Head Information Technology (10-15 Years)

Urgent opening for Head IT Systems & Data (Digital Transformation & Automation) in Manufacturing Company @ Chandigarh

Experience Requirements

1015+ years in IT Systems, ERP, or Data Leadership

Strong experience in:

o Manufacturing / FMCG / Food Processing / Export industry

o Multi-location plant & corporate IT operations

Proven track record in digital transformation & automation

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Key Skills & Competencies

ERP & Enterprise Systems

Data Architecture & Analytics

Cybersecurity & Risk Management

Automation & Process Digitization

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking & Execution

The Head IT Systems & Data will be responsible for end-to-end digital infrastructure, ERP systems, data governance, cybersecurity, automation, and business intelligence, ensuring scalable, secure, and data-driven operations across manufacturing, supply chain, exports, sales, finance, HR, and quality.

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Key Responsibilities:

1. IT Infrastructure & Systems Ownership

Own and manage ERP, CRM, HRMS, SCM, WMS, QMS, and Finance systems

Ensure % system uptime across corporate & plant operations

Manage servers, cloud infrastructure, networking, hardware & software assets

Oversee vendor management, licensing, and AMC contracts

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2. Data Governance & Business Intelligence

Establish single source of truth (SSOT) across departments

Design and manage dashboards, MIS, KPI trackers, and leadership scorecards

Ensure data accuracy, integrity, security, and real-time reporting

Enable predictive analytics for:

o Demand planning

o Inventory optimization

o Sales forecasting

o Performance & productivity

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3. Digital Transformation & Automation

Lead automation initiatives across:

o Production & packing

o Quality & compliance tracking

o HR performance systems (TPR, Culture Score, PMS)

o Finance & cost control

Drive paperless, workflow-based systems

Implement AI/ML tools for decision support (where applicable)

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4. Cybersecurity & Compliance

Ensure compliance with:

o Data security standards

o Export customer audits (BRC, Sedex, SMETA, etc.)

o Internal IT & data governance policies

Implement:

o Access controls

o Backup & disaster recovery plans

o Cybersecurity risk mitigation

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5. Cross-Functional Integration

Act as technology partner to:

o Manufacturing

o Quality & Compliance

o Supply Chain & Logistics

o Sales (Domestic & Export)

o HR & Finance

Translate business requirements into scalable system solutions

Support leadership with real-time, decision-ready data

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6. Team Leadership & Capability Building

Build and lead:

o IT infrastructure team

o Data & MIS team

o Automation & systems analysts

Define SOPs, documentation, and system manuals

Mentor team for future-ready digital capabilities

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Key Deliverables / Success Metrics

Zero critical system downtime

Accurate, real-time dashboards for leadership

Successful ERP & system integrations

Reduction in manual work & process leakages

Improved data-driven decision making

Strong audit & cybersecurity compliance

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Required Qualifications

Bachelors / Masters in:

o Computer Science

o Information Systems

o Data Analytics

o Engineering or equivalent

Certifications preferred:

o ERP (SAP / Oracle / Microsoft Dynamics)

o Data Analytics / Cloud / Cybersecurity

• Experience

  10 - 15 Years

• No. of Openings

  2

• Education

  Graduate

• Role

  Manager Information Technology

• Industry Type

  Manufacturing / Production / Quality

• Gender

  Male

• Job Country

  India

• Type of Job

  Full Time

• Work Location Type

  Work from Office

• Face interview location

  Chandigarh