Head of IT – Strategic Technology Leadership

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Head of Information Technology to provide strategic technology leadership for a leading organization in Saudi Arabia. The role will drive innovative, secure, and high‑performing IT solutions across a complex industrial environment.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute a long‑term IT, ERP, and technology strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead IT operations, enterprise systems, infrastructure, and technology transformation initiatives.
• Ensure high‑availability IT services supporting critical business operations.
• Oversee IT infrastructure, networks, servers, applications, and operational technology (OT) environments.
• Drive innovation through cloud solutions, IoT, AI‑driven analytics, and digital platforms.
• Manage ERP strategy, application roadmaps, and business systems optimization (SAP, Oracle).
• Establish cybersecurity, governance, data management, and business continuity practices.
• Oversee disaster recovery planning, system resilience, and technology risk management.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field; Master’s degree highly desirable.
• 15+ years of progressive IT experience with 5–7+ years in senior IT leadership.
• Proven experience managing ERP implementations (SAP, Oracle) and large‑scale IT projects.
• Strong background in IT infrastructure, OT, and enterprise systems within a distributed environment.
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity, IT governance, data management, and business continuity.

Required skills

• SAP
• Oracle
• IT infrastructure
• Operational Technology (OT)
• Cybersecurity
• Cloud solutions
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• AI‑driven analytics
• Digital platforms
• Enterprise applications