Chief Technology Officer

About the position

One of our clients in the pharmaceutical industry is looking for a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) who will play a critical role in leveraging advanced technologies, optimizing data-driven decision-making, and ensuring the security and scalability of digital infrastructure.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, AI, Data Science, or a related field. An MBA is a plus.
• Minimum 10+ years of leadership experience in technology, data management, and digital transformation, preferably in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, life sciences, or consumer health.
• Proven experience in managing teams, leading cross-functional technology initiatives, and driving innovation.
• Expertise in: Enterprise Data Warehousing (EDW) and Data Governance Structures.
• AI, big data, and machine learning applications in business.
• ERP, CRM, and cloud-based digital infrastructure.
• Cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory compliance (POPIA and SAHPRA).
• IT hardware investment decisions and infrastructure management.

Should you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to [Email Address Removed]. You can also contact the IT team on [Phone Number Removed]; or visit our website at [URL Removed] When replying to the advert, also include the reference number in the subject line. Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Desired Skills:

• CRM
• Cybersecurity
• EDW