Head of Digital Transformation

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work flexibility

Health benefits

Pension

Tech stipend

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a Head of Digital Transformation to lead our digital strategy, driving cloud adoption, data analytics, and customer experience improvements. You will partner with IT, marketing, sales and operations to shape a comprehensive program.

The role combines hybrid work with on-site Durban collaboration, offering a competitive package and opportunities to influence business growth through digital initiatives.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in digital transformation or technology leadership.
• Proven track record leading large-scale digital projects and change initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of digital marketing, e-commerce, data analytics and cloud technologies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Hybrid work experience; degree in CS/Business; MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the company's overall digital transformation strategy and roadmap.
• Identify and evaluate emerging digital technologies and trends relevant to the business.
• Lead cross-functional teams in the implementation of digital solutions, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.
• Champion digital innovation and change management across the organization, fostering a culture of digital literacy.
• Measure and report on the impact of digital initiatives, demonstrating ROI and strategic value.
• Manage vendor relationships and partnerships critical to digital transformation efforts.

Skills

Digital transformation

Technology leadership

Stakeholder management

Change management

Communication

Hybrid work experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Business

MBA preferred

Tools

Cloud technologies

Data analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and forward-thinking Head of Digital Transformation to spearhead their digital initiatives. This leadership role will drive the adoption of new technologies and digital processes to enhance customer experience, operational efficiency, and business growth. While the role offers hybrid flexibility, requiring some presence in the Durban office, it also allows for significant remote work. You will collaborate closely with IT, marketing, sales, and operations teams to develop and execute a comprehensive digital strategy. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of the company in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the company's overall digital transformation strategy and roadmap.
• Identify and evaluate emerging digital technologies and trends relevant to the business.
• Lead cross-functional teams in the implementation of digital solutions, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.
• Champion digital innovation and change management across the organization, fostering a culture of digital literacy.
• Measure and report on the impact of digital initiatives, demonstrating ROI and strategic value.
• Manage vendor relationships and partnerships critical to digital transformation efforts.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in digital transformation, technology leadership, or a related field.
• Proven track record of successfully leading large-scale digital projects and change initiatives.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing, e-commerce, data analytics, and cloud technologies.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
• Experience working in a hybrid work model, balancing remote and office-based collaboration.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related discipline; MBA or equivalent experience preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-related incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of remote and office-based flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Pension fund contributions and life insurance.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and professional development resources.