Chief Information Officer a.i.

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands (Benelux residency required)

Duration: 12-month contract with option to extend

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Interim Chief Information Officer (CIO a.i.) to lead and accelerate our digital and IT transformation agenda. This is a strategic leadership role for a seasoned executive who can operate at board level while driving execution across complex IT landscapes.

The ideal candidate combines strong business acumen with deep technological expertise and has a proven track record in large-scale transformation programs, particularly within SAP environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the overall IT strategy aligned with business objectives
• Lead large-scale digital transformation programs, including SAP ECC to S/4HANA migrations
• Act as a trusted advisor to the executive board and key stakeholders
• Oversee IT governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks
• Manage and optimize IT budgets exceeding €10M
• Drive innovation, scalability, and operational excellence across IT functions
• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing IT leadership teams
• Ensure robust cybersecurity strategies and data protection standards
• Manage external vendors, partners, and system integrators

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in IT Management, including leadership roles at enterprise level
• Proven track record in complex digital transformations, especially SAP ECC → S/4HANA
• Experience managing IT budgets of €10M+
• Strong strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution capability
• Excellent stakeholder management skills at C-level and board level
• Solid understanding of enterprise architecture, cloud, and cybersecurity
• Experience in international and multi-stakeholder environments
• Strong leadership and change management capabilities
• Fluent in English (Dutch and/or French is a strong plus)

Additional Information

• Residency in the Benelux region is mandatory
• Ability to operate on-site/hybrid within the region
• Interim/freelance engagement
• Reference checks will be conducted at the start of the process (prior to introduction to the end client)
• A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) must be signed prior to the interview stage
• Experience working within Private Equity (PE)-backed environments is considered a strong advantage