Head of Digital Transformation

A leading retail and wholesale organisation with a strong presence across Ireland is seeking a Head of Digital Transformation to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their wholesale technology landscape. This is a unique opportunity for a strategic IT leader to join a values-driven business that supports thousands of retail and food service operations across the island.
The OpportunityThe successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of wholesale operations across both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. This role involves working closely with senior stakeholders to define and deliver a robust IT strategy that enhances customer experience, drives operational efficiency, and supports long-term business growth.
Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Partnership:
  Collaborate with wholesale and retail teams to identify technology needs and opportunities, including in-store innovations.
• Technology Leadership:
  Define and implement IT strategies that align with business goals and enhance the wholesale customer journey.
• Project Delivery:
  Lead the successful delivery of complex IT projects, ensuring they are on time, within budget, and aligned with business priorities.
• Innovation & Improvement:
  Identify and implement scalable technology solutions that improve efficiency and performance.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, influencing and aligning teams around shared goals.
• Resource Management:
  Oversee budgets and resources to ensure sustainable and cost-effective technology investments.
• Emerging Tech:
  Evaluate and adopt new technologies that support long-term business objectives.

Essential Criteria

• 10+ years of experience in IT leadership roles, with a strong track record of delivering impactful technology projects.
• Proven ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with experience managing cross-functional and hybrid teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience working in hybrid environments and managing change effectively.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess architecture and identify risks.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in retail or wholesale environments.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, DevOps, or Kanban.
• A passion for customer-facing technology and software development.

What's on Offer

• Impact & Innovation:
  Be part of a forward-thinking organisation with a strong legacy and ambitious digital roadmap.
• Hybrid Flexibility:
  Enjoy a flexible working model with 2-4 monthly visits to key sites across Ireland.
• Inclusive Culture:
  Join a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance culture that values diversity and continuous improvement.
• Career Growth:
  Opportunities for professional development and career progression in a supportive environment.

Ready to Make a Difference?This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary IT leader to shape the future of wholesale technology in a dynamic and customer-focused environment. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply now and be part of a business where innovation, community, and excellence go hand in hand.

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