About the role

Why you would like it

• Own the ICT strategy and execution (not just “keep the lights on”)
• Lead modernisation across platforms, data and security
• Senior role reporting into the CFO with strong business access
• Tangible programmes on the go (ERP transformation, cloud, integration)
• Influence how technology supports operational teams day-to-day

The opportunity

This is a senior leadership role for someone who can set direction and deliver outcomes. You’ll shape the ICT roadmap, lift digital maturity, and make sure systems, data and security are fit for where the organisation is heading. There’s plenty to get your teeth into: modernising the application landscape, enabling better reporting and insights, improving governance and service delivery, and supporting major business programmes (including ERP transformation and new operational initiatives). If you’re the type who can translate “what the business needs” into clear, prioritised technology decisions, and bring people with you - this one will suit. You’ll be joining a relatively small, nimble team, so this suits someone who’s genuinely hands on, and happy to roll up their sleeves and get things moving. Not everything will be black and white, so you’ll need to be comfortable operating in the grey, using good judgement, and communicating clearly. You’ll also be engaging with stakeholders across multiple locations, so confidence, clarity, and follow-through matter.

Company profile

A well-established New Zealand organisation with a practical, values-led culture and operations that rely on technology working reliably across sites. The focus is on continual improvement, safety, and making smart investments that help teams do their best work.

The role

• Set and deliver the ICT strategy, roadmap and governance
• Lead service delivery, vendors, budgets and risk/compliance
• Drive enterprise architecture improvements (integration, scalability, security)
• Partner closely with operations, supply chain, finance and commercial leaders
• Enable data-driven decision-making (analytics, insights, reporting capability)
• Identify and deliver automation opportunities (workflow, AI/ML where useful)
• Lead, coach and develop an internal ICT team
• Champion health & safety and good operational discipline

Your fit

• Senior ICT leadership experience (ideally 7+ years) in complex or multi-site environments
• Demonstrable background aligning technology initiatives with business strategy
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders, manage vendors and prioritise competing needs
• A natural leader and relationship builder, with experience inspiring and growing cross-functional teams
• Experience driving technology adoption and capability uplift
• Comfortable leading change: modernisation, cloud, ERP/enterprise systems, integration
• Excellent commercial acumen and strategic capability
• Strong grasp of governance, risk, security and service management
• Practical communicator: clear plans, straight talk, calm under pressure
• Bonus: certifications like ITIL, COBIT, TOGAF, PMP, Agile/Scrum; experience with analytics platforms and automation

If you’re keen to lead an ICT function that’s moving from “support” to “strategic enabler”, apply now. For further information or a confidential conversation, please contact Cory via cory@potentia.co.nz.