Key responsibilities:• Strategic Leadership: Define and implement technology and innovation strategies aligned with the company’s objectives.• Project Management: Supervise technological projects, ensuring they meet the company's requirements and are delivered on time.• Stakeholder Collaboration: Liaise with other departments, external partners, and stakeholders to promote technological and innovative solutions.• Budgeting: Manage the department's budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and ROI.• Trend Analysis: Monitor technological trends and advancements to remain competitive in the market.• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop the technology and innovation team.• Risk Management: Identify potential technological risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.• Vendor Management: Evaluate and select technology vendors, ensuring they meet the company's standards and requirements.• Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement, emphasizing efficiency and effectiveness.• Training: Ensure that staff are trained and updated on the latest technologies and innovative approaches.