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Director of IT – Retail ERP, Cloud & IPO Readiness

Riyadh, KSA | Reports to: CEO | Direct reports: IT Ops, ERP/Odoo, DevOps, Software Engineering

We are a leading multinational retail group in the GCC, seeking a Director of IT with deep ERP (Odoo) expertise and proven leadership in enterprise IT transformation. This is not a generic IT manager role—we need a hands-on technology leader who has successfully run Odoo (or equivalent ERP) at scale, implemented cloud/DevOps best practices, and built audit-ready IT governance in preparation for IPO listing in KSA.

Role Overview

You will own the company's technology stack end-to-end—from ERP and retail systems to cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and cybersecurity. You will translate business needs (Finance, Retail, Supply Chain, E-commerce) into reliable, secure, and scalable systems. A strong background in Odoo ERP and experience with IPO-readiness in Saudi Arabia (Tadawul listing requirements) is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

ERP (Odoo – Mandatory)

· Lead Odoo ERP strategy, roadmap, and delivery across Finance, Inventory, Warehouse, and POS.

· Architect integrations with E-commerce, 3PL/logistics, payment gateways, VAT/GCC taxation.

· Oversee migrations, upgrades, UAT, cutover, and SLAs for stable post-go-live support.

Software Delivery & DevOps

· Establish SDLC discipline: backlog management, code standards, QA, release management.

· Build and coach internal + partner engineering teams.

· Implement CI/CD pipelines, IaC (Terraform), containerization (Docker/K8s), automated testing.

Cloud & Infrastructure

· Architect and operate cloud workloads (AWS strongly preferred).

· Optimize cost, availability, and resilience for retail peaks.

· Implement monitoring, alerting, and disaster recovery.

Security & Compliance

· Define and enforce ISMS, IAM, incident response, vendor security.

· Align with ISO 27001/NIST/PCI-DSS; ensure POS hardening and audit readiness.

· Drive vulnerability management, audits, and awareness training.

IPO-Readiness & Governance

· Lead IT governance, documentation, and control frameworks for Tadawul listing.

· Mature change management, DR/BCP, and compliance reporting.

· Partner with CFO/COO on IT-related aspects of financial audits.

Required Qualifications

· 10+ years in IT leadership, with 5+ years owning ERP/mission-critical systems.

· Mandatory: Proven Odoo leadership (Finance, Inventory, Warehouse, POS).

· Strong SDLC and DevOps leadership (CI/CD, Docker/K8s, Terraform, GitHub/GitLab).

· Cloud operations (AWS) with cost/performance optimization.

· Security leadership (ISO 27001/NIST/PCI, risk & incident management).

· Budget ownership, vendor/partner management, and team building.

· Retail domain knowledge: POS, omnichannel, VAT in GCC.

· Preferred: IPO-readiness/Tadawul listing experience.

Nice-to-Have Certifications

· Odoo functional/technical certifications

· AWS Solutions Architect

· ITIL, PMP, PMI-ACP

· CISSP / CISM

What Success Looks Like (12 Months)

· Stable ERP powering accurate finance closes, clean inventory, and fast POS.

· CI/CD pipelines delivering safe, automated releases.

· Cloud spend optimized with clear monitoring and controls.

· Documented IT controls, tested DR plan, and clean audit outcomes.

· A motivated, high-performing IT team with strong vendor alignment.

Why Join Us?

This is a strategic, high-impact role at the intersection of retail, technology, and capital markets. You will directly influence business performance today—and IPO success tomorrow.

Only apply if you have direct Odoo ERP leadership at enterprise scale.

Job Purpose:

The IT Senior Director is responsible for the management, strategy, and execution of IT infrastructure for AIC. He should be working with business owners to find solutions to manage business activities and should be Supervising the IT team while working closely with management, external vendors, and advisors, he is also responsible for Preparing financial budgets.

Core Responsibilities:

Provides leadership and direction to the IT team and ensures that all IT requirements are met with efficiency and effectiveness.

Oversees the implementation of the sub-departmental policies, procedures, and controls covering all IT activities.

Performs IT due diligence in assessing the health and viability of IT operations and environments of potential acquisition targets or partners.

Manages and co-ordinates outsourced IT projects and agreements to ensure compliance and performance to contract.

Supervising daily operations of the IT department.

