IT MANAGER / HEAD OF IT
- Burnley, Lancashire
- £35,000 - £50,000 per annum
- 28 applications
- Job type: Permanent, full-time
- Date:
- Reference: 21174481
My client are a large international manufacturing organisation who are looking for an I.T manager to lead the UK division of their IT and Business System functions.
Leading a small team of I.T staff, you will ideally have experience in a similar role managing a team of I.T staff, preferably within a manufacturing/production environment. Due to continued success, my client have recently acquired a new site and are in the process of beginning to integrate the I.T systems cross-site. Any experience integrating two or more businesses together in the past will be a significant advantage.
Key Responsibilities:
• IT decision making and input into IT strategy including implementation and standardisation of IT policies and procedures
• Integration of common shared systems (lotus notes/internet/CRM, etc)
• Liaison with teams cross-country and internationally.
• Future proof and development of the Company IT systems
• Undertake development initiatives for direct reports
• Departmental budget control and supplier management
• Specification, installation and maintenance of software and hardware infrastructure e.g. mobile devices, networks, internet, scanners etc.
Key Person Requirements:
• Knowledge of ERP Systems (ideally SAP)
• Strong technical background (Windows, Lotus Notes)
• Demonstrable track record of multi site, multi disciplined teams
• Experience in Strategy Planning and Budget Control, Man-Management and the will to be 'hands on'
In addition to a generous salary my client are offering an excellent benefits package including excellent company pension and private family healthcare. If you feel you have the necessary skills to be successful in this role, you should send an application today.
PLEASE NOTE: Travel within the midlands will be expected in this role on a regular basis (this generally will not be more than once a week), also occassional travel to Germany will be required (approximately 1-2 days every 2 months)
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