Group Technology Officer (Automotive Industry) -Sandton

The Legends Agency; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive group in Johannesburg is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to spearhead digital transformation initiatives. The CTO will focus on integrating AI and optimizing CRM systems to enhance the car-buying journey. Candidates should possess at least 5 years of senior tech leadership experience and a relevant bachelor’s degree. This role offers a salary range of R75,000 to R100,000, depending on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of senior-level tech leadership experience.
• Retail expertise essential for this role.
• Proven IT strategy and execution across multiple brands.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital innovation focusing on AI integration and CRM optimization.
• Define the tech vision and manage related budgets.
• Design scalable and secure systems for organizational needs.
• Implement AI tools for customer service and inventory management.

Skills

Strategic planning

Innovation

Systems implementation

Team leadership

Vendor management

CRM integration

AI tools

Budget control

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Data Science, IS, Business Technology, or related field

Tools

CRM systems

AI tools

Web platforms

Job description

Business Overview

A forward-thinking automotive group offering a digital-first experience in car sales, service, and aftersales. Their model integrates immersive online platforms and modern technology to reinvent the car-buying journey.

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Data Science, IS, Business Technology, or related field
• Retail expertise essential
• Experience in digital transformation with CRM, websites, and AI tools

Experience

• 5+ years of senior-level tech leadership
• Proven IT strategy and execution across multiple brands

Key Skills

• Strategic planning, innovation, and systems implementation
• Team leadership and vendor management
• CRM and AI integration (e.g., chatbots, predictive analytics)
• Digital platform and website ownership
• Retail tech experience with customer data insights
• Budget and operational control
• ROI-driven mindset and excellent communication

Reporting To

Chief Operations Officer (COO)

Role Description

The CTO leads digital innovation across the group, focusing on AI integration, CRM optimization, and enhancing the car buying and aftersales journey through advanced tech solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Technology Strategy & Innovation

• Define the tech vision and manage related budgets
• Identify and adopt emerging technologies

Technical Architecture & Infrastructure

• Design scalable and secure systems
• Oversee CRM and website platforms
• Optimize user experience and lead capture tools

CRM & Data Integration

• Automate CRM workflows
• Build a real-time data ecosystem across departments
• Ensure cybersecurity and compliance

AI-Driven Sales, Aftersales & CX

• Implement AI tools for customer service, lead gen, and inventory
• Use predictive analytics for forecasting and pricing

Team Leadership & Vendor Management

• Work across departments to align tech with business needs
• Manage suppliers and external platforms

Training & Adoption

• Enable staff to utilize tech effectively

Foster platform adoption and digital culture

• Salary -R75,000.00 - R100,00.00 (Based on skill, experience and in relation to your current package)