Strategic IT Leader – Infrastructure & Retail Ops

Weylandts; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading furniture and homeware retailer in South Africa is seeking an experienced IT Manager to drive their IT strategy and optimize system efficiency across multiple business units. This role requires a minimum of 5–7 years in IT, with significant experience in leadership and vendor management. The ideal candidate will be skilled in strategic planning and business-oriented technology solutions, ensuring seamless IT experiences across all entities. This position is based in Durbanville, Cape Town.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive IT experience, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• Proven experience managing IT infrastructure and SaaS platforms.
• Strong track record of leading IT teams and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IT strategy focused on continuous improvement.
• Manage IT operations and oversee SaaS subscriptions.
• Lead and mentor the IT department for high performance.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Strategic thinking

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Zendesk

Microsoft Suite

Monday.com

Job description

A leading furniture and homeware retailer in South Africa is seeking an experienced IT Manager to drive their IT strategy and optimize system efficiency across multiple business units. This role requires a minimum of 5–7 years in IT, with significant experience in leadership and vendor management. The ideal candidate will be skilled in strategic planning and business-oriented technology solutions, ensuring seamless IT experiences across all entities. This position is based in Durbanville, Cape Town.