Regional IT Deployment Lead – New Store Openings

Dis-Chem Pharmacies; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-related salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Staff account

Job summary

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is seeking an IT New Store Delivery Regional Squad Lead to coordinate IT infrastructure for new stores, refurbishments, relocations and expansions within a specified region. This role ensures IT installations are planned timeously and effectively, tested, and fully operational before handover to Operations.

The position acts as the on-the-ground extension of the national delivery function and ensures consistent execution of standards, processes, and timelines.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12); IT-related diploma/certificate preferred (A+, N+, CCNA, Microsoft).
• 3+ years’ experience IT deployment, retail technology, infrastructure deployment, or similar role.
• Experience supporting or installing POS systems and retail.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the region.
• Comfortable working on construction sites during pre-opening.

Responsibilities

• Regional Planning & Coordination: Plan and schedule all IT deployment activities for new stores within the region.
• Work with Store Development Teams to ensure alignment of CPA’s and opening dates.
• Conduct site readiness assessments and participate in site meetings during openings.
• Coordinate with regional teams, contractors, landlords, and store development.
• Technology Deployment & Installation: Oversee installation and configuration of Network (Fibre / ISP / Wireless).
• Validate network connectivity and conduct pre-opening technology sign-off with Regional IT Ops; Vendor & Contractor Oversight.
• Coordinate regional cabling teams, equipment installers, and third-party service providers.
• Track delivery of hardware, ensure BOM accuracy, and manage equipment.

Skills

IT deployment experience

POS systems experience

Willingness to travel

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

IT-related diploma/certificate (A+, N+, CCNA, Microsoft)

Job description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is seeking an IT New Store Delivery Regional Squad Lead to coordinate IT infrastructure for new stores, refurbishments, relocations and expansions within a specified region. This role ensures IT installations are planned timeously and effectively, tested, and fully operational before handover to Operations.

The position acts as the on-the-ground extension of the national delivery function and ensures consistent execution of standards, processes, and timelines.