Group IT Director

About the role

The Group IT Director defines and leads Medacta's global IT strategy so that technology, systems and services support the Group's business priorities, international growth and operational needs. The role delivers secure, reliable and scalable IT across the organisation, leads digital transformation and builds a high-performing Group IT team.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the Group IT strategy and multi-year roadmap with executive management and business leaders.
• Lead the design, delivery and operation of secure, scalable infrastructure, cloud services, networks, end-user technology and IT support across Group locations.
• Oversee the portfolio of business applications, including ERP and systems for manufacturing, supply chain, quality, finance and commercial activities, ensuring integration, lifecycle management and user adoption.
• Establish and maintain the cybersecurity and information security framework, including risk management, access controls, incident response, business continuity and disaster recovery.
• Identify and deliver digitalisation, data and automation initiatives that improve decision-making, efficiency and customer and employee experience.
• Set IT governance, enterprise architecture, project prioritisation, service management standards, performance measures and change-control processes.
• Manage the IT budget, technology investments, suppliers, contracts and licensing.
• Build, lead and develop the Group IT organisation and communicate priorities, risks and progress to senior stakeholders.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Information Technology or Engineering.
• 4 to 5 years of experience in the same role in an international, industrial and multi-site organisation.
• Proven track record of delivering enterprise-wide technology programmes and organisational change, from business case through implementation and adoption.
• Experience managing technology suppliers, contracts and complex stakeholder relationships in international environments.
• English required; a second language is a plus.

Required skills

• Broad understanding of enterprise web applications and architecture, ERP, systems and infrastructure, cloud services and cybersecurity.
• Data management knowledge.
• Leadership, communication and risk-management skills, with a pragmatic, structured and collaborative approach.

What we offer

• Permanent contract.
• Flexible working hours.
• Incentives for mobility by public transport and advantageous conventions.
• Growth opportunities in an expanding environment.
• Annual salary review linked to performance and professional development.
• Continuous training.