IT Head (Retail / Manufacturing / Pharma)

HRTx Inc; Calamba; On-site; PHP 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

HRTx Inc is seeking a seasoned IT Head to steer the organization’s technology strategy and day-to-day IT operations. The role requires a senior leader adept at balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution, managing infrastructure, SAP and enterprise systems, and driving IT initiatives aligned with business goals.

The ideal candidate brings 12–15 years of IT operations leadership, with at least 5 years in a managerial role, and strong communication and stakeholder management skills to

Qualifications

• Senior IT leader with 12–15 years of managing IT operations.
• 5+ years in managerial or senior leadership roles.
• Proven experience as strategic and hands-on IT leader.
• Experience in large FMCG/pharmaceutical/manufacturing environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of SAP and enterprise systems.
• Track record in IT projects, system implementations, and PMO.
• Process orientation with continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to align IT with business needs across multiple functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT strategy, roadmap, operations, and service delivery for the organization.
• Manage IT infrastructure, applications and enterprise systems.
• Oversee SAP administration and optimization along with other enterprise systems.
• Drive IT projects, upgrades, integrations, and process improvements.
• Ensure availability, security, and efficiency of IT systems.
• Identify opportunities to enhance IT processes and operational efficiency.
• Provide hands-on support for critical issues and major initiatives.
• Partner with senior management to translate business needs into IT solutions.
• Develop and manage the IT team, fostering accountability and collaboration.

Skills

IT leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

SAP

Enterprise systems

Project management

Continuous improvement

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Tools

SAP

Job description

Office location:

Canlubang, Laguna

Work setup:

Full Onsite

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, Dayshift

Role Overview

The IT Head will lead the overall IT function, overseeing technology strategy, systems, infrastructure, and day‑to‑day IT operations. The role requires a senior leader who can balance strategic planning with hands-on involvement in technology initiatives, projects, and operational requirements.

Qualifications

• At least 12 to 15 years of managing the overall IT operations experience, with significant experience leading or managing an overall IT function, including 5 years of managerial or senior leadership experience.
• Proven experience as both a strategic and hands-on/tactical IT leader.
• Experience in a large FMCG, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or similarly complex enterprise environment is highly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP and enterprise systems.
• Proven experience in IT projects, systems implementation, and project management.
• Strong process orientation with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple IT functions while aligning technology initiatives with business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the overall IT strategy, roadmap, operations, and service delivery of the organization.
• Manage IT infrastructure, applications, enterprise systems, and overall technology operations.
• Oversee the administration and optimization of SAP and other enterprise systems.
• Lead and manage IT projects, systems implementations, upgrades, integrations, and process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure the availability, reliability, security, and efficiency of IT infrastructure and business‑critical systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve IT processes, systems, and operational efficiency through technology and continuous improvement.
• Provide hands‑on technical and operational support when required, particularly for critical issues and major initiatives.
• Partner with senior management and key business stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into effective IT solutions.
• Lead, develop, and manage the IT team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.