Robert Half Executive Search has been exclusively retained to identify a new Chief Information Officer (CIO) to support the next phase of this company’s significant growth agenda. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful individual will be based at the company’s headquarters in Melbourne’s Northern suburbs.

We are seeking a visionary and hands-on CIO to lead their technology strategy and operations. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in supply chain management, distribution, and sales-driven businesses, along with a strong command of enterprise systems and cloud technologies. This role is pivotal in driving digital transformation, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering strategic partnerships across the organisation.

As a key member of the senior leadership team, the CIO will play a key role in shaping the company’s future through technology innovation, governance, and strategic execution.

The Company

A leading Australian industrial distribution and services organisation, with a proud history spanning more than 100 years, annual revenues of c. $300 million and a workforce of approximately 800 employees across Australia and New Zealand, this business supplies a diverse range of industrial products to customers across Australia and New Zealand. With a strong reputation for reliability, technical expertise, and customer service, the company partners with major industries including resources, construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure. Backed by a national footprint of distribution centres and trade stores, it continues to grow through innovation, strategic acquisitions, and a customer-first approach.

The role

Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver IT strategies aligned with business goals, driving innovation, scalability, and operational excellence.
• Lead the deployment and optimisation of Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (FinOps) and Customer Engagement (CE) platforms.
• Oversee Azure cloud architecture and cybersecurity, ensuring compliance with Essential Eight Level 2 standards.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives, including eCommerce, data analytics, and automation, to enhance customer experience and business performance.
• Safeguard business-critical systems with high availability, robust disaster recovery (DRP), and business continuity planning (BCP).
• Build and inspire high-performing IT teams, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with business leaders to identify technology opportunities that deliver strategic value and operational efficiency.
• Lead vendor negotiations and partnerships to support long-term technology goals.
• Ensure cohesive enterprise architecture and system integration across the organisation.

Your Profile

You will be a highly experienced technology executive with a postgraduate qualification in Information Technology and/or Business Administration, and at least 15 years of progressive leadership experience in IT, including 5 years in a CIO or equivalent role. Please note that we would consider someone who has been in a 2IC capacity and is ready for the next step into the CIO role.

You will bring proven expertise in leading diverse IT teams and managing complex vendor relationships, with a strong track record in supply chain, distribution, and sales-driven environments. With hands-on experience in Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations and Customer Engagement, alongside a strong understanding of DevOps practices, you will be adept at driving digital transformation initiatives that deliver measurable business outcomes.

In addition to your technical skills, you will be commercially astute, with deep knowledge of Azure cloud technologies, enterprise architecture, and systems integration. A strong grasp of eCommerce strategy and delivery, coupled with experience in data analytics, predictive analytics, and AI, will enable you to create innovative, customer-focused solutions. Your proven ability in cybersecurity governance, project management methodologies, and vendor negotiation will ensure robust, secure, and scalable IT operations.

Above all, you will be an inspiring leader who builds high-performing teams, fosters cross-functional collaboration, and demonstrates the business acumen to align IT strategy with organisational goals.

In return you will be rewarded with an excellent remuneration package including a very generous bonus component and the opportunity to drive the culture and commercial outcomes of this highly successful business.

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