Chief Technology & Digital Transformation Officer - Manufacturing

Role Overview

The Chief Technology & Digital Transformation Officer (CTDTO) leads the conception and deployment of enterprise-wide digital and technological initiatives to foster growth, operational efficiency, innovation, cybersecurity, and sustained competitive advantage in the manufacturing sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee a 3-5 year technology and digital transformation roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Modernize legacy systems and migrate to cloud-based, data-centric, and AI-driven operational frameworks.
• Champion digital transformation across manufacturing, supply chain, sales, customer service, finance, HR, and corporate governance.
• Set up innovation platforms, digital labs, and engage with technology partners, startups, and academia.
• Lead initiatives in automation, Industry 4.0, IoT, advanced analytics, and intelligent operations.
• Manage enterprise architecture, infrastructure, cloud strategy, and integration platforms ensuring scalability and continuity.
• Govern ERP, CRM, WMS, MES, PLM, BI systems and related platform strategies.
• Implement cybersecurity policies, data privacy measures, regulatory compliance (e.g., ISO 27001, NCA, PDPL) and crisis recovery plans.
• Create unified data governance and analytics strategies enabling AI-driven decision-making.
• Chair technology investment committees, prioritize projects by ROI and strategic fit, and oversee budgets and vendor relations.
• Build and lead a multidisciplinary technology organization, fostering agile and product-focused operational practices.
• Advise executive leadership and board on technological trends, risks, and progress reports.

Deliverables

• Comprehensive digital & technology strategic roadmap
• Enterprise architecture framework
• Cybersecurity and data governance models
• Growing digital transformation project portfolio with clear milestones and ROI
• Industry 4.0 and smart factory implementations
• Programs enabling AI and advanced analytics capabilities
• Optimized IT operating and talent management models

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline
• Master's degree (MBA, MSc, or equivalent) is highly valued
• Professional certifications such as CIO, TOGAF, PMP, ITIL, CISSP, CISM, or Cloud Architect are advantageous
• 15 to 25 years of leadership in technology or digital transformation roles
• Prior experience as CIO, CTO, or equivalent role at enterprise or group level
• Proven leadership in overseeing large-scale ERP, cloud, data, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives
• Experience within regulated or publicly listed entities is preferred
• Familiarity with industrial, manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, or complex multi-sector enterprises is a strong plus

Core Competencies

• Strategic prowess in designing enterprise digital transformation aligned with governance and risk management at board level
• Visionary leadership with focus on change management, business and technology alignment, and stakeholder influence
• Technical expertise spanning cloud architectures, cybersecurity, AI, ERP systems, and Industry 4.0 technologies
• Strong personal values including integrity, governance, commercial acumen, systemic thinking, and execution excellence
• Ability to lead and motivate large organizations through transformational change

Additional Information

• Open to candidates of any nationality; bilingual proficiency is preferred.