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We are a leading multinational company based in GCC, and we are looking for a Director of IT to lead our IT team.

Location: Riyadh, KSA

Reporting to: CEO (with close partnership with CFO/COO)

Direct reports: IT Operations, ERP/Odoo, DevOps, Software Engineering

You will own the company’s technology stack end to end. Lead Odoo and related ERPs, build a disciplined SDLC, run cloud and DevOps, and raise the security bar. You will translate the company needs into reliable systems across Finance, Inventory/Warehouse, and POS, while growing a high-performing team. Experience with IPO-readiness in KSA is a strong plus.

• Lead Odoo strategy, roadmap, and delivery across Finance & Accounting, Inventory, Warehouse, and POS.
• Drive process design with Finance, Supply Chain, Retail, and E-commerce; remove manual work and enforce controls.
• Own integrations (e-commerce, payment gateways, logistics/3PL, loyalty, taxation/VAT).
• Manage upgrades, data migration, UAT, cutover, and post-go-live support with clear SLAs.
• Run the full SDLC: backlog, architecture, coding standards, code review, QA, release management.
• Manage an in-house/partner engineering team; set goals, coach, and hire.
• Establish CI/CD and environment strategy (dev/test/stage/prod) with automated testing.
• Architect, deploy, and operate workloads in the cloud; AWS is a strong plus.
• Apply IaC (e.g., Terraform), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), monitoring, alerting, and backup/DR.
• Optimize cost, performance, and availability for retail peaks and store operations.

• Own build/deploy pipelines (GitHub Actions/GitLab CI), artifact management, secrets, and rollback plans.
• Implement observability (logs, metrics, traces) and performance tuning for Odoo and APIs.

• Lead ISMS and risk management; define policies, access controls, incident response, and vendor security.
• Align to common frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001/NIST) and retail needs (POS hardening, PCI considerations).
• Run regular vulnerability management, audits, and security awareness.

• Ensure ERP data quality, audit trails, and segregation of duties.
• Partner with Finance on close, reporting, and compliance; enable BI dashboards for operations.

• Own IT/ERP/Cloud budgets, forecasting, and license/vendor management.
• Negotiate contracts and manage partners to measurable outcomes.

• Support documentation, IT controls, and audit readiness tied to listing requirements on the Saudi stock market (Tadawul).
• Mature change management, DR/BCP, and evidence-based IT governance.

• 10+ years in IT, including 5+ years leading teams and owning mission-critical systems.
• Odoo experience is a must with hands-on leadership across Finance & Accounting, Inventory, Warehouse, and POS.
• Experience with at least one other ERP (Dynamics 365, Oracle) is a strong plus.
• Proven SDLC leadership managing developers and shipping production systems.
• Cloud architecture and operations; AWS experience strongly preferred.
• Solid DevOps toolkit: CI/CD, Docker/K8s, IaC (Terraform), monitoring/logging.
• Information security leadership: policies, IAM, risk, incident management, and audits.
• Budget ownership, vendor management, and team building.
• Strong plus: led or supported tech workstreams for a company listed on KSA’s stock market (Tadawul).

• Bachelor’s in computer science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Odoo certifications; AWS Solutions Architect; ITIL/PMP/PMI-ACP; CISSP/CISM (or equivalents) are advantageous.
• English required; Arabic is a plus.

• Stable Odoo core running clean finance closes, accurate inventory, and fast POS.
• CI/CD in place with automated testing and safe, frequent releases.
• Cloud costs optimized with clear dashboards and alerts.
• Documented security controls, tested DR plan, and clean audit outcomes.
• A motivated team with clear roles, growth plans, and strong vendor performance.

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• Develop and implement the company's IT strategy in alignment with business objectives.
• Oversee the IT infrastructure, enterprise applications (ERP, MES, LIMS, QMS), cybersecurity, and cloud services.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives, including automation and AI technologies.
• Manage IT budgets, procurement, and vendor relationships to optimize technology investments.
• Establish and enforce IT security policies and disaster recovery plans to protect data integrity and business continuity.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the IT team, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency, supply chain management, and quality assurance through technology solutions.
• Monitor and assess emerging technologies to recommend strategic investments.
• Ensure seamless IT support and system uptime to minimize operational disruptions.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of IT leadership experience, preferably in pharmaceutical or manufacturing industries.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) a
• Expertise in IT governance, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in digital transformation, cloud computing, and automation solutions.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of successful IT implementations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Seniority level Director

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Information Technology
• Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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The Senior Manager – Organizational Interface is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the alignment and integration of the Transport Business Unit (TBU) with other Qiddiya projects, government agencies, and external partners. This position ensures that objectives, timelines, and deliverables are harmonized across all interfacing organizations, fostering seamless collaboration and operational efficiency. The role demands exceptional stakeholder leadership, high-level negotiation skills, and extensive experience managing complex interfaces within giga-projects or large-scale urban developments. The ideal candidate will be an influential communicator, trusted advisor to senior leadership, and a champion of governance excellence, ensuring that Qiddiya’s transport initiatives are fully integrated into the broader Vision 2030 framework.

