Head of IT - Diagnostics & Genomics

The Head of IT for the Diagnostics & Genomics (D&G) division will lead the strategic direction and delivery of IT solutions and services, aligning them with the division’s commercial, manufacturing, quality, and innovation objectives. This role involves shaping and driving the D&G division’s IT strategy, ensuring technology aligns with business objectives, with a focus on Business Systems, eCommerce, and Enterprise Business Intelligence. You will oversee IT planning, prioritisation of initiatives and managing the approvals for new IT solutions and services. Leading the conception, planning, and delivery of strategic IT initiatives, ensuring seamless integration into the D&G business. Guaranteeing the effective delivery of centrally managed and D&G-specific IT services, aligning them with business requirements. Develop and manage the IT budget, preparing business cases and cost-benefit analyses to justify IT investments. Foster strategic relationships with external vendors and partners, ensuring value and alignment with business goals. Collaborate closely with the CISO Office to maintain and enhance security and compliance across the division. Also you will build and nurture IT talent, ensuring a pipeline of skilled professionals to support the division’s technology needs, lead and mentor the D&G IT team, ensuring effective performance, engagement, and alignment with organizational goals.