Technical and Digital Innovation Executive (Pretoria)

Swift Human Resources; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Pretoria is seeking a Technical and Digital Innovation Executive with over 8 years of experience in IT leadership. This role involves strategy development, operational management, and overseeing digital platforms. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a proven track record in ERP/POS systems rollout.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in IT or digital leadership roles
• Experience in retail, wholesale, or distribution environments
• Experience managing mid-size teams

Responsibilities

• Lead technology strategy and operational systems.
• Manage teams and vendors effectively.
• Oversee digital platforms and customer experience.

Skills

Cross-Functional Communication

Leadership Experience

Operational Systems Knowledge

Technology Strategy Development

Tools

Acumatica

Shopify

Job description

Position available for a Technical and Digital Innovation Executive based in Pretoria.Minimum Requirements : 8+ years in IT or digital leadership roles within retail, wholesale, or distribution environments.

Proven track record of executing ERP / POS rollouts, systems integration, and retail tech.

Strong grounding in operations, not just strategic IT consulting.

Excellent cross-functional communication skills with business and technical teams.

Leadership experience managing mid-size teams ( people) and multiple vendors.Responsibilities : Technology Strategy and AlignmentOperational Systems LeadershipTeam and Vendor ManagementDigital Platforms and Customer experienceInnovation and Competitive AdvantageCompliance and RiskNew business ERP integration and Financial supportConnectivity and Emergency systemsMobile App Oversight (Play Store, iStore, etc.

Preferred Attributes : Experience across multi-brand, multi-location businesses.Familiarity with Acumatica, Shopify, or similar platforms.Understanding of firearm or outdoor sporting compliance frameworks.Entrepreneurial mindset someone who sees inefficiencies and fixes them.Kindly apply if you meet the minimum requirements.

Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks consider your application as unsuccessful.

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