Head - Technology & Innovation - Industrial/Steel Sector (5-20 yrs)

Position: Head - Technology and Innovation

Location: Ethiopia, East Africa (with possible travel across Africa specially Angola)

Reporting to - Group Managing Director

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to join our Group as the Head of Technology and Innovation. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for spearheading the digital transformation journey across all group companies, with a focus on industrial sectors including the steel industry. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of hands-on technical expertise, process orientation, and strategic thinking to lead enterprise-wide change initiatives, including ERP deployment, automation, and digital innovation.

Job Description:

- Lead and execute the Group's digital transformation strategy with measurable outcomes.

- Oversee full-scale ERP integration (e.g., Lighthouse, SAP B1) across all departments and geographies.

- Drive the organization towards a paperless, data-driven culture through digitization of core functions.

- Evaluate and implement appropriate technologies tailored to specific market needs in Africa

- Design and deliver digital tools including CRM systems, IoT integrations, data warehousing, and mobile applications.

- Build and manage a high-performing internal innovation and software development team.

- Collaborate with external consultants and developers to support specialized technology implementations

- Ensure robust IT governance, documentation, and scalable systems architecture across all initiatives.

- Champion innovation, automation, and continuous improvement practices within business processes.

- Create standardized protocols for software development, UI/UX design, and data infrastructure.

Growth Path & Vision:

The Head of Technology and Innovation will have the mandate to grow a full-scale digital and innovation team, define the long-term tech roadmap, and establish a future-ready digital ecosystem. The role offers significant autonomy to drive results and be a strategic partner in the Group's vision for transformation

Requirement:

- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or related field.

- 5+Years in digital transformation, ERP implementation, or technology leadership

- Background in Industrial Sector is required, Steel Industry exp is highly preferred