it strategy manager

The Hackett Group

<div><p><b>ABOUT US
</b></p><p>The Hackett Group (NASDAQ: HCKT) is an intellectual property-based strategic consultancy and leading enterprise benchmarking firm to global companies, offering digital transformation including implementation of leading enterprise cloud applications, workflow automation and analytics that enable digital world class performance.
</p><p>Hackett's Strategy &amp; Business Transformation (S&amp;BT) practice specializes in helping clients to improve the performance of their operations to enable growth and effectiveness and achieve meaningful cost efficiencies. As part of Business Transformation, Hackett professionals provide dedicated expertise in business strategy, operations, finance and shared services, human capital management, strategic sourcing, procurement, and information technology. Our approach provides full lifecycle service from strategy definition through design and implementation and, finally, continuous improvement. All of Hackett's programs have digital solutions embedded to accelerate and fuse our clients' business and technology transformations.
</p><p>Please visit our website at www.thehackettgroup.com to find out more about our firm.
</p><p><b>MANAGER/SENIOR CONSULTANT TECHNOLOGY TRANSFORMATION
</b></p><p>The Technology Transformation practice is one of the key practice areas within the Strategy &amp; Business Transformation Practice and works with the technology leaders in the organization (CIO, CDO, CTO) to drive business and technology transformation. We partner with technology organizations to address gaps through business and technology capability roadmaps, technology governance, change management, technology sourcing, operating model strategies and business engagement. We recognize that true technology transformation comes through changes in culture and ways of interacting with business partners.
</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for an enterprising individual to build and grow a team of strategy and operations management consultants based in India to support the Technology Transformation practice on client engagements globally. The Manager will work in close collaboration with the Hackett consulting team in the US and support delivery of client engagements. The Manager will also have the responsibility to oversee and guide a local team of Consultants and Senior Consultants in their day-to-day activities.
</p><p><b>Consulting Managers will typically be involved in the following activities:
</b></p><ul><li>Scoping and planning client engagements
</li><li>Managing teams to complete client work in accordance with established budget, workplans, and quality standards
</li><li>Identifying and resolving issues critical to the clients' strategic and operational success
</li><li>Providing technical/functional content
</li><li>Developing and presenting conclusions and recommendations to senior client management
</li><li>Providing solution implementation assistance as required
</li><li>Developing leading industry insight to present to clients
</li><li>Managing client relationships and reporting project progress
</li><li>Leading, coaching, developing, and supervising the efforts of junior staff
</li></ul><p><b>Managers/Senior Consultant in the Technology Transformation Practice will demonstrate capabilities in the following areas:
</b></p><ul><li>IT Operating Model
</li><li>Digital Transformation
</li><li>Application Strategy &amp; Deployment
</li><li>IT Outsourcing Advisory
</li><li>IT Benchmarking/Process Improvement
</li><li>IT Strategy &amp; IT Governance Frameworks
</li><li>Organizational Change Management
</li><li>Business Relationship Management
</li><li>IT Cost Reduction
</li><li>Digital Literacy
</li><li>Agile IT Operations
</li></ul><p><b>Managers will typically have:
</b></p><ul><li>7+ years of related strategy or transformation ( not system integration) consulting (i.e., working closely with clients on assessments, analysis, problem framing, problem solving, solution identification, initiative prioritization, roadmap development, and transformation implementation) or industry experience in IT Leadership roles showing progression/promotion
</li><li>Outstanding analytical capability
</li><li>Demonstrated experience with strategy and operations within one or more targeted industries
</li><li>The ability to effectively operate independently and in a team environment as well as manage people and project workplans
</li><li>Outstanding verbal, written communication, and client facing skills (e.g., interviews, workshops, executive read-outs)
</li><li>An MBA or other relevant advanced degrees in Business, Engineering or Sciences from a top educational institution
</li></ul><p><b>Other Preferences:
</b></p><ul><li>Candidates based in Hyderabad are preferred
</li><li>Strong preference for candidates willing to start their days in the afternoon and work into the late evening hours (India Standard Time) to have 3-5 hours of overlap with the US team
</li></ul><p>In addition to the qualifications listed above, the firm places high emphasis on relevant personal qualities: entrepreneurial, creative, imaginative, resourceful, independent, motivated, professional, and collaborative.</p></div><p></p>
<br><div></div>About Us:<br><div></div>

