and meeting business needs.

- Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of IT applications to support business growth.

Innovation and Industry Trends

- Stay updated with industry trends and technological advancements to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.

- Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their potential impact on the organization.

Process Optimization:

- Play a pivotal role in optimizing IT processes, ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and alignment with business goals.

- Implement best practices to enhance IT operations, service delivery, and support.

People Management:

- Lead, manage, motivate, and develop team members in order to maximise their contribution to the team, organisation, and their own professional development

- Manage the performance and development of staff to create and maintain an effective, motivated team

- Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback, periodically