IT Applications Executive – FMCG industry – Centurion, Gauteng

Hire Resolve; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Job summary

A prominent company in the FMCG sector is seeking an IT Applications Executive in Centurion, Gauteng. The role involves defining and implementing IT application strategies while ensuring they align with business needs. Candidates must possess extensive experience in IT, preferably within the FMCG or manufacturing sectors. This position requires strong leadership and project management skills, along with an in-depth understanding of SAP ERP. A highly competitive salary is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT experience, with 5+ years in senior leadership roles.
• Experience in the FMCG or food industry preferred.
• Proven track record in delivering enterprise IT solutions.
• Experience in FMCG or food industry preferred; proven enterprise IT solutions; ERP SAP and non-SAP implementations.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the IT applications strategy.
• Oversee the lifecycle of business applications, ensuring scalability and security.
• Drive project governance and success metrics.
• Collaborate with leaders to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Mentor a high-performing applications team and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

SAP ERP knowledge

Business intelligence proficiency

Integration platforms proficiency

Leadership

Vendor relationship management

Risk assessment

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Production systems

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or Computer Science

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

Tools

ERP systems

Cloud platforms

WMS

Integration platforms

BI tools

Cloud platforms

Job description

Hire Resolve’s client in the FMCG industry is urgently seeking the expertise of a IT Applications Executive in Centurion, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the IT applications strategy, ensuring it aligns with business needs and digital transformation goals.
• Identify and integrate emerging technologies that enhance business value and operational efficiency.
• Oversee the entire lifecycle of all business applications (including ERP, MES, WMS, and other functional solutions), ensuring they are scalable, available, secure, and perform optimally.
• Lead the planning and execution of enterprise projects, ensuring delivery within time, budget, and scope.
• Establish clear project governance frameworks and success metrics for all initiatives.
• Collaborate with functional leaders to capture requirements and deliver fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and manage application service providers.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing application support and development team.
• Drive a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Ensure the 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 a related field.
• A Master's degree (MBA) or certifications (e.g., PMP, ITIL) are considered advantageous.
• Have a minimum of 10 years of IT experience.
• Include at least 5 years in senior leadership roles within the manufacturing sector.
• Experience in the FMCG or food industry is preferred.
• Demonstrate proven experience in delivering enterprise IT solutions.
• Have experience leading ERP (SAP) and non-SAP implementations.
• Possess an in-depth understanding of SAP ERP.
• Have an in-depth understanding of supply chain and production systems.
• Be proficient in business intelligence.
• Be proficient in integration platforms.
• Be familiar with cloud platforms.
• Be familiar with cybersecurity best practices.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Adrienne Steyn at Hire Resolve on [e-mail] or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [e-mail]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.