Senior Consultant/Manager - S&BT

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div><p>Join Qiddiya Investment Company as the Manager - IT Strategy &amp; Planning, where you will play a crucial role in shaping and implementing the IT strategy that supports our ambitious vision for entertainment, culture, and sports in Saudi Arabia. You will be responsible for aligning IT goals with business objectives while driving innovation and efficiency across our technology landscape.</p><p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></h3><ul>
<li>Develop and implement IT strategies and plans that align with the overall corporate strategy and business objectives.</li>
<li>Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities within the IT space that could benefit the organization.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure the alignment of IT initiatives with the needs of the business.</li>
<li>Establish and maintain performance metrics to measure effectiveness and efficiency of IT operations and strategic projects.</li>
<li>Prepare and present reports to senior leadership on the progress of IT strategy initiatives, outcomes, and potential adjustments.</li>
<li>Lead the budgeting and resource allocation processes to ensure strategic IT objectives are met.</li>
<li>Facilitate strategy workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions to foster alignment and collaboration.</li>
<li>Monitor technological advancements and industry best practices to continuously evolve the IT strategy.</li>
</ul><p><b>Requirements</b></p><ul>
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Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, or a related field.</li>
<li>5+ years of experience in IT strategy, planning, with a strong understanding of business processes.</li>
<li>Proven track record in strategic planning and project management.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex information into actionable strategies.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.</li>
<li>Deep understanding of IT governance frameworks and performance metrics.</li>
<li>Desirable: certifications in IT management, project management, or related fields.</li>
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Benefits</b></p><p>
Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.</p></div>

Manager - IT Strategy & Planning

Client of James Douglas Middle East

<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>
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 <li>Develop and execute a 3-5 year IT strategy roadmap aligned with our client's business objectives.</li>
 <li>Lead digital transformation initiatives including cloud migration, ERP modernization, and customer experience platforms.</li>
 <li>Champion innovation through agile methodologies, design thinking, and business model innovation frameworks.</li>
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<p><strong>Governance &amp; Compliance</strong></p>
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 <li>Drive cybersecurity strategy including SOC/NOC operations, SIEM integration, and federated identity management.</li>
 <li>Monitor and report on IT performance metrics, ROI, and strategic KPIs to executive stakeholders.</li>
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<p><strong>Enterprise Architecture &amp; Infrastructure</strong></p>
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 <li>Architect scalable, secure, and resilient IT infrastructure across data centers and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).</li>
 <li>Lead DevOps and CI/CD practices to accelerate product delivery and operational agility.</li>
 <li>Oversee ERP systems (Oracle, JD Edwards, NetSuite) and integration with eCommerce, CRM, and payment gateways.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Change Management</strong></p>
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 <li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Finance, and Operations to drive digital enablement.</li>
 <li>Facilitate executive workshops, innovation sprints, and strategic discovery sessions.</li>
 <li>Manage vendor relationships, RFP processes, and technology selection aligned with business needs.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Team Leadership &amp; Capability Building</strong></p>
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 <li>Build and mentor high-performing techno-functional teams across development, infrastructure, and business analysis.</li>
 <li>Promote a culture of continuous improvement, agile delivery, and customer-centricity.</li>
 <li>Lead strategic hiring and talent development initiatives to support IT transformation goals.</li>
</ul>

