Location
City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Salary
Not specified
Type
fulltime
Posted
Today
Job Description
THE OPPORTUNITY THAT AWAITS YOU
A forward‑thinking, multi‑site organisation is seeking a
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
/
IT Manager (BI Stack)
to lead a high‑impact digital transformation and build a modern, scalable technology ecosystem.
In this strategic role, you'll define and execute the technology vision — driving automation, real‑time insights, and scalable growth. You’ll act as the central authority on data and architecture while building internal capability and delivering meaningful business outcomes.
Ideal for a hands‑on technology leader who thrives on ownership, impact, and driving change at scale.
WHAT YOU WILL BE BUILDING
- A comprehensive digital transformation roadmap aligned to business strategy
- A cloud‑first architecture replacing legacy/manual processes
- A centralised data platform serving as a single source of truth
- Integrated systems across core business functions (finance, operations, payroll, etc.)
- Real‑time dashboards and reporting capabilities for decision support
- Automated workflows replacing manual reconciliation and reporting
- Internal tools that drive operational efficiency and visibility
- Scalable, secure technology systems designed for long‑term growth
OUR REQUIRED EXPERTISE
- 8\+ years' experience in technology leadership roles
- Proven success in leading digital transformation and cloud adoption initiatives
- Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP)
- Solid background in data architecture, engineering, and integrations (SQL, APIs, ETL)
- Exposure to business intelligence tools (e.g: Power BI or similar)
- Experience integrating complex systems into unified environments
- Strong understanding of governance, security, and compliance frameworks
- Demonstrated ability to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions
- Experience building and leading high‑performing, cross‑functional teams
- Ability to operate effectively in fast‑paced, evolving environments
Qualification:
Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
BONUS:
- Experience in multi‑site or high‑volume operational environments
- Exposure to retail, franchise, or distributed business models
- Experience working with automation and advanced analytics initiatives
- Track record of vendor selection and technology partner management
YOUR REWARD
- Competitive executive‑level salary and benefits
- Strategic leadership role with direct influence on business direction
- Opportunity to build and scale a modern technology function from the ground up
- A high‑impact role at the forefront of digital transformation
- Collaborative executive environment with strong cross‑functional engagement
- Based in Cape Town in a permanent role \+ perks
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