Chief Technology Officer/VP - Digital Technologies/AI/Operational Hardware

1. Leading the Technology team in the business reporting directly to the Chief Digital Officer of the Business. The role of the Technology team is to define and manage the technology roadmap for the Business, working closely with the Executive leadership of the Business and the Group Head of Technology.

2. Align technology vision for a next generation Natural Resources business with overall business strategy. Develop and manage the technology roadmap for the business. Provide informed window into how digital technologies are being used to transform the Mining, Trading and Metals sector around the world. Drive deployment of relevant technology platforms within the business working closely with group organizations.

3. Guide rapid technology PoCs and pilots within business driven by a clearly articulated business value proposition. Drive the technology vision for the business aligned with the business strategy. Build and own the technology roadmap for the Trading, Mining & Metals business. Drive the execution of technology projects and initiatives and ensure they are delivered on time, within budget while meeting quality standards.

4. Develop and manage technology budgets, ensure optimal allocation of resources. Manage technology related expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities. Experience in navigating large and complex organizations, including gaining access to key executives and stakeholders and successfully managing relationships. Passion for new technologies and their potential to transform the world. o Proven track record to guide and manage deployments of new technology pilots.

5. Background in technology sector and/or companies with deep understanding of latest trends and ongoing developments in the mining sector. Experience in working with Technology companies around the world that develop cutting edge technologies. Experience with a range of Digital technologies from Software

(e.g., AI and machine language, Big Data), to Operational Hardware (e.g., OT, Internet of Things. Experience 10+ years in the Mining or Metals sector, either in an operating company, or in a top Tier Strategy Consulting firm.

6. PhD and/or MBA from a reputed Global or Indian institute. Master's in engineering from a reputed university.