Head of HR Tech & Data – Retail Segment

Step into a next-gen leadership role where people, data, and digital transformation collide. We’re searching for a visionary Head of HR Tech & Data to revolutionize how tech powers talent and growth in retail.

Why this is your game-changing career move:

• Lead the tech strategy that drives the heartbeat of a major retail business—integrating world-class HR tools, platforms, and analytics.

• Architect the systems that fuel smarter HR decisions, optimize talent processes, and shape data-driven retail expansion.

• Have the autonomy to reimagine our HR tech stack, guide digital transformation, and implement cutting-edge solutions—your way, with full executive backing.

What you’ll tackle:

• Own the full HR tech landscape—SAP modules, multiple platforms, and tools. Lead integration, drive system upgrades, resolve challenges, and push the envelope of innovation.

• Manage APIs and workflows so data flows seamlessly between HR, payroll, and analytics teams.

• Select, launch, and optimize new HR technologies. Champion vendor partnerships and ongoing platform support.

• Make data your superpower: clean it, shape it, and visualize insights for smart reporting and predictive workforce analytics.

• Collaborate cross-functionally—HR, Finance, Operations—to turn strategy into reality using the best tech and data.

• Drive digital transformation: upgrade platforms, automate processes, roll out new HR tools, and lead change.

• Ensure all compliance with South African labour and data protection standards, keeping everything secure and future-ready.

• Build, mentor, and energize a high-performing HR Tech & Data team—make them the leaders and innovators every business wants.

Your DNA:

• Bachelor’s in HR, IT, Data Analytics, or similar (bonus for advanced HRIS/Data Science/SAP skills)

• 8+ years in HR tech management, 5+ years in a senior HRIS/data leadership role (retail exposure a major plus)

• Tech stack transformation, system integration, and vendor management mastery

• Passion for optimizing processes, digitizing HR, and delivering real, measurable business impact

• You drive change, inspire teams, communicate powerfully with executives, and thrive when challenged

Ready for a role where you shape the future, not just support it? Apply now and let’s build something epic together.