Senior IT Manager - Manufacturing

Job description / Role

We are currently seeking a Senior IT Manager to lead the strategic development and modernization of our client's IT function in Dubai. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in driving infrastructure enhancement, enterprise system excellence, and digital transformation across departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and execute the IT roadmap aligned with business goals.
• Oversee SAP ECC environments (FICO, SD, MM, PP) and integration with internal/external systems.
• Lead adoption of digital workflow tools (e.g., IBM CP4BA or similar).
• Manage data analytics platforms including Power BI, SAP BI, or similar tools.
• Govern cybersecurity policies in line with ISO 27001, NIST, etc.
• Lead project execution, IT budgeting, and vendor negotiations.
• Enable agile IT operations, support systems, and infrastructure (cloud/on-prem).

• Minimum 10 years of enterprise IT experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise managing SAP ECC (especially FICO, SD, MM, PP).
• Strong background in digital transformation and infrastructure modernization.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English.
• Relevant academic background in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering.
• Knowledge and implementation experience of cybersecurity frameworks.
• Certifications like ITIL, PMP, or SAP preferred; ISO 27001 or other cybersecurity certs are a plus.
• This opportunity is ideal for technology leaders with a passion for innovation, a strategic mindset, and strong stakeholder engagement capabilities in the FMCG or manufacturing industry.
• Moreso, the candidate should manage the implementation of SAP4HANA across the business. Hence dealing or have experience with SAP Consultants is a must for this role

Note: We do not charge candidates any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.

About the Company

Black Pearl is a human resources and recruitment agency that provides a holistic business and talent solution in a progressive, dynamic, and efficient way.

We pride ourselves as a unique black pearl and strive to delight our clients with a personalized partnership that helps them propel towards success.

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