Aligning IT infrastructure with current and future business requirements and goals.

Managing IT budgets, forecast, and enforcing cost-effectiveness.

Evaluating risk, developing network recovery and backup processes.

Assessing and purchasing new and replacement hardware.

Assuring that IT activities are within the limits of applicable laws, codes, and regulations.

Devising and establishing IT policies and systems to support the implementation of strategies set by upper management.

Overseeing all technology operations and evaluating them according to established goals.

Identify the need for upgrades, configurations, or new systems and report to upper management.

Supporting other departments in technology-related projects by providing feedback, advice, or direction.

Providing Operations Executive Director with periodic memorandum and report of IT activities, projects pipelines, monitoring reports, and updates on ongoing/upcoming projects.

Empowering, coaching, and engaging direct repartees in strategic projects and helping them to take the lead of those projects.

Job Specific Skills:

• Fluency in English and Arabic.
• Professional certification such as CGEIT, CCNA, CISSP is preferred.
• IT Services Management .
• Systems Management .
• IT Infrastructure .

Qualification & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in information technology/MIS or any related field.
• 7-9 years of experience in Information Technology.

Job Description

Position Title:
IT Director

Department:
Information Technology Department

Reports to:
CEO

Personal Attributes

Commitment and responsibility, decision-making, effective communication, focus, and continuous hard work.

General Objective of the Role

The IT Director is responsible for overseeing the organization's networks and software, including all IT-related hardware and systems. The role involves monitoring the network infrastructure, troubleshooting different systems, and staying updated with data protection solutions to ensure the organization has consistent, secure, and well-documented systems.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• 5–10 years
  of proven experience in IT management.
• Professional IT certifications such as
  MCTS, MCITP, A+, CompTIA, etc.
• Strong knowledge of computer hardware and network equipment.
• Up-to-date awareness of IT advancements and updates.
• Ability to manage a team, provide guidance, and achieve IT objectives.
• Strategic thinking skills to set comprehensive plans for sustainable growth and stability in the market.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Oversee the organization's network infrastructure and available systems.
• Manage teams of technicians, system engineers, and other IT staff.
• Troubleshoot computer issues and provide recommendations for suitable solutions.
• Maintain organized employee and customer data and records.
• Analyze call logs to identify recurring issues.
• Update self-help documentation so employees/customers can attempt basic troubleshooting.
• Test and repair IT equipment and devices.
• Maintain and improve the organization's local networks and servers.
• Supervise data backup operations and system security.
• Manage installations, upgrades, and configurations of hardware and software.
• Evaluate system performance and recommend required improvements.
• Provide solutions and recommendations to prevent hardware and data system issues.
• Ensure data is processed or transferred according to legal and organizational guidelines.
• Control IT-related costs and budgets.
• Manage contracts with IT equipment vendors (computers, CCTV, etc.) ensuring competitive prices and high quality.
• Develop IT policies and best practices.
• Proficiency in cloud computing operations.
• Strong knowledge of network and information system management.
• Knowledge of data protection processes and legal requirements.
• Leadership and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to provide alternative solutions to problems.
• Research and explore emerging technologies in the market to assess compatibility with the company's priorities and principles.
• Financial management skills to support strategies, achieve IT objectives, and ensure adherence to schedules.

Company Description
Raffles & Fairmont Red Sea
, positioned in the Kingdom's groundbreaking Red Sea Project, will provide visitors access to a nature-focused resort. With 361 rooms, eleven distinct dining concepts, including overwater restaurants with views of the Red Sea and the mangroves, and a spa. The resort will be situated next to an 18 hole championship golf course, reflecting Fairmont's association as a world class golf destination. It will set new standards in sustainable development, positioned on 200km of untouched coastline, an archipelago of more than 90 unspoiled islands, dormant volcanoes, rich marine habitat, and ancient archaeological sites.

Job Description
Responsible for set up, monitoring and maintaining the Cluster IT infrastructure, including the computer networks, servers, POS systems and communication technologies of the Hotels.

Ensuring and implementing security measures to ensure the integrity and privacy of corporate and guest data, as well as compliance with data protection regulations.

Leading the Cluster IT team

Technical instruction for employees and trainees

Motivation of the team

Installation and configuration of hardware and software.

Troubleshooting and troubleshooting of IT issues that arise.

