The Manager – IT Strategy and Planning is responsible for developing, driving, and governing the Technology strategy, operating model, and strategic initiatives to ensure alignment with business objectives and organizational priorities. The role leads strategic planning activities, portfolio governance, performance management, budgeting coordination, and transformation initiatives across the Technology function to support the company's long-term vision and operational excellence.
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Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the Technology strategy, roadmap, and strategic initiatives aligned with corporate objectives.
- Support the definition and execution of the Technology operating model, governance framework, and organizational priorities.
- Establish and monitor Technology performance indicators, strategic objectives, and key results (OKRs/KPIs).
- Lead the annual Technology strategic planning and workforce planning cycles.
- Develop and maintain the Technology portfolio roadmap and investment priorities.
- Coordinate cross-functional initiatives to ensure alignment with business requirements and strategic objectives.
- Monitor portfolio performance, risks, dependencies, and resource allocation.
- Lead the Technology budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with Finance and business stakeholders.
- Monitor budget utilization, investment planning, cost optimization initiatives, and financial performance.
- Develop executive dashboards, performance reports, and management presentations.
- Track strategic initiatives, milestones, deliverables, risks, and benefits realization.
- Lead strategic transformation programs and organizational improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
- Minimum 8–10 years of experience in Technology Strategy, IT Planning, PMO, Management Consulting, or Technology Governance.
- Proven experience in strategic planning, portfolio management, budgeting, and executive reporting.
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
