Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Set the Technology Vision Across a Growing Multi-Market Enterprise

Are you ready to define the future of technology in one of Europe’s leading distributors of building materials? As our new Chief Technology Officer (CTO), you will take the lead in shaping the enterprise-wide technology vision — guiding architecture, systems, and innovation across a fast-scaling organization.
 

This is your opportunity to drive modernization at scale. From legacy transformation to future-proof platforms, you will define how STARK Group builds, integrates, and governs its technology landscape.

Build an architecture that empowers the business

Reporting directly to the CIO, you will lead our Group-wide enterprise architecture agenda and head up a growing team of Enterprise Architects. You will bring architectural coherence, security, and standardization of systems used across the entire Group - and ensure that our technology strategy aligns with our digital ambitions and commercial goals. 

From ERP and CRM to data platforms and cloud infrastructure, you will guide strategic decisions on our most critical enterprise systems. At the same time, you will be the main driver in identifying emerging technologies and their potential business use, mitigate technical risk, and steer high-stakes transformation programs across all markets.

You will be part of the STARK Group IT Management Team and collaborate closely with senior stakeholders across Group Functions and Business Units.

The role is based in Viby J or Frederiksberg Denmark, with expected travel between the two locations and across Northern Europe.

What you will deliver

In this role, you will:

• Define, maintain, and evolve the Group-wide enterprise architecture framework and governance to align with our long-term tech strategy and digital transformation agenda
• Lead the development and execution of an actionable, secure technology roadmap that translates business complexity into clarity and supports scalable high-quality solutions
• Provide architectural leadership across critical IT domains — including ERP, CRM, data platforms, cloud infrastructure, and integrations — supporting transformation initiatives, M&A, and major system implementations
• Mentor and develop Enterprise Architects, fostering internal capabilities and defining best practices through architecture reviews and continuous knowledge sharing
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies that deliver measurable business value
• Promote reuse, modularity, and scalability across systems to reduce technical debt and improve maintainability
• Collaborate closely with IT Security, AI & Analytics, Delivery, Operations, Business Units, and external partners to ensure cohesive and aligned technology execution

What you bring

To succeed in this role, you are a visionary leader with the ability to both think strategically and execute pragmatically. You bring:

• Proven track record of 5+ years in a senior leadership role with experience in enterprise architecture, technology strategy, and IT transformation
• Deep expertise in enterprise platforms (e.g., ERP, CRM), data infrastructure, cloud technologies (e.g., Microsoft Azure), and integrations
• Demonstrated ability to lead standardization and modernization at scale, balancing autonomy with alignment across multi-country operations and decentralized business models. 
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire, mentor, and build high-performing teams in a changing environment
• Highly analytical skills, with a solution-oriented approach to problem-solving and a strategic mindset that enables you to translate complex technical challenges into clear business opportunities and risk mitigation. 
• A solid understanding of security, compliance, governance, and risk management in enterprise IT
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage both executive and technical audiences. 
   

As a person you are a structured, analytical, collaborative and resilient. You know when to challenge, when to align, and how to turn complexity into business advantage.

Welcome to Group IT

When joining Group IT, you will be joining a digital transformation journey as we replace our legacy monoliths and transition towards a modular and flexible integrated setup. Group IT, a dynamic and rapidly evolving part of STARK Group, is responsible for delivering groupwide business-critical IT solutions. We strive to modernize and reimagine the IT landscape to ensure both scalability and composability to meet existing and future business needs, and we would like your help to rethink the way things are done in our industry to offer our customers a superior experience.
 

Want to know more and apply?

We will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding the position and your options in STARK Group. You are welcome to contact HR-Manager Sandie Overby at [email protected] for any specific questions regarding the role. 

Please note: Due to the holiday period, we will begin reviewing applications and responding to inquiries in August.
 

STARK Group

STARK Group is a growing private equity-owned company with a solid legacy. STARK Group was established in Denmark in 1896 and has today evolved into a leading European retailer and distributor of heavy building materials with net sales of approx. EUR 9 billion. With a skilled team of more than 20,000 employees and +1,150 branches and distribution centres across the Nordics, Greenland, Germany, Austria and the UK, we live and breathe to equip professional craftsmen with heavy building materials all the way from the Austrian Alps to Tromsø, close to the Arctic circle and everywhere in between. STARK Group is committed to reaching net zero emissions by 2050 across the entire business, is a signatory to the UN Global Compact, and works within fully 2030 validated science-based targets to keep global warming below 1.5°C

At STARK Group IT, we believe in the richness diversity brings. We invite candidates of all backgrounds to join us in creating an inclusive and welcoming environment. We believe in a workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work.

Agency Policy

STARK Group IT appreciates the interest of all candidates. However, we prefer to directly engage with candidates seeking employment opportunities. Therefore, we kindly request recruitment agencies, head-hunters, and third-party staffing services to refrain from contacting us regarding this job posting. All applications should be submitted directly by the candidates through our official application process. We value direct communication and look forward to reviewing your application.