DGM / GM – IT

CONNECTING 2 WORK; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions provider in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced IT Manager with expertise in Microsoft Navision and LS Retail. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of IT experience, focusing on retail, with strong analytical and leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing IT operations, implementing technology solutions, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of IT experience including 5+ years in retail.
• One end-to-end implementation in Microsoft Navision.

Responsibilities

• Establish technical and operational requirements.
• Plan and direct IT activities.
• Work with decision makers to identify technology solutions.
• Define and implement IT policies and best practices.
• Monitor network and systems performance.

Skills

Microsoft Navision ERP 2017

LS Retail

Server installation

Networking

Software maintenance

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Management skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems or Computer Science

MS Certification of NAV

Job description

Overview

Job Description

Technical Skills

• Expert knowledge in Microsoft Navision ERP 2017 & LS Retail - Implementation and Functional
• Server installation, maintenance and networking
• Software installations and maintenance

Experience

• 12+ years of information technology experience, which includes 5+ years in retail and one end to end implementation in Microsoft Navision.

Essential Responsibilities

• Establishing and maintaining technical and operational requirements, researching and evaluating solutions to solve the organization’s technical challenges and working with other departments to budget and allocate funds for the organization’s technical equipment and software needs
• Ensure the streamlined operation of the IT Division is in alignment with the business objectives.
• Plan, coordinate, direct, and design IT-related activities of the organization, as well as provide administrative direction and support for daily operational activities of the IT Department
• Work closely with decision makers in other Divisions to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of the organization
• Define and implement IT policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Generate, automate and produce operational reports and management information, adhering to defined templates and ensuring compliance with information security protocols
• Works with top management to forecast needs, formulate plans and ensure adequate Information Technology resources are available to meet department needs.
• Prepares annual budget for Division and provides support information for technology-related budget requests for the organization
• Develops forecast for hardware / software / application development directions over a two-year planning horizon
• Monitors performance and capacities of the network and computer systems and planning and budgeting for necessary system upgrades.
• Provides technical leadership and direction in ensuring the successful integration of new methods and technologies with existing systems.

Key Skills

• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Team working skills
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Management and leadership skills

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems or Computer Science
• MS Certification of NAV