Digital Transformation Manager

Opening with one of the leading Steel Manufacturing Company in Ethiopia.

Job Title: Head of Technology & Innovation

Job Location - Ethiopia

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or related field.

• Exp: -5+Years in digital transformation, ERP implementation, or technology leadership

• Background in Industrial Sector is required, Steel Industry exp is highly preferred

Key Skills :-

• Proven ability to select, compare, and implement modern technologies across diverse geographies.

• Experience in managing or founding tech solutions or platforms is an added advantage.

• Previous exposure to operations in Africa or India is desirable.

• Strong project management and team leadership experience.

• Process-driven, with a strong orientation toward execution and measurable results.

• Hands-on leader with strategic thinking and deep understanding of emerging technologies.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• High adaptability and cultural awareness to work across multiple African regions.

Position Summary :-

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to join our Group as the Head of Technology and Innovation. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for spearheading the digital transformation journey across all group companies, with a focus on industrial sectors including the steel industry. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of hands-on technical expertise, process orientation, and strategic thinking to lead enterprise-wide change initiatives, including ERP deployment, automation, and digital innovation.

o Lead and execute the Group’s digital transformation strategy with measurable outcomes.

o Oversee full-scale ERP integration (e.g., Lighthouse, SAP B1) across all departments and geographies.

o Drive the organization towards a paperless, data-driven culture through digitization of core functions.

o Evaluate and implement appropriate technologies tailored to specific market needs in Africa

o Design and deliver digital tools including CRM systems, IoT integrations, data warehousing, and mobile

applications.

o Build and manage a high-performing internal innovation and software development team.

o Collaborate with external consultants and developers to support specialized technology implementations

o Ensure robust IT governance, documentation, and scalable systems architecture across all initiatives.

o Champion innovation, automation, and continuous improvement practices within business processes.

o Create standardized protocols for software development, UI/UX design, and data infrastructure.