About the job

We are on the lookout for an exceptional Chief Information Officer (CIO) who will lead our clients' cutting-edge Digital Transformation initiatives on a global scale. If you are a seasoned technology leader that is ready to shape the future of the Consumer Goods industry, drive innovation and make a significant impact, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Role Overview:

As the Global CIO, you will be responsible for leading the global Digital Transformation strategy and driving the adoption of technology to improve business processes and customer experiences. This is a senior leadership role that will require you to collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including executives, business leaders, and IT professionals, to deliver transformative initiatives across various domains such as S/4HANA, Data & analytics, Software Engineering, Cyber Security, CRM, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, R&D and other transformation topics.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive Digital Transformation roadmap, aligning technology initiatives with the overall business strategy.
• Lead and manage global Digital Transformation programs, ensuring successful delivery within timeframes, budget, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with business leaders to identify and prioritize technology needs and opportunities, aligning IT initiatives with business objectives.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with technology partners and vendors, ensuring effective collaboration and delivery of services.

Required skills & experience:

• Proven experience in leading global Digital Transformation programs within the Consumer Goods, Life Sciences or similar industry domains.
• Extensive knowledge of working in SAP environments, ideally S/4HANA
• Experience in leading global teams responsible for but not limited to - Data & analytics, Software Engineering, Cyber Security, CRM, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, R&D, Etc.
• Strong background in M&A activities
• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen, with the ability to align technology initiatives with organizational objectives.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale IT budgets and vendor relationships.
• Proven ability to drive change, innovation, and continuous improvement in a complex global organization

If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity then please get in touch to arrange an initial consultation.