Head - Information Technology - Chemical Manufacturing Firm

About the client:

- Company Name: Excel Industries Ltd.

Our client, listed and respected chemical manufacturing company with global footprints seek IT Head for its global operations. This role is based in Mumbai.

Global Head of IT, will be responsible for the entire IT function across corporate office in Mumbai, multi-locational manufacturing plants situated across continents, various subsidiaries across the world along with global supply chain and sales teams to deliver reliable, high-performance systems and infrastructure.

Key responsibilities :

- Proactively lead, manage, support, and develop the global IT team, empowering them to reach their full potential in alignment with the organization's objectives, thereby contributing to the realization of the organizational strategy.

- Foster optimal collaboration among both internal and external stakeholders and inspire them to seek partnerships with each other. As a Global leader, you will play a key role in advancing the digitization of the business.

- You will be an integral part of the global leadership team and, alongside the Executive Committee, help define the IT policy for the global organization, with the overarching goal of contributing to the achievement of organizational objectives.

- Establish the mission and vision of the organization, nurturing a business-oriented culture and mindset.

- Develop and execute strategic plans for multiple high-impact technology initiatives that align with the overall corporate goals.

- Take charge of strategically designing, acquiring, managing, and implementing enterprise-wide technology infrastructure.

- Formulate and manage the department's budget, ensuring that its various activities are organized in line with the financial plan's policy guidelines and that results are achieved efficiently and with high quality.

- Plan and design information management processes that cater to the internal and external needs of the company, with a focus on Digital Transformation.

- Define a comprehensive IT security roadmap and guide the business toward a robust IT security strategy.

- Oversee significant IT and business initiatives, such as mergers and acquisitions, the definition and local implementation of global standards, and highly complex business applications.

- Ensure the cost-effective delivery of IT services that align with evolving business priorities and respond with agility to changing demands.

- Expertise and experience in various aspects of IT management, including the implementation of SAP and ERP applications, as well as overseeing IT infrastructure, networks, IT security, SOC, hardware, and software projects for a large user base in the manufacturing industry.

Salary - best for the right candidate.