* A family run manufacturing business known for innovation
* A diverse IT management role across IT, Software Development and ERP
About Our Client
Our customer is a family run business in Sheffield, steeped in history and heritage. They boast high employee retention and continue to invest in the development of their people. This opportunity would suit an individual who is looking for stability and security in their next role as part of a long term move.
Job Description
The IT Manager will be responsible for heading up the IT department for an SME manufacturer in Sheffield. The role will report to the MD and will have responsibility for:
* Formulating, delivering and being accountable for the IT strategy and budget
* Representing IT within the Company's Leadership Team
* Identifying and developing key strategic requirements for enhancing product and service offerings
* Delivering technology-enabled projects - e.g. ERP implementation, process improvement, new software
* Developing the product roadmap for software products developed in-house
* Leading and developing a small team of highly skilled, specialist developers and ITIL accredited support professionals
* Managing 3rd party suppliers
* Recruiting and developing apprentice support professionals
This role would suit an individual who enjoys working as part of a small team and wants to retain the ability to be hands-on technically while enjoying a varied role. This is a great opportunity for an IT Manager to have influence over strategy and autonomy in their role.
The Successful Applicant
The role requires a customer-centric functional and IT leader with extensive skills in planning, new technology, and delivering B2B solutions in a fast-moving manufacturing environment. The essential skills for the IT Manager are:
* Broad IT skills to support and develop internal systems and processes
o IT Operations (Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Power BI)
o ERP systems (MS Dynamics NAV / Business Central)
o Automated manufacturing operations
o Web-based capabilities including e-commerce
o Programs for specialist printing industry product lines
* Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication throughout the organisation
* Flexibility and adaptability to handle constant change (e.g., government legislation, market adaptation, continual improvement, product and service innovation)
* Open, collaborative, proactive, team-oriented approach
* Background in the manufacturing industry
DESIRABLE
* Experience of full lifecycle application development and understanding of object-oriented design principles
* SQL Programming skills with SQL Server
* Experience of building APIs
* Project Management accreditation (APM, PRINCE2 etc)
What's on Offer
A competitive salary range of £60,000 - £75,000.
Car allowance and a bonus scheme.
The role is largely based onsite in Sheffield, although some hybrid working will be possible at times.
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