Digital and Technology Manager at Champion Breweries

Champion Breweries Plc was incorporated as a Private Limited Liability Company on the 31st of July, 1974 with the same South East Breweries Limited. The Company’s name was changed from South East Breweries Limited to Cross River Breweries Limited and thereafter to Champion Breweries Limited. The latter name, Champion Breweries Limited was changed to Champion Breweries Plc on the 1st of September, 1992. On the 24th of November 1974, the then South Eastern State of Nigeria signed an Agreement with Messrs. Haase Brauerie GMBH of Humbury ("Technical Partners”) for the supply and construction of a turnkey Brewery in Uyo with a capacity of 150,000 hectoliters. The foundation stone of the Brewery was laid on the 19th of March, 1975. on the 11th of December 1976, the Brewery was officially commissioned and its products, Champion Lager Beer launched into the market with success with initial capacity of 150,000 hectoliters per annum. The second expansion, which incorporated more sophisticated machinery, was completed and put on trial run in September 1979. The second production line was officially commissioned on the 11th of December 1979 with enhanced capacity of 500,000 hectoliters per annum. The same year the Company’s products, "Champion Lager Beer” and "Champ Malta” won Silver Medal for quality at the 16th World Selection for Beers and Non-Alcoholic Beverages in Luxemburg. Consequent upon pressure of demand for its products, the Company took a decision to double its capacity to one million hectoliters. This third expansion, which gulped substantial resources, could not be realized. The non-completion of the expansion programme coupled with lack of working capital and inadequate maintenance of the Plants forced the Company to close its doors for business between 1990 and 1991. All subsequent reactivation attempts did not yield the desired results.

• The Digital & Technology Manager is responsible for leading the digital strategy. IT operations, cybersecurity. and IT transformation initiatives across the organization.
• This role drives innovation, operational efficiency, and digital maturity by leveraging SAP ERP, emerging technologies and data analytics.
• The incumbent will also lead the development of the company's e-commerce platform and ensure robust IT infrastructure, cybersecurity. and master data governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive digital transformation roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Champion a digital-first culture and lead initiatives in automation. JOT. AI. and cloud
• Drive the setup and growth Of the cornsxlnys e-commerce operations.
• Define and maintain the IT infrastructure strategy. architecture, and roadmap.
• Align IT initiatives with global standards and local business needs
• Manage the strategic and annual IT budget and ensure cost-effective technology investments.
• Oversee administration and support Of the SAP S/4HANA (or ECO landscape, including system upgrades. patching , and performance optimization.
• Coordinate with functional teams and external consultants on SAP rollouts. custom developments (WRICEF objective i.e. Workflow. Reports. Interfaces, Conversions. Enhancements. Forms). and integrations.
• Ensure data integrity, compliance. and user training across SAP modules (e.g. Fl/CO. MM. SD).
• Manage SharePoint workflows and coordinate with the website manager for content updates.
• Establish and enforce master data governance policies and standards across all business units.
• Oversee the creation, maintenance, and quality control Of master data (e.g„ materials. vendors. customers. chart Of accounts).
• Manage on-premises and cloud infrastructure (VMware/Hyper-V. storage. backup. OR).
• Administer Microsoft 365. Active Directory, Exchange. Teams. SharePoint, Intune. and Azure AD.
• Implement & enforce policies for software lifecycle managernent and licensing compliance
• Design. deploy and maintain LANIWAN/Wi•Fi networks. firewalls. VPNs. and remote access networks to ensure optimal performance and reliability across all sites
• Lead the enterprise-wide cybersecurity program, including policy & procedure development, standardizing, and enforcement. threat detection, and incident response.
• Implement and monitor endpoint protection, vulnerability scanning, intrusion prevention, and user access controls.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards (e.g.. National Information
• Technology Development Agency (NITDA), ISO 27001 for information security management Systems (ISMS)).
• Conduct regular cybersecurity awareness training and audits.
• Collaborate with business units to understand IT needs and deliver tailored solutions.
• Lead change management efforts and user training for new systems and processes.
• Provide technical and procedural support to all users.
• Monitor Active Directory and manage user accounts via Microsoft Exchange.
• Identify training needs and deliver relevant IT training programs.
• Manage relationships with third-party vendors. consultants. and Service providers in line with established company procurement procedure and policies.
• Establish KPIs and SLAs for I T services; monitor performance arri drive improvements.
• Ensure that IT policies. procedures. and controls align with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal audit by providing documentation and access to systems.
• Identify and assess technology-related risks (eg cybersecurity. data loss. system downtime).
• Implement and monitor controls to mitigate these risks. Maintain logs and access controls for critical systems,
• Ensure proper user access management and segregation Of duties.
• Document and control changes to IT systems and infrastructure.
• Oversee backup procedures and disaster recovery plans.
• Prepare systems and documentation for internal & external audit reviews
• Ensure proper closure Of all identified audit gap by internal & External auditor
• Lead. mentor. and evaluate IT staff; foster a culture Of accountability and innovation.
• Manage third-party vendors and service providers: negotiate contracts and monitor SLAs.
• Establish and report on IT KPIs and drive continuous improvement
• Create. develop. and foster strong professional relationships within the organization.
• Promote teamwork and drive cross-functional learning where required.
• Provide inspiring leadership to direct reports, addressing their development needs and coaching them for effective execution Of operational activities.
• Set realistic yet stretching targets and monitor staff performance. providing regular feedback, including mid- and end-year appraisals.
• Develop team members according to the company Learning philosophy, engaging in personal development plans and seeking career development Opportunities
• Conduct regular performance reviews for all team members, following the Performance cycle

Reoort Line

• The Digital & Technology Manager, will report to the Finance Director

Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in computer science. Information Technology or any other related field.
• Master's degree is an added advantage.

Preferred Certifications:

• SAP Certified Technology Associate (e.g., S/4HANA).
• Cisco (CCNA/CCNP), Microsoft (MCSA/MCSE/Azure Administrator).
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or ISO 27001 Lead Implernenter.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma. or Agile is a plus.

Experience:

• 8-10 years of progressive experience in IT leadership and operations
• Minimum of 3 years managing SAP environments and enterprise IT infrastructure especially within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success in leadin lar e-scale IT transformation 0 ts

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong proficiency in SAP Basis administration (S/4HANA or ECO. Microsoft 365.
• Windows Server, and Azure Services.
• In-depth knowledge of network infrastructure (Cisco. Juniper), firewalls. VPNs. and WAN/MPLS.
• Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V). storage systems. and disaster recovery solutions.
• Solid understanding Of cybersecurity frameworks, tools (eg SIEM. IDS/IPS), and
• compliance standards (e.g., ISO , NITDA).
• Strategic thinker with excellent analytical. communication. and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams. manage vendors. and drive IT service excellence.
• Skilled in translating complex technical concepts into actionable business insights
• Good Reporting Skills such as Data Analytics

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