Technical support for all employees of all mentioned companies as well as the organization of employee training to ensure the efficient use of IT systems and tools.

Development of technological solutions that improve guest service, such as optimization of reservation systems, digital check-in/check-out procedures and Wi-Fi services.

Resolving issues and handling guest complaints, related to IT challenges.

Communicate with other departments to ensure the smooth running of operations.

Negotiation and communication with IT suppliers and service providers to ensure that the products and services delivered and used meet the requirements of hotel operators.

Responsibility for effective vacation planning for all team members.

Regular participation in HOD meetings and conducting daily team briefings.

Conducting appraisal interviews with all team members, according to Raffles & Fairmont standards.

Management of the IT budget in terms of efficient use of resources.

Leading IT projects and initiatives, such as introducing new technologies or updating software applications.

Informing management about the status and progress of IT initiatives.

Preparation of reports to document the usefulness and effectiveness of IT systems.

Tracking technological trends. The incumbent must deal with current IT trends in order to keep hotel operations competitive.

Qualifications
Knowledge and Experience

• Diploma in Information Technology
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience with at least 1 year in a similar capacity
• Good reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language
• Knowledge of Windows Operating System
• Ideally previous experience in pre-opening

Competencies

• Good communication skills
• Service oriented with an eye for details
• Ability to work effectively and contribute in a team
• Self-motivated and energetic

Additional Information

What's In It For You.

• The opportunity to join Accor, a leading global hospitality group with an exceptional portfolio of luxury brands.
• The chance to define the pre-opening operations for two iconic resorts at one of the world's most anticipated new destinations.
• Become part of a team dedicated to creating unparalleled luxury hospitality experiences.
• A competitive package and excellent opportunities for professional growth.
• Outstanding discounts across the global Accor and luxury brand network.

Company Description

Raffles & Fairmont Red Sea, positioned in the Kingdom's groundbreaking Red Sea Project, will provide visitors access to a nature-focused resort. With 361 rooms, eleven distinct dining concepts, including overwater restaurants with views of the Red Sea and the mangroves, and a spa. The resort will be situated next to an 18 hole championship golf course, reflecting Fairmont's association as a world class golf destination. It will set new standards in sustainable development, positioned on 200km of untouched coastline, an archipelago of more than 90 unspoiled islands, dormant volcanoes, rich marine habitat, and ancient archaeological sites.

Job Description

Responsible for set up, monitoring and maintaining the Cluster IT infrastructure, including the computer networks, servers, POS systems and communication technologies of the Hotels.

Ensuring and implementing security measures to ensure the integrity and privacy of corporate and guest data, as well as compliance with data protection regulations.

Leading the Cluster IT team

Technical instruction for employees and trainees

Motivation of the team

Installation and configuration of hardware and software.

Troubleshooting and troubleshooting of IT issues that arise.

Technical support for all employees of all mentioned companies as well as the organization of employee training to ensure the efficient use of IT systems and tools.

Development of technological solutions that improve guest service, such as optimization of reservation systems, digital check-in/check-out procedures and Wi-Fi services.

Resolving issues and handling guest complaints, related to IT challenges.

Communicate with other departments to ensure the smooth running of operations.

Negotiation and communication with IT suppliers and service providers to ensure that the products and services delivered and used meet the requirements of hotel operators.

Responsibility for effective vacation planning for all team members.

Regular participation in HOD meetings and conducting daily team briefings.

Conducting appraisal interviews with all team members, according to Raffles & Fairmont standards.

Management of the IT budget in terms of efficient use of resources.

Leading IT projects and initiatives, such as introducing new technologies or updating software applications.

Informing management about the status and progress of IT initiatives.

Preparation of reports to document the usefulness and effectiveness of IT systems.

Tracking technological trends. The incumbent must deal with current IT trends in order to keep hotel operations competitive.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Experience

• Diploma in Information Technology
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience with at least 1 year in a similar capacity
• Good reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language
• Knowledge of Windows Operating System
• Ideally previous experience in pre-opening

Competencies

• Good communication skills
• Service oriented with an eye for details
• Ability to work effectively and contribute in a team
• Self-motivated and energetic

Additional Information

What's in it for you.

