Chief Technology Officer (CTO) – Primary Plastics and Manufacturing Industry

Purpose of the role

Lead the technological and digital transformation of a manufacturing company in the primary plastics sector, ensuring the modernization of its production systems, operational efficiency and the development of digital capabilities that sustain its long-term competitiveness.

• Define and execute the organization's technology and digital transformation strategy.
• Lead the implementation and optimization of ERP, MES and plant control platforms.
• Manage technology infrastructure: networks, IT security, cloud and critical production systems.
• Develop Industry 4.0 projects: industrial IoT, automation, digital twins and data analytics.
• Align the technology innovation agenda with operations, commercial and R&D teams.
• Manage strategic technology vendors and technology contracts.
• Ensure cybersecurity and operational continuity of technology systems.

• Uptime of critical production systems.
• Automation level of key processes (technology-driven OEE improvement).
• Operating cost reduction through technology initiatives.
• Project implementation time vs. schedule.
• Digital maturity level (Digital Maturity Index).
• Cybersecurity incidents and response time.

• Strategic vision of technology as a business enabler.
• Deep knowledge of industrial architectures (OT/IT) and their integration.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Ability to communicate the technology agenda to senior leadership.
• Results orientation with a focus on ROI of technology investments.