FMCG Retail IT Manager

Avatar Advisory - Avatar Human Capital; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company in Johannesburg is seeking a competent IT Manager to oversee all technology operations in a premium meat retail environment. The role requires strong technical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and experience in retail or FMCG. Candidates should have at least 5 years of IT management experience and a Degree in Information Technology. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in IT support or management.
• Strong experience with POS and retail ERP solutions.
• Experience with cybersecurity and IT infrastructure administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all technology operations within a retail environment.
• Ensure systems run efficiently and securely.
• Manage IT assets and inventory control.

Skills

Technical skills

Problem-solving ability

Experience in retail/FMCG

Hardware and software troubleshooting

Education

Diploma or Degree in Information Technology

Tools

POS systems

Retail ERP solutions

Networking

Job description

A FMGC Retail Company is seeking A IT Manager, fully competent, high level individual to oversee all technology operations within a premium meat retail environment, ensuring that systems run efficiently, securely, and support retail, production, and supply-chain functions. This role requires strong technical skills, excellent problem-solving ability, and experience working in a fast-paced retail or FMCG environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Systems Management & Support
• Retail Technology Operations
• Cybersecurity & Compliance
• Project Management
• Vendor Management
• IT Asset & Inventory Control

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in IT support or IT management (retail or FMCG preferred).
• Strong experience with POS systems, retail ERP solutions, and networking.
• Hardware and software troubleshooting expertise.
• Experience with cybersecurity and IT infrastructure administration.
• Advantageous: Knowledge of meat retail scale systems, production ERP, or supply-chain systems.