• The opportunity to join Accor, a leading global hospitality group with an exceptional portfolio of luxury brands.
• The chance to define the pre-opening operations for two iconic resorts at one of the world's most anticipated new destinations.
• Become part of a team dedicated to creating unparalleled luxury hospitality experiences.
• A competitive package and excellent opportunities for professional growth.
• Outstanding discounts across the global Accor and luxury brand network.

Saudi Arabia has one of the most important infrastructure pipelines in the world and KPMG is well placed to advise public and private sector clients in infrastructure and PPP projects.

Our 100+ team (Infrastructure & Real Estate) is expanding to meet the growing opportunities in the market.

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Director to join our Infrastructure Advisory Practice in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. We are looking for someone with a proven track record in executing Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects on behalf preferably of the government but can also be with the private sector.

1. Lead and manage large-scale PPP projects, ensuring successful execution from inception to completion.
2. Advise from strategy and business case preparations to commercial close and potentially beyond to contract delivery.
3. Engage with the different government bodies, regulators and the private sector to understand their requirements so that projects attract competition, are bankable and generate Value for Money.
4. Oversee the due diligence process, risk assessment, and financial structuring of PPP projects.
5. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including legal, tax, and technical experts to ensure comprehensive project delivery.
6. Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
7. Represent the firm in high-level meetings and negotiations with key stakeholders.

1. A strong infrastructure advisory background with at least 15 years of experience.
2. Track record of successfully executing PPP projects for government and private sector clients.
3. Proficiency in English is essential; proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable.
4. Experience within healthcare, real estate, and/or transport sectors is preferred.
5. Analytical and commercial skills.
6. Leadership and project management capabilities.
7. Communication and negotiation skills.
8. Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Saudi Arabia has one of the most important infrastructure pipelines in the world and KPMG is well placed to advise public and private sector clients in infrastructure and PPP projects.

Our 100+ team (Infrastructure & Real Estate) is expanding to meet the growing opportunities in the market.

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Director to join our Infrastructure Advisory Practice in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. We are looking for someone with a proven track record in executing Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects on behalf preferably of the government but can also be with the private sector.

1. Lead and manage large-scale PPP projects, ensuring successful execution from inception to completion.
2. Advise from strategy and business case preparations to commercial close and potentially beyond to contract delivery.
3. Engage with the different government bodies, regulators and the private sector to understand their requirements so that projects attract competition, are bankable and generate Value for Money.
4. Oversee the due diligence process, risk assessment, and financial structuring of PPP projects.
5. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including legal, tax, and technical experts to ensure comprehensive project delivery.
6. Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
7. Represent the firm in high-level meetings and negotiations with key stakeholders.

1. A strong infrastructure advisory background with at least 15 years of experience.
2. Track record of successfully executing PPP projects for government and private sector clients.
3. Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable.
4. Experience within healthcare, real estate, and/or transport sectors is preferred.
5. Strong analytical and commercial skills.
6. Leadership and project management capabilities.
7. Effective communication and negotiation skills.
8. Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Our client,
a leading global advisory firm, is seeking a Director to join its growing
Strategic Communications
practice in
Riyadh
. This is a senior leadership position offering the opportunity to play a key role in advising prominent clients across corporate, financial and public affairs mandates within the Kingdom and the wider region.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing high-profile client relationships, leading and developing a talented local team, and driving new business opportunities in a fast-evolving market. You will be part of an ambitious and collaborative environment that brings together senior advisors from corporate communications, financial advisory, management consulting and government relations backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic communications programmes for major corporate and government clients.
• Provide senior counsel on reputation management, stakeholder engagement, and media strategy.
• Oversee and mentor a high-performing team, ensuring excellence across all client delivery.
• Identify and convert new business opportunities, contributing to the office's continued growth.
• Collaborate with senior colleagues across multiple international offices to deliver integrated advisory solutions.

Key Requirements:

• 10+ years' experience in strategic communications, corporate affairs, or public relations, ideally within a consultancy environment.
• Proven track record in
  client relationship management
  ,
  team leadership
  , and
  business development
  .
• Strong understanding of the KSA market and its evolving communications landscape.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English (Arabic advantageous).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.
• In line with the Kingdom's Nitaqat requirements, this position is open to
  Saudi Nationals only
  .

This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior communications professional seeking to shape strategy at the highest level, working alongside global leaders and organisations at the forefront of transformation across the Kingdom.

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