AVP IT Strategy & Governance

Mehan Executive Search

<p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong><br><br>We are looking to hire a UAE National candidate for our client for the above-mentioned role based in Abu Dhabi.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>1) Lead and manage the development, implementation and administration of Corporate IT plans, strategy, operating budget, policies and procedures and all related reporting standards ensuring alignment to Organization's overall business strategy and consistency across locations.</p><p>2) Collaborate with Director IT Upstream and ensure effective consolidation of the overall IT budget and plans in line with Organization’s strategic objectives and strategies.</p><p>3) Act as an advisor to the senior management and executive team on all corporate IT matters to facilitate achievement of business goals. Provide guidance to Organization's Qatar IT team in order to facilitate effective alignment of standards across all IT functions and to support establishment of processes in line with the corporate guidelines. Ensure effective standardization and alignment in terms of skills, technology and processes across IT departments in UAE and in Qatar.</p><p>4) Ensure effective contribution of all IT services to address critical challenges, sustainability efforts and key business objectives of entity as per the overall corporate strategy and business plan.&nbsp;</p><p>5) Provide leadership, coaching and direction to corporate IT management team and staff. Direct and guide the activities of the assigned personal, guide efforts aimed at achieving IT division objectives.&nbsp;</p><p>6) Build relationships and create synergies across the organization to favor secure, cost effective and valuable shared solutions.</p><p>7) Direct the design and implementation of IT standards, governance processes and industry best practices.</p><p>8) Endorse and approve the effective development, implementation and maintenance of quality assurance and control processes and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to ensure provision of high-quality IT services in accord with defined quality standards and SLAs.</p><p>9) Provide overall direction to the IT Technology Solutions function to ensure the effective coordination with the business to identify emerging IT requirements, direct and guide business relationships, and portfolio management while advising on emerging technological trends and state-of-the-art solutions to effectively meet business requirements.</p><p>10) Ensure alignment between upstream and downstream by focusing on added value solutions (communication and collaboration, decision making, business process automation, mobility) in collaboration with Automation department.</p><p>11) Ensure effective collaboration with the Corporate Information Security and the implementation of IT security policies and systems to safeguard and protect all IT operations and ensure the reliability and integrity of data across the organization.</p><p>12) Provide overall direction to the development and management of IT services sourcing strategy, vendor management policies &amp; guidelines in order to ensure achievement of IT requirements, in accordance to statutory/ entity’s policies with optimum benefits to the organization.</p><p>13) Provide overall direction to IT operations so that it meets and exceeds the service levels agreed with users and conforms to relevant technical and security standards within budgeted cost. Ensure optimization of IT quality of services and maximize end users' satisfaction.&nbsp;</p><p>14) Build social and fiscal responsibility across IT division. Provide professional advice and support to all levels of the business on the full range of IT issues to ensure that the IT capability of the business is optimized.</p><p>15) Perform other similar or related duties as required or assigned by senior management.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Director (Corporate IT)

PricewaterhouseCoopers

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    <p> <b>Leadership &amp; Strategy</b> </p>
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    <p> Define and execute the long-term digital assets strategy for TLS in the ME. </p>
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    <p> Ensure governance, prioritization, and alignment of technology initiatives with PwC global standards and local business needs. </p>
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    <p> <b>Technology Portfolio Oversight</b> </p>
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    <p> Oversee and manage a portfolio of 20+ digital tools, including: </p>
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    <p> <b>In-house development</b>  (e.g., e-invoicing solutions, reconciliation engines, AI Agents and AI workflow tools). </p>
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    <p> <b>Localization of global PwC solutions</b> </p>
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    <p> <b>Automation &amp; analytics initiatives</b>  using Power Automate, Alteryx, Databricks, and Power BI. </p>
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    <p> Ensure sustainability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness of deployed solutions. </p>
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    <p> <b>Team Management</b> </p>
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    <p> Lead and develop a cross-regional team of 20+ professionals. Build a high-performance culture, with clear goals, coaching, and continuous improvement. </p>
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    <p> <b>AI Enablement</b> </p>
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    <p> Act as the key technology lead for AI initiatives within TLS, design and implement AI-enabled solutions, ensuring robust infrastructure and realistic expectation management. </p>
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    <p> <b>Stakeholder Engagement</b> </p>
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    <p> Serve as the primary liaison with global PwC technology teams, internal IT, Finance, and Risk &amp; Quality. Translate complex technical topics into clear, business-oriented messages. </p>
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    <p> Report regularly to TLS stakeholders (CEO, COO, CFO, CTO, business line leaders) on project portfolio, budgets, and outcomes. </p>
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    <p> <b>Governance &amp; Financials</b> </p>
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    <p> Lead financial planning, budgeting, and cost management for digital assets and provide transparency on costs, projects, and performance metrics. </p>
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    <p> Ensure compliance with internal and external standards, including cybersecurity and risk management. </p>
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    <p> <b>Education &amp; Experience</b> </p>
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    <p> 12+ years of experience in technology strategy, digital transformation, or IT leadership roles, preferably within professional services, consulting, or large enterprise environments. </p>
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    <p> Proven record of accomplishment of leading large, multi-disciplinary teams in a high-pressure environment. </p>
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    <p> Strong background in project and portfolio management. </p>
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    <p> <b>Technical Expertise</b> </p>
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    <p> Solid understanding of application development lifecycle, software architecture, and cloud infrastructure. </p>
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    <p> Experience with data &amp; analytics technologies (Alteryx, Databricks, Power BI) and automation platforms (e.g., Power Automate). </p>
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    <p> Knowledge of AI technologies, their infrastructure requirements, limitations, and risks. </p>
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    <p> Awareness of cybersecurity and data governance best practices. </p>
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    <p> <b>Leadership &amp; Soft Skills</b> </p>
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    <p> Excellent communication and influencing skills; ability to translate technology into business language. </p>
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    <p> Strong change management and stakeholder management capabilities. </p>
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    <p> Proven ability to manage senior stakeholder expectations and balance competing priorities. </p>
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    <p> Experience in managing distributed, cross-cultural teams. </p>
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Tax & Legal Services - Digital Assets Lead - Director

