Country Head of IT - Global Manufacturing

• Country-level IT ownership with end-to-end responsibility for Thailand.


• Join a well-established global manufacturing organization.

About Our Client

The hiring company is a leading global industrial and manufacturing organization with operations across multiple continents and a strong presence in Thailand. The business operates in a highly technology-driven environment, with significant manufacturing operations and a broad international network.

Job Description

• Lead the overall IT strategy and operations across Thailand.


• Act as the senior technology partner to country and business leadership.


• Ensure reliable, secure, and effective IT services across the organization.


• Oversee infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, data, end-user services, and technology operations.


• Drive technology transformation and modernization initiatives aligned with business priorities.


• Establish strong IT governance, standards, policies, and risk management.


• Lead and develop the local IT organization and technology capabilities..


• Manage strategic technology partners, vendors, and service providers.


• Oversee IT budgets, investments, and resource planning.


• Work closely with regional and global technology teams on enterprise initiatives.


• Identify opportunities where technology can improve business performance, efficiency, and scalability.

The Successful Applicant

• 10+ years of experience in IT, with significant leadership responsibility


• Experience leading IT within a large, multinational organization


• Strong background across IT operations, infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and technology transformation


• Experience managing teams, budgets, vendors, and complex technology environments


• Strong business partnering and stakeholder management capabilities


• Ability to operate effectively across both local and regional/global environments


• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline

Preferred

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment


• Previous country, regional, or enterprise IT leadership experience


• Experience leading technology transformation in a complex multinational organization


• Strong understanding of cybersecurity, governance, and IT risk


• Excellent English communication skills

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary.


• Attractive performance bonus to reward achievements.


• Access to a provident fund for long-term financial planning.


• Comprehensive group insurance for health and well-being.


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