Head of IT – FMCG – Fresh Produce
We are currently searching for a hands-on Head of IT to join this multi-site international FMCG (fresh produce) business. You will be joining during a business-wide digital transformation and other interesting projects. The main focus aside of this is continued development of the IT infrastructure is business systems software. Leading a small knowledgeable team not only will you be the architect but also required to roll your sleeves up.
An FMCG – fresh produce sector background is highly desirable.
Working from home is not possible in this role so you must live within an hours drive of Chichester.
Main Duties
1. Develop a clear IT vision, working closely with the senior management team and other stakeholders
2. Lead team of 3
3. Digital transformation, security, disaster recovery
4. Full Project Management; scope, planning, sourcing, testing, scheduling, and implementation
5. Financial and BI reporting, negotiating contracts & budgetary control
Requirements:
6. A background working in an FMCG company – highly desirable
7. Several years experience leading an IT function with users of + across multiple sites
8. Likely to currently be IT Manager or Head of IT or similar
9. Strategic management experience and able to operate at senior management team level within a corporate enterprise
10. Demonstrable experience of instigating, managing and delivering projects
11. Excellent working knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, SQL, Exchange, Terminal Server/Citrix,
Package:
12. Salary around £75K
13. Pension
14. Private Healthcare and Life Assurance
15. 25 days holiday + BH