Global Head of IT

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Stellenbosch, Western Cape

Salary not listedFull-time · Posted 2 days ago

IT roles span help desk, support, networking and software development, and remain one of SA's most in-demand and best-paid skill areas.

This listing does not state a salary. As a guide, it roles in South Africa typically pay R18 000 to R65 000 a month (indicative).

Job description

📍 Stellenbosch, Western Cape (On-site)

💰 R1,500,000 per year

🚀 Drive global IT strategy across international operations

🤖 High-impact global leadership role with direct exposure to US-based executive leadership, shaping IT strategy and solution delivery across multiple international trading offices.

Role Overview

A leading international commodity trading group is seeking a Global Head of IT to direct enterprise technology strategy, systems architecture, and solution delivery across its global operations.

Reporting directly to the US-based VP of Information Technology, you will take strategic ownership of core ERP platforms, commodity trading applications, and data analytics initiatives. In this high-visibility role, you will bridge executive leadership, international business units, and technical delivery teams to modernise and scale the enterprise tech ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Define and execute the strategic technology roadmap for enterprise ERP, trading systems, and data analytics platforms across all international offices.
Lead internal solution delivery teams and external managed service providers to ensure high-performance application support and continuous systems optimisation.
Rationalise, negotiate, and manage global vendor contracts, multi-currency IT budgets, and service-level agreements.
Establish IT governance, solution standards, security protocols, and regulatory compliance frameworks across all operating regions.
Conduct business requirements analysis and translate complex operational needs into clear functional specifications for development teams.
Oversee end-to-end software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes and solution architecture across global business initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline with 8+ years of experience leading IT solution delivery teams.
Executive-level strategic IT leadership experience managing complex software development lifecycles (SDLC) and enterprise technology architecture.
Proven track record in vendor contract rationalisation, multi-currency budget management (USD, GBP, ZAR), and managed services deployment.
Practical exposure to enterprise ERP platforms, CTRM systems, or data and analytics tools.
Industry experience within commodity trading, financial services, or international logistics environments.
Flexibility for global time zone alignment and up to 15% international travel.

Salary & Benefits

R1,300,000 - R1,500,000 CTC per year
Medical aid cover and provident fund contribution

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