• Lead the development and execution of Qiddiya’s organizational interface management strategy, ensuring alignment across all internal and external stakeholders.
• Direct the mapping, coordination, and governance of interface points between the TBU, other Qiddiya projects, contractors, consultants, and government agencies.
• Serve as the primary senior liaison for high-level stakeholder engagement, representing the TBU in strategic forums, negotiations, and decision-making sessions.
• Oversee resolution of complex interface issues, ensuring risks are identified early and addressed with strategic mitigation plans.
• Ensure transport projects integrate seamlessly with other city-wide infrastructure, utilities, and urban development programs.
• Establish and monitor performance metrics to track interface effectiveness, reporting regularly to senior leadership and recommending improvements.
• Lead governance forums, workshops, and coordination meetings to align stakeholders on priorities, responsibilities, and timelines.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with key government entities, regulatory authorities, and strategic delivery partners to enable timely decision-making and approvals.
• Drive compliance with all applicable laws, safety standards, and Qiddiya governance protocols in interface management activities.
• Mentor and guide interface management teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Project Management, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Education from a top-tier global institution highly desirable.

• Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in interface and integration management, stakeholder leadership, or related disciplines within large-scale infrastructure or transport projects.
• Proven success managing multi-stakeholder relationships in giga-projects or complex urban developments in the Middle East or GCC.
• Strong working knowledge of Saudi Arabian regulatory frameworks, governance processes, and Vision 2030 priorities.

• Recognized certifications in project management, systems integration, or stakeholder engagement preferred.

Qiddiya is Saudi Arabia’s future capital of entertainment, sports, and culture — a 360 km² mega-project just outside Riyadh. From F1-grade racetracks and theme parks to stadiums and performance venues, we’re creating a destination like no other. This is more than a project, it’s a national transformation. As construction accelerates, we’re hiring ambitious talent to help shape it. If you’re driven by scale, impact, and the chance to build something iconic from the ground up, Qiddiya is calling for you.

Role Summary:

Together with the Director, Customer Experience Strategy & Planning, works on one or more transport projects to build the proposed customer journey. Liaises with transport project teams, strategy, operations and other functions as needed to embed a world leading customer experience. In collaboration with the Customer Intelligence team, evaluate the effectiveness of transport initiatives that impact the transport customer experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Development of CX performance frameworks, KPIs, and investment plans.
• Align customer experience goals with strategic transport plans and capital projects
• Builds service design journey maps to inform decisions.
• Support service planning and network design with a focus on customer outcomes.
• Represent the voice of the customer in cross-departmental planning forums.
• Influencing Without Authority – Aligns stakeholders and secures commitment across silos.

Qualifications & Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree. Master preferred in Transport Planning, Business Strategy, or Customer Experience.

· 8+ years in transport customer experience or service planning; GCC experience highly regarded.

· Strong background in project coordination, performance evaluation, and stakeholder management

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. 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. Ability 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. 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.

Qiddiya is Saudi Arabia's future capital of entertainment, sports, and culture - a 360 km mega-project just outside Riyadh. From F1-grade racetracks and theme parks to stadiums and performance venues, we're creating a destination like no other. This is more than a project, it's a national transformation. As construction accelerates, we're hiring ambitious talent to help shape it. If you're driven by scale, impact, and the chance to build something iconic from the ground up, Qiddiya is calling for you.

Role Summary:

Together with the Director, Customer Experience Strategy & Planning, works on one or more transport projects to build the proposed customer journey. Liaises with transport project teams, strategy, operations and other functions as needed to embed a world leading customer experience. In collaboration with the Customer Intelligence team, evaluate the effectiveness of transport initiatives that impact the transport customer experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Development of CX performance frameworks, KPIs, and investment plans.
• Align customer experience goals with strategic transport plans and capital projects
• Builds service design journey maps to inform decisions.
• Support service planning and network design with a focus on customer outcomes.
• Represent the voice of the customer in cross-departmental planning forums.
• Influencing Without Authority - Aligns stakeholders and secures commitment across silos.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's degree. Master preferred in Transport Planning, Business Strategy, or Customer Experience.

8+ years in transport customer experience or service planning; GCC experience highly regarded.

Strong background in project coordination, performance evaluation, and stakeholder management