Our client in Doha, Qatar, is a prominent venture in the Food sector that is expanding digitally and seek to appoint a Chief Technology Officer. The CTO will be responsible for leading the technology strategy to drive business growth, optimize operations, and enhance the customer experience. This role extends beyond internal IT support to spearheading digital transformation initiatives that align with the company's long-term business objectives.

Core responsibilities:

Strategic leadership and innovation

• Develop technology roadmap: Establish a clear technology vision and strategy that aligns with overall business goals and market trends, particularly in digital commerce and consumer engagement.
• Drive digital transformation: Spearhead initiatives that digitize core business functions, from manufacturing and supply chain to marketing and customer relations.
• Assess new technologies: Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and robotics to gain a competitive advantage and improve operational efficiency.

Operations and supply chain enhancement

• Digitize the supply chain: Implement technology to create a more resilient and transparent supply chain. This includes using real-time visibility tools and automation for logistics and inventory management.
• Enable smart manufacturing: Oversee the implementation of agile manufacturing processes and "smart factory" technology to boost productivity and respond faster to consumer demand.
• Increase operational efficiency: Utilize data and technology to optimize internal processes such as procurement, sales forecasting, and promotions.

Data and customer engagement

• Prioritize data-driven decision making: Build a data-first organization by leveraging data from point-of-sale, loyalty programs, and social media to derive actionable business insights.
• Personalize the customer experience: Use technology and AI to offer personalized and seamless omnichannel experiences, connecting online and offline channels.
• Boost digital commerce: Drive the strategy for direct-to-consumer (D2C) channels, online marketplaces, and mobile shopping to meet digital-first consumer demands.

Cybersecurity and risk management

• Ensure security: Build robust cybersecurity and data protection processes to safeguard company and consumer data across the value chain.
• Manage technology risk: Identify and mitigate technology-related risks, including compliance with data privacy regulations.

Team leadership and culture

• Build and mentor the tech team: Attract, develop, and retain high-performing technology talent, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Promote agile methodology: Lead the adoption of agile and DevOps practices to enable the company to be flexible and adapt quickly to market changes.
• Lead change management: Drive cultural and organizational change to encourage agility and technological adoption throughout the company.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Extensive experience: A proven track record in a technology leadership role, such as CTO or a similar senior position.
• Education: A Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field is typically required.
• Technical expertise: Deep knowledge of modern technologies relevant to the FMCG space, such as cloud computing, data analytics, AI/ML, and IoT.
• Strong leadership: Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technology strategies to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Business acumen: A solid understanding of the FMCG industry, business-planning, and budget management to ensure technology investments deliver optimal value and impact.