Group Head of Information Technology (IT)

1. Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Develop and execute a cohesive, long-term Group IT strategy and roadmap that supports business growth, efficiency, and competitive advantage across diverse business units (Retail, Agriculture, Real Estate).

• Act as the primary technology advisor to the Board and executive management, presenting technology insights, risks, and strategic recommendations.

• Establish and enforce IT governance frameworks, policies, and best practices to ensure compliance, security, and operational excellence across the Group.

• Manage the Group IT budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and demonstrable return on IT investment (ROI).

2. Technology and Innovation

• Drive technological innovation by continually assessing and implementing new, evolved, and relevant technologies (e.g., cloud computing, data analytics, automation) to improve business processes and operational efficiency.

• Ensure that the Group’s IT applications and systems are modern, secure, scalable, and support the specific needs of each subsidiary (e.g., POS systems for Retail, IoT/data platforms for Agriculture, management systems for Real Estate).

• Lead digital transformation initiatives across the Group.

• Maintain a deep understanding of current and emerging technology trends and how they can be leveraged to benefit the business.

3. IT Operations and Infrastructure

• Oversee the management, maintenance, and security of the entire Group's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, data centers, and end-user computing.

• Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of all critical business systems and applications.

• Develop and maintain robust IT security, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans to protect the Group’s data and assets.

4. Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Group IT team, fostering a culture of high performance, innovation, and customer service.

• Define organizational structure and resource needs for the IT function.

• Manage relationships with key technology vendors and service providers.

5. Business Unit Support

• Collaborate closely with the leadership teams of Retail Adidas, Greenhouse Farm Production, and Small Real Estate to understand their unique technology requirements and deliver tailored solutions.

• Ensure seamless integration and interoperability of technology systems across all group entities.