CTO

Head of IT

🕒 Full-time | 🎓 Bachelor’s in IT or related field | 🧠 10+ years’ experience

📍 Office-based | Occasional store travel

We’re partnering with a successful retail business to find a Head of IT who can take full ownership of their technology function. This senior leadership role will be responsible for developing the IT strategy, improving infrastructure, driving digital transformation, and ensuring operational systems support ongoing business growth.

You’ll oversee all aspects of the IT landscape-from systems, networks, and data management to cybersecurity and software delivery while leading a team of internal and external specialists.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a long-term IT strategy that aligns with business goals
• Manage infrastructure, systems, applications, and support services
• Oversee implementation and optimization of enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, WMS)
• Ensure strong data governance and enable accessible, decision-ready reporting
• Establish and maintain robust security and compliance practices (POPIA)
• Lead and develop an in-house and outsourced IT team
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure service quality and value
• Work closely with business leadership to prioritize projects and deliver measurable impact

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 10 years in IT, with at least 5 in a senior leadership role
• Experience in retail or similar fast-paced, multi-site environments is a plus
• Skilled in IT infrastructure, systems integration, data platforms, and cybersecurity
• Track record of delivering complex projects on time and on budget
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage with non-technical stakeholders
• Fluent in both English and Afrikaans
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP, CISSP) and/or a postgraduate degree are advantageous

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on IT leader ready to shape and modernize a growing business’s technology capabilities.

Whilst we will endeavour to respond to candidates who fit the requirements, please be advised that if you don’t hear from us within 48 hours please regard your application as being unsuccessful.

Salt is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.