Chief Technology Officer

SUMMARY:
The CTO will play a critical role in leveraging advanced technologies, optimizing data-driven decision-making, and ensuring the security and scalability of Austell’s digital infrastructure.
 
Role Overview
 
The CTO will be responsible for shaping and executing Austell’s technology vision to enhance operational efficiency, innovation, and competitiveness. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, a hands-on leader, and an expert in AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data analytics.
 
The CTO will report directly to the CEO and work closely with the executive leadership team to ensure that technology aligns with Austell’s global expansion strategy, regulatory compliance, and long-term business goals.

POSITION INFO:
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
(Executive Leadership)

Key Responsibilities
Technology Strategy & Digital Transformation

• Develop and implement a technology roadmap aligned with Austell’s growth and commercial strategies.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives, including AI-driven analytics, automation, IoT, and blockchain applications for supply chain and operations.
• Oversee the integration of digital tools into sales, marketing, and medical affairs to enhance engagement with healthcare professionals and consumers.

• Lead the development and management of enterprise data warehouses to centralize, structure, and analyse business-critical data across all divisions.
• Establish and implement data governance frameworks to ensure data integrity, security, compliance, and accessibility.
• Optimize data architecture and cloud-based storage solutions for scalable and efficient data processing.
• Drive AI and predictive analytics initiatives to enhance decision-making in commercial and supply chain operations.
• Ensure compliance with global data privacy regulations (POPIA and SAHPRA) and industry best practices.

• Oversee ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), CRM (Customer Relationship Management), and cloud-based digital infrastructure to ensure operational efficiency and scalability.
• Strengthen cybersecurity frameworks to safeguard Austell’s data, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance.

• Make strategic decisions on IT hardware investments, ensuring alignment with business needs, cost efficiency, and future scalability.
• Ensure business continuity and disaster recovery strategies are in place for all technology functions.

• Implement AI-powered business intelligence solutions to optimize decision-making and performance tracking.
• Drive data analytics and machine learning models to enhance predictive forecasting, sales effectiveness, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure cross-functional teams can access real-time data insights for improved business decision-making.

• Build and lead a high-performing technology team across IT, digital transformation, data analytics, and AI.
• Manage and mentor technology teams, ensuring strong collaboration, efficiency, and technical excellence.
• Foster a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous learning within Austell.