Regional Head of Technology – Americas

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a regional specific Technology strategy aligned with regional business needs and with the standards set by Group Technology
• Translate the technology strategy into a 1-3-5 year roadmap, backed by business cases. Execute on the roadmap in alignment with central group capabilities and regional business stakeholders.
• Own and manage the regional technology budget
• Deliver cost savings and efficiencies via consolidation of systems, infrastructure, contracts and people. Establish and strengthen regional shared services.
• Help drive revenue growth by working with business teams to present showcases, solutions to potential customers. Support and implement customer launches with required IT solutions.
• Own all support SLAs for systems in the region and ensure minimal disruption
• Lead an engaged team, providing direction and promoting collaboration while ensuring they are enabled to carry out the goals and objectives of the business
• Maintain high standards and bar in relation to cyber security, protection of customer data and operational assets
• Directs and coordinates professional services such as systems analysis and design, feasibility studies, and provisioning of information, communication, office automation systems.
• Research and implement forward looking technology solutions to meet current or anticipated BCO’s and customer’s needs, ensuring that those solutions keep up ahead of the competition.
• Act as an ambassador for DP World at all times when working; promoting and demonstrating positive behaviours in harmony with DP World’s Principles, values and culture; ensuring the highest level of safety is applied in all activities; understanding and following DP World’s Code of Conduct and Ethics policies
• Promote effective collaboration with their team and across partner teams.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, be able to present strategy, progress and outcomes to senior executive
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualification & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related Engineering discipline is a must; Masters is a plus
• 20+ years of experience in Technology, with 10+ years in technology management roles and 5+ years in technology executive leadership
• Industry experience in one or more of Ports & Terminals, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Warehousing, Freight Management is highly preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of budgeting, financial planning and business operations
• Experience managing teams of 300+ technology staff
• Possess good strategic thinking and Project Management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstratable organizational and Leadership skills, partnering with stakeholders to drive outcomes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of all aspects of technology including infrastructure, cyber security, ERP systems

Benefits

DP World offers a range of employee benefits including growth and development opportunities, a focus on career progression, and potentially benefits like 401k contributions, health savings accounts, and allowances, with work from home options also being common.