Siemens Energy

<div><p><b>A Snapshot of Your Day</b></p><p></p><p>
Within the Global IT HUB Organization, you will be working closely with the IT HUB management team Middle East &amp; Africa (MEA) and be involved in Key projects, coordination, and support of critical Hub topics.</p><p>
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated IT Business Partner to join our team and be a part of driving our Global IT Hub Strategy in the Middle East &amp; Africa Region. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in digitalization, projects, project coordination, and expertise supporting critical IT topics when required within the regional context. This role requires a strategic thinker who can understand issues raised, work proactively and focus on initiatives with overall business goals, ensuring the organization's technology is scalable, reliable, and efficient.</p><p></p><p><b>
How You&rsquo;ll Make an Impact</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Support &amp; work closely with the head of IT Hub Business Engagement MEA in formulating &amp; implementing strategic plans to align with the overall company objectives.</li><li>
Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand business objectives and Hub strategy accordingly.</li><li>
Work closely with the Head of IT Hub Business Engagement MEA to manage and resolve any regional issues or conflict and to be involved in gathering and analyzing data to provide insightful reports to aid decision making.</li><li>
Support the IT Hub management team with operational and excellence related topics in Global Hub. Support the IT hub team in being responsible for project roll outs and project coordination where and when required.</li><li>
Work closely with the IT Hub management teams in Ensuring Hub productivity measures are tracked effectively and facilitating reporting where needed.</li><li>
Collect and gather regular &lsquo;Key Project&rsquo; reporting on various running projects/topics to support the IT Hub leadership team and make such reporting available for IT Hub Board reporting.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What You Bring</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. You bring at least 5 years of relevant professional experience.</li><li>
Good knowledge of ITIL framework and best practices.</li><li>
Strong understanding of hardware IT technologies, trends, and best practices incl. AI</li><li>
To find your way in your new international environment you bring fluent in English skills spoken and written</li><li>
Personally, you convince with a structured way of working, show a high degree of independence, organizational talent, teamwork and a clear communication style.</li><li>
Commercial/finance business acumen is an advantage</li></ul><p><b>
About the Team</b></p><p></p><p>
Our Corporate and Global Functions are essential in driving the company's strategic initiatives and ensuring operational excellence across various departments, business areas, and regions. These roles support our vision to become the most valued energy technology company in the world. As part of our team, you contribute to our vision by shaping the global energy transition, partnering with our internal and external stakeholders, and conducting business responsibly and in compliance with legal requirements and regulations.</p><p></p><p><b>
Who is Siemens Energy?</b></p><p></p><p>
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.</p><p></p><p>
Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.</p><p></p><p>
Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo</p><p></p><p><b>
Our Commitment to Diversity</b></p><p></p><p>
Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character &ndash; no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.</p><p></p><p><b>
Rewards/Benefits</b></p><ul><li>
Opportunity to work on challenging projects in an exciting environment</li><li>
Professional support and strong collaboration with colleagues around the world</li><li>
Professional development opportunities within the company</li></ul><p></p><p>
https://jobs.siemens-energy.com/jobs</p><p>
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