Chief Technology Officer - CTO | Saudi Holding Company

BasharSoft; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in Saudi Arabia is looking for a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead their technology strategy and drive digital transformation, focusing on Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP. The ideal candidate will have extensive IT leadership experience, a proven track record in ERP project management, and strong skills in team and stakeholder management. This role offers the opportunity to impact technology initiatives significantly within the organization.

Qualifications

• 8 - 10 years of IT leadership experience.
• 4 years leading ERP implementations, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Proven record in managing large-scale ERP projects.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the technology roadmap focused on Microsoft Dynamics ERP.
• Lead the implementation of Dynamics 365 modules.
• Establish ERP governance and compliance frameworks.

Skills

Technology Leadership

ERP Implementation

System Integration

Cybersecurity

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, IT, Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for leading the company’s technology strategy and driving its digital transformation journey with a strong focus on Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP . The CTO plays a pivotal role in fostering innovation, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring scalability by overseeing the design, implementation, and optimization of Microsoft Dynamics ERP across the organization.

As both a strategic leader and a technical authority , the CTO bridges business objectives with ERP capabilities, ensuring seamless system integration and sustainable long-term value creation.

Key Responsibilities

Technology Leadership & Strategy

• Define and execute the company’s overall technology roadmap with a strong focus on Microsoft Dynamics ERP.
• Align ERP and IT initiatives with organizational strategy and growth objectives.
• Provide thought leadership on emerging technologies and their integration with Dynamics 365.

ERP Implementation & Optimization

Lead the end-to-end implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance, Supply Chain, HR, and related modules.

Customize and configure Dynamics ERP to meet organizational requirements.

Ensure seamless integration with other business systems.

Oversee data migration, system upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Develop dashboards, reporting frameworks, and analytics to support executive decision-making.

Governance, Security & Compliance

Establish ERP governance, cybersecurity protocols, and compliance frameworks.

Ensure Dynamics ERP meets local and international compliance standards.

Implement role-based access and security controls within the ERP environment.

Team & Stakeholder Management

Build and lead an ERP / IT team with strong Microsoft Dynamics capabilities.

Provide training, guidance, and change management strategies to ensure user adoption.

Act as the key liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams.

Vendor & Partner Collaboration

Manage relationships with Microsoft, Dynamics implementation partners, and third-party solution providers.

Negotiate contracts and service-level agreements to ensure cost-effectiveness.

Stay updated on Microsoft Dynamics updates, releases, and ecosystem advancements.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).

8 - 10 years of IT leadership experience, including 4 years leading ERP (Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred) implementations.

Proven track record in managing large-scale Microsoft Dynamics ERP projects.

Strong understanding of business processes : Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Sales & CRM.

Expertise in system integration, data governance, and cybersecurity.

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Key Competencies

Deep knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 modules and architecture.

Ability to translate business requirements into ERP solutions.

Skilled in leading digital transformation.

Strong vendor and partner management capabilities.