IT Department Manager (Head of IT)

Job Summary:

Oversee and lead the companys overall IT strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals while managing infrastructure, security, and digital transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the IT strategy in alignment with the organizations business objectives and long-term goals.

• Lead the IT department, including infrastructure, operations, support, cybersecurity, and software development (if applicable).

• Manage and optimize enterprise IT systems, including ERP, cloud infrastructure, networks, and data centers.

• Drive digital transformation initiatives, automation, and innovation to improve efficiency and competitiveness.

• Ensure the security, integrity, and availability of company data and technology assets.

• Establish IT governance policies, risk management frameworks, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., PDPA, ISO/IEC 27001).

• Lead and mentor IT management and staff; build a high-performance technology team.

• Manage IT budgeting, procurement, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations.

• Report IT performance, KPIs, and strategic roadmaps to executive leadership or the board of directors.

• Collaborate with other business units to implement systems that support growth, scalability, and operational excellence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years in a leadership or executive-level role.

• Proven experience in IT strategy planning, project management, and team leadership.

• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud computing, ERP systems, and enterprise architecture.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience in manufacturing, logistics, or large-scale enterprise environments is a plus.

• Fluent in Thai and English.