<p><strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Chief Operating Officer | Luxury Wine Estate | Franschhoek</span></span></strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);"><br></span></span></p><p style="text-align:start"><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a highly skilled </span></span><strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Chief Operating Officer (COO)</span></span></strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);"> to join a luxury wine estate in Franschhoek. This senior leadership position will oversee the consolidation of technology and data services across a diverse group of companies. The role offers a unique opportunity for a dynamic professional with a passion for data, analytics, AI, and software development to drive group-wide global strategy and lead a high-performing team.<br></span></span></p><p style="text-align:start"></p><p><strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Key Purpose:</span></span></strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);"><br></span></span></p><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">The COO will head the data and technology team, coordinating the integration of software systems and collaborating with stakeholders across multiple business units and countries. The successful candidate will be instrumental in delivering data-driven solutions, optimising business processes, and enabling informed decision-making across the group.<br></span></span></p><p style="text-align:start"></p><p style="text-align:start"><strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Responsibilities:</span></span></strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);"><br></span></span></p><ul><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Lead the data and technology division, managing teams and driving performance.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Oversee data management, warehousing, e-commerce platforms, website and app development, and hospitality technology solutions.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Develop and execute a global data strategy, including AI and advanced analytics applications.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Build and maintain effective data pipelines, integrations, and reporting systems.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Ensure the delivery of technology projects and product development within scope and budget.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Provide data-driven insights to influence marketing, e-commerce, and broader business strategies.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Maintain compliance with GDPR, POPIA, and other relevant regulations.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Collaborate with international teams and travel when required.<br></span></span></p></li></ul><p style="text-align:start"><strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Requirements:</span></span></strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);"><br></span></span></p><ul><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Degree in data science, statistics, engineering, computer science, or a related field.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Minimum of 10 years experience in data, analytics, data science, software development, and/or engineering.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Proven leadership and people management experience.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Familiarity with CRM systems such as HubSpot or Salesforce.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Advanced understanding of BI and analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Google Analytics).<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Strong knowledge of programming and data science tools (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB, pandas) and database languages.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing data strategies.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Proven track record in managing technology projects and product development.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Ability to translate complex data insights into actionable business strategies.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across all organisational levels.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Willingness to travel internationally and work on-site, five days a week.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Experience in e-commerce and hospitality technology advantageous.<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Proactive, innovative, and solution-driven.<br></span></span></p></li></ul><p style="text-align:start"><strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Package:</span></span></strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);"><br></span></span></p><ul><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Salary: Negotiable depending on experience.</span></span></p></li></ul>

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