Head of Information Technology

Escalader Strategic Solutions is head hunting for Head if IT for its client which is a dominant market leader in to Recycling . The group also has multiple business verticals in to Automobiles , Steel and Logistics with a turnover of more than 2 Bn .

Job Details Below :

Job Title : Head of IT .

Reports : Business Ops Director

Location : Mumbai

Travel : As required

Role Overview

IT Head is responsible for overseeing the information technology (IT) strategy, managing IT infrastructure and operations (inclusive of SAP and other applications), overseeing budgets, leading IT staff, ensuring data security and ensuring IT related projects and innovations. The IT head involves setting IT policies, managing vendor relationships and ensures system performance and reporting to senior management.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Leadership :

Develop and lead the organization’s IT strategy in alignment with overall

business objectives.

Advise executive leadership on emerging technologies and digital transformation opportunities.

Foster a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous improvement in technology services.

Technology Management and operations :

Oversee the design, implementation, and management of enterprise-wide IT systems, infrastructure including network architecture and applications.

Ensure IT systems are secure, reliable, and scalable with appropriate firewall

Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve business performance.

Ensure high system performance with zero down time

Responsible for IT assets and access management

• Governance Risk

Develop IT governance policies, ensuring compliance with regulations, data protection laws, and industry standards.

Manage risk through robust cybersecurity practices and disaster recovery planning.

Lead, mentor, and develop IT staff to meet current and future organizational needs.

Promote collaboration between IT and other departments to maximize technology value.

Develop and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective technology investments.

Oversee vendor selection, contract negotiations, and performance management.

Management and negotiation of applications licenses.

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (required).

Master’s degree or MBA (preferred).

10+ years of experience in IT leadership roles, including 5+ years in a senior / executive capacity.

Proven experience leading large-scale digital transformation projects.

Strong understanding of current and emerging technologies, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, and AI.

Skills :

Strategic thinking and business acumen.

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to align IT strategies with business objectives.

Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) :

IT project delivery timelines and budget adherence

System uptime and reliability

User satisfaction scores

Cybersecurity incident rates

ROI on technology investments

Digital transformation progress metrics

Interested Candidates can apply here directly or send us your updated profile to

jobs@escalader.co.in

marking the subject as ‘IT Head Mumbai”

Escalader Strategic Solutions is a Talent Management Company . To know more about us visit us on www.escalader.co.in