Job Description

Executive Manager (Information and AI)
Lead and shape enterprise-wide information management, data, and AI strategy to drive innovation and digital transformation.
Paarl, Western Cape, Market related

About Our Client

The company is a leader in the retail sector. It focuses on being a data-driven and digitally enabled organization.

The Role: Executive Manager (Information and AI)

This executive-level role exists to lead the enterprise-wide information management, data, and AI strategy. The position contributes to the business by driving innovation, influencing decision-making through analytics, and overseeing critical infrastructure. The main focus areas include systems modernization, digital transformation, and positioning the organization as a technology leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead for at least 8 years with progressive experience including senior management and executive leadership.
• Drive a transformative information management and AI agenda to fuel business growth and operational excellence.
• Modernize core systems, analytics, and AI platforms to deliver automation across all business units.
• Ensure enterprise-wide data governance, security, and regulatory compliance.
• Optimize technology infrastructure and manage vendor partnerships.
• Build and mentor a high-performing IT team while fostering a culture of accountability and inclusion.
• Align technical focus areas including AI and data with overarching organizational objectives.
• Deliver complex, high-impact projects and lead AI-driven digital transformation initiatives.

About You

• At least 8 years of progressive experience, including significant exposure to senior management and executive leadership.
• Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Proven history of delivering complex, high-impact projects.
• Experience leading AI-driven digital transformation initiatives.
• Strong ability to align AI, data, and tech focus areas with organizational objectives.