Group Technology Officer (Automotive Industry) - Sandton

About the position

• o Business Overview:
  A forward-thinking automotive group offering a digital-first experience in car sales, service, and aftersales. Their model integrates immersive online platforms and modern technology to reinvent the car-buying journey.
  Minimum Qualification:
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Data Science, IS, Business Technology, or related field
• Retail expertise essential
• Experience in digital transformation with CRM, websites, and AI tools
  Experience:
• 5+ years of senior-level tech leadership
• Proven IT strategy and execution across multiple brands
  Key Skills:
• Strategic planning, innovation, and systems implementation
• Team leadership and vendor management
• CRM and AI integration (e.g., chatbots, predictive analytics)
• Digital platform and website ownership
• Retail tech experience with customer data insights
• Budget and operational control
• ROI-driven mindset and excellent communication
  Reporting To:

• Chief Operations Officer (COO)
  Role Description:
  The CTO leads digital innovation across the group, focusing on AI integration, CRM optimization, and enhancing the car buying and aftersales journey through advanced tech solutions.
  Key Responsibilities:

• Technology Strategy & Innovation:

• Define the tech vision and manage related budgets

• Identify and adopt emerging technologies

• Technical Architecture & Infrastructure:

• Design scalable and secure systems

• Oversee CRM and website platforms

• Optimize user experience and lead capture tools

• CRM & Data Integration:

• Automate CRM workflows

• Build a real-time data ecosystem across departments

• Ensure cybersecurity and compliance

• AI-Driven Sales, Aftersales & CX:

• Implement AI tools for customer service, lead gen, and inventory

• Use predictive analytics for forecasting and pricing

• Team Leadership & Vendor Management:

• Work across departments to align tech with business needs

• Manage suppliers and external platforms

• Training & Adoption:

• Enable staff to utilize tech effectively

• Foster platform adoption and digital culture
  *Salary - R75,000.00 - R100,00.00 (Based on skill, experience and in relation to your current package)

Desired Skills:

• Technology