Chief Information Officer APAC

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

Role Summary

We are seeking a visionary and dynamic Regional CIO to lead the APAC technology strategy and execution. This is a high-impact executive leadership role that blends strategic influence with operational excellence, driving digital transformation, innovation, and business growth across diverse markets. The successful candidate will shape the future of technology in the region, aligning global direction with local execution, and positioning IT as a true business enabler.

Reporting To: APAC Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance:

• Align IT initiatives with business objectives; drive technology-enabled growth, efficiency, and sustainability; ensure robust governance across portfolio, budget, and architecture.
• Serve as a core member of the APAC Senior Leadership Team (SLT), influencing strategic decisions and positioning IT as a key business enabler.

Digital Transformation & Innovation:

• Lead regional digital strategy; enhance customer experience and operational performance; foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Regional & Global Alignment:

• Translate global IT strategy into regional execution; adapt frameworks to local market needs; collaborate with global and regional stakeholders.

Technology Operations & Enablement:

• Oversee IT infrastructure and systems; ensure scalability, reliability, and cybersecurity; optimize technology platforms.

People & Stakeholder Leadership:

• Build and lead a high-performing IT team; engage internal and external stakeholders; communicate technology vision to executive leadership.

Performance & Value Delivery:

• Define KPIs; ensure IT investments deliver measurable business value; improve delivery models and vendor performance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field
• 20+ years of progressive IT leadership experience
• 10+ years in a regional/global CIO, CTO, or equivalent role
• Proven success in digital transformation within multinational organizations ideally with experience in logistics, shipping, or supply chain preferred
• Strong understanding of APAC market dynamics and regulatory environments
• Expertise in cloud, data/analytics, cybersecurity, and automation
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to influence executive and board-level decisions

Why Join Us?

Strategic Influence: Shape the future of technology across a diverse and dynamic region ensuring the company remains technologically competitive and resilient.
Global Impact: Collaborate with global leaders and drive transformation at scale.
Innovation-Driven Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and agility.
Leadership Opportunity: Lead a talented team and make a lasting impact on business performance.

**Kindly note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Please note that CMA CGM Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, CMA CGM Group will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, CMA CGM Group explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of CMA CGM Group.

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure !