IT Manager

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years’ IT experience
• At least 4 years in an IT leadership/management role.
• Strong technical knowledge of IT infrastructure, networks, end-user support, ERP systems and cybersecurity.
• Experience managing IT budgets, vendors, service delivery and risk.
• Experience with IT security monitoring, compliance and business continuity.
• Practical understanding of operational technology, such as production lines, cold chain or industrial systems.
• Experience with IT transitions to shared services and post-acquisition integration.
• Experience in agribusiness, food production, manufacturing or logistics preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
• ITIL certification
• Cloud, Project Management or Security certificates preferred.

Duties

• Lead regional IT operations and support across South African and overseas operations.
• Manage IT infrastructure, networks, ERP systems and enterprise applications.
• Oversee cybersecurity monitoring, incident response and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure system availability and business continuity during critical harvest and packing periods.
• Maintain data quality and ensure compliance with Group IT standards and policies.
• Support technology requirements across farms, pack houses and operational systems.
• Manage IT teams, budgets, vendors and contracts.
• Lead IT transitions to Group services and integrate newly acquired businesses.
• Collaborate with Group Technology and regional operational leadership to deliver reliable IT services.

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