IT Applications Executive - Centurion

Hire Resolve; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an IT Applications Executive in Centurion, GP. The successful candidate will define and implement the IT applications strategy, manage a portfolio of business applications, and lead enterprise projects to ensure alignment with business goals. Candidates should have strong leadership skills, a background in SAP implementations, and extensive experience in IT roles within the manufacturing sector. This position offers the opportunity to drive innovation and technological alignment with strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership roles in manufacturing.
• Proven experience delivering enterprise IT solutions and leading ERP implementations.
• Strong understanding of supply chain and production systems.
• Proven delivery of enterprise IT solutions and ERP implementations.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the IT applications strategy aligned with business needs.
• Oversee the lifecycle of all business applications, ensuring performance.
• Lead planning and execution of enterprise projects within time and budget.
• Collaborate with functional leaders to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing application support team.
• Ensure compliance with IT governance and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Stakeholder Engagement

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field

Master's degree (MBA) or certifications (e.g., PMP, ITIL)

Tools

SAP ERP

Business Intelligence

Cloud Platforms

Job description

Hire Resolve's client is looking for a IT Applications Executive to join their team in Centurion, GP. The Applications IT Executive will lead the strategic planning, governance, implementation, and support of enterprise-wide IT applications (SAP & Non-SAP) to enable and support business objectives. The role will ensure optimal performance, innovation, and alignment of technology platforms with the company’s digital and operational goal.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Define and implement the IT applications strategy aligned with business needs and digital transformation goals.
• Identify emerging technologies that enhance business value and operational efficiency.

Application Portfolio Management

• Oversee the lifecycle of all business applications, including ERP, MES, WMS, and other functional solutions.
• Ensure application scalability, availability, security, and performance.

Project Governance

• Lead planning and execution of enterprise projects, ensuring delivery within time, budget, and scope.
• Establish project governance frameworks and metrics for success.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with functional leaders to capture requirements and deliver fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and manage application service providers.

Team Leadership

• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing application support and development team.
• Drive a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Compliance & Risk

• Ensure application landscape complies with IT governance, security standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead risk assessments and mitigation strategies for all application initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field. A Master's degree (MBA) or certifications (e.g., PMP, ITIL) will be advantageous.
• Minimum 10 years of IT experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership roles within manufacturing, preferably FMCG or food industry.
• Proven experience delivering enterprise IT solutions and leading ERP (SAP) and non-SAP implementations.
• Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams and external vendors.

Technical Skills

• In-depth understanding of SAP ERP, supply chain and production systems, business intelligence, and integration platforms.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, cybersecurity best practices, and data analytics.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement skills.

How to Apply

You may forward your CV to Gaby Turner at [e-mail] or you may forward your CV to [e-mail]