IT Manager UK & Regional Head of Enterprise solution area - UK, Burton on Trent
* Burton on Trent
* Information Technology
Job Scope and Objectives
The IT Manager will be responsible for managing and coordinating all IT and digital activities for the UK, with a special focus on managing legacy systems at a European level. This role plays a pivotal part in aligning and coordinating activities across multiple European branches, involving close collaboration with global teams to ensure that systems meet local operational needs and the broader European and global strategy. The IT Manager will also contribute to the company’s digital evolution, coordinating innovative projects and ensuring that technological solutions align with the broader business strategy.
Role Responsibilities
* Oversee and coordinate all IT-related activities, focusing on digital solutions adopted by local sites.
* Supervise and optimize legacy systems (like SAP), ensuring smooth integration with business operations in staff functions (HR, Finance, Administration).
* Ensure the proper functioning of IT infrastructure and data security in compliance with global corporate policies.
* Engage with global and local teams to ensure that digital systems are continuously updated and optimized according to operational needs.
* Support and lead digital innovation initiatives, contributing to the technological transformation of the site.
* Develop and implement digital strategies aligned with global corporate priorities, ensuring the adoption of cutting-edge technologies.
* Maintain regular communication with Regional IT teams to ensure that corporate directives and standards are followed.
* Coordinate and manage the local IT team, ensuring effective management and ongoing professional development.
* Plan and manage the IT budget, monitoring costs and optimizing technology investments.
Key Challenges
* Integrating legacy systems with new technologies while balancing innovation and operational continuity.
* Ensuring that digital transformation effectively supports staff functions, increasing efficiency and reducing operational costs.
* Aligning the IT needs of the local sites with global corporate directives.
Required Qualifications and Aptitudes
Education and Professional Background:
* Degree level education – essential
* Business / IT related degree subject – desirable
Professional and Personal Aptitudes:
* Significant experience in a senior supervisory / IT Manager role – essential
* Experience within a multinational, large corporate environment – essential
* Strong technical / hands-on problem-solving skills – essential
* Experience of managing multi-sites – desirable
* Digital transformation project experience - essential
* Strong team player, able to lead projects and align IT strategies with business objectives.
* Able to conduct analysis and tests to identify issues in a system and provide technical solutions to effectively resolve such problems - essential
* Confident approach with outstanding communication skills and ability to build relationships - essential
* Pragmatic approach with enthusiasm to manage a varied caseload - essential
* Flexible approach to work and able to work within a pressurized environment - essential
* Flexibility to travel as and when required – essential
The successful applicant will work 37.5 hours per week, 09:00-16:30 Monday to Friday, although flexibility is required to work beyond these hours when needed.
We do have a Smart working policy (hybrid working) in place which is 3 days in the office and 2 days at home. For any new starters to the business, there will be an initial requirement to be in the office on a full-time basis.
Salary for this role will be £70,000 per annum, depending upon skills, background, and experience.
Employee Benefits Include:
* 33 days holiday per year (inclusive of bank holidays)
* Pension scheme with linked life insurance
* Service related payment
* Bonus scheme
* Company car
* Private healthcare membership
* Employee discount scheme
* Employee assistance programme
* Discounted tyre vouchers
* Bike to work scheme (salary sacrifice)
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
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