SYSPRO, a leading global provider of digital manufacturing solutions, has announced the appointment of Josef Al-Sibaie as Chief of Staff and Corporate Development Officer, a strategic move aligned with the company’s ambitious global growth and innovation objectives.
In his new role, Al-Sibaie will oversee SYSPRO’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) strategy, spearheading high-impact initiatives aimed at expanding the company’s digital manufacturing suite and strengthening its global footprint. He will also collaborate closely with SYSPRO’s Senior Leadership Team to drive key business operations across Sales, Product Development, and Corporate Strategy.
The appointment follows SYSPRO’s acquisition by Advent International, one of the world’s largest private equity investors. Within the first quarter post-acquisition, SYSPRO completed the strategic acquisition of NexSys, a long-standing partner in the UK. This acquisition enhances SYSPRO’s regional presence in the UK and Europe while expanding its digital manufacturing capabilities for mid-market manufacturers and distributors.
“Josef’s appointment is a key step in our commitment to accelerating SYSPRO’s transformation and expansion,” said Jaco Maritz, CEO of SYSPRO. “His expertise in technology investments and M&A will be instrumental in identifying and executing strategic opportunities that drive growth and innovation.”
Prior to joining SYSPRO, Josef Al-Sibaie served as an Investment Professional at Advent International, where he played a critical role in high-value transactions within enterprise and vertical software sectors. His multidisciplinary background spans M&A strategy, equity analysis, and consulting. He holds an MBA with distinction from Harvard Business School and graduated summa cum laude in Biomedical Engineering from Boston University.
“I am honored to join SYSPRO at such an exciting time in its growth journey,” said Al-Sibaie. “With Advent’s backing, we have a unique opportunity to scale rapidly through strategic M&A, investing in cutting-edge technology and expanding into key markets. The NexSys acquisition is a testament to our bold vision.”
This appointment marks a significant milestone in SYSPRO’s transformation journey and underscores its commitment to empowering mid-market manufacturers with cutting-edge digital tools to enhance visibility, automation, and operational traceability.
As SYSPRO continues to expand its global reach and invest in next-generation technologies, the company is poised to redefine digital manufacturing in the ERP landscape.
About SYSPRO
SYSPRO is a leading, global software provider specializing in key manufacturing and distribution industries. For over 40 years, SYSPRO’s team of specialists has continued to address unique industry needs and enable customers to easily adapt and grow. The solution is scalable and can be deployed in the cloud, on-premise, or both, and accessed via the web on any device to provide customers with choice and flexibility.
SYSPRO remains focused on the success of partners and customers. Our evolving solutions are aligned with industry trends to leverage emerging technology that will enable partners and customers in securing a digital future.
With more than 16,000 licensed customers in over 60 countries across six continents – SYSPRO offers guidance and support every step of the way as a trusted digitalization partner.
