Chief Transformation Officer (CTO)

Recruitment for, Our client is a global leader in the FMCG sector, searching for a professional with IT/OT expertise in manufacturing and a proven ability to lead teams. The ideal candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills and be committed to working collaboratively across departments to achieve organizational goals.

Expected, SAP

Optional, SAP HANA, SAP S/4HANA

Your responsibilities, 1. Strategic Enterprise Architecture & SAP Transformation, , • Next-Gen ERP Implementation: Lead, architect, and execute the migration and upgrade of the current SAP environment to an advanced ERP and CRM platform (such as SAP S/4HANA)., , • Process Optimization: Collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Commercial teams to ensure the new ERP system drives efficiency in FMCG manufacturing, enhances inventory visibility, and improves private-label client management., , • Data-Driven Strategy: Ensure the CRM architecture delivers predictive analytics and greater pipeline transparency to support global B2B partnerships., , , 2. Advanced Cybersecurity Governance & Infrastructure, , • Resilience Framework: Oversee, deploy, and continuously enhance the global cybersecurity posture to protect proprietary eco-manufacturing intellectual property, corporate networks, and operational technology across manufacturing sites. This includes establishing secure network access, disaster recovery protocols, and full compliance with international data standards and European cybersecurity regulations (such as NIS2 and uKSC directive)., , • Overseeing Other Software: Manage the implementation, integration, and operation of other relevant software platforms., , • Incident Management: Develop proactive threat hunting, incident response, and ongoing employee security awareness programs., , , 3. Technology Leadership & Operations, , • Team Scaling & Mentorship: Lead, mentor, and grow the IT team., , • Vendor & Partner Management: Oversee RFP processes, select top-tier global integrators for the SAP transition, and ensure vendors meet budgets, timelines, and service-level agreements., , • Budget Oversight: Manage annual technology CAPEX and OPEX budgets efficiently, ensuring all investments produce measurable operational returns.

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in progressive technology leadership positions (such as VP of IT, IT Director, or CTO), preferably in FMCG, industrial manufacturing, or large-scale logistics., , • SAP Mastery: Demonstrated, hands-on experience leading complex SAP migrations or upgrades from legacy or mid-tier systems to advanced enterprise models (preferably S/4HANA), including advanced CRM structures., , • Security Acumen: Deep knowledge of modern cybersecurity architecture, cloud security frameworks, and IT/OT convergence in manufacturing., , • Leadership & Influence: Exceptional stakeholder management abilities; dynamic, proactive, and able to clearly communicate complex technical concepts and drive efficiency and revenue growth., , • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field. Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, PMP, or SAP credentials are highly valued., , • Languages: Fluency in English and Polish is required.

Work style, in house, you develop several projects simultaneously

What employer offers, Participation in digital transformation projects and IT infrastructure modernization., Opportunities for technical and managerial development in a large, innovative manufacturing company., Stable employment., Private healthcare and other benefits.

Benefits, sharing the costs of sports activities, private medical care, sharing the costs of foreign language classes, sharing the costs of professional training & courses, remote work opportunities, flexible working time, fruits, integration events, mobile phone available for private use, computer available for private use, coffee / tea, drinks