About the Role
A leading automotive dealership and distribution group is seeking an experienced General Manager – Information Technology to lead its IT strategy, digital transformation initiatives, enterprise systems, and technology operations across multiple branches and business units.
The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership experience within automotive dealerships and a proven track record in managing Kerridge DMS and Infor SyteLine ERP environments, ensuring seamless integration across Sales, Aftersales, Parts, Service, Bodyshop, Finance, CRM, and Supply Chain operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the company's IT strategy and technology roadmap.
- Lead all IT operations, infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, and digital transformation programs.
- Manage, optimize, and enhance Kerridge DMS and Infor SyteLine ERP platforms.
- Ensure seamless integration between dealership systems, ERP, CRM, OEM portals, and business applications.
- Support dealership operations across Vehicle Sales, Aftersales, Parts, Service Workshops, and Bodyshop functions.
- Lead ERP and DMS implementation, migration, upgrade, and optimization projects.
- Establish IT governance, security controls, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans.
- Manage relationships with software vendors, OEM technology partners, and third-party service providers.
- Drive process automation, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.
- Lead and develop high-performing IT teams across multiple locations.
- Manage annual IT budgets, contracts, and technology investment plans.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or related field.
- Master's Degree or MBA is preferred.
- Minimum 12 years of IT experience.
- Minimum 5 years in a senior IT leadership role.
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- Kerridge DMS
- Infor SyteLine ERP
- CRM Systems
- Infrastructure & Networks
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Technologies
- Previous experience within:
- Automotive Dealerships
- Automotive Distributors
- Vehicle Importers
- Multi-Branch Organizations
