Head Of IT

Your new company
Are you ready to lead the IT function of a growing, purpose-driven manufacturing business. With around 160 users and a mix of in-house and outsourced IT support, we're looking for a forward-thinking IT Manager to take ownership of our technology landscape, drive innovation, and align IT strategy with business goals.For nearly 60 years, they've been designing and building smart communication solutions that make a real difference in acute healthcare environments.
Your new role
As the new IT Manager, you'll:

• Lead and evolve the IT function, managing both internal and external resources.
• Ensure infrastructure supports business growth and operational excellence.
• Champion digital transformation and continuous improvement.
• Align technology initiatives with our strategic vision and values.

If you're passionate about using technology to make a meaningful impact and want to be part of a business that values innovation, care, and collaboration, this is your opportunity.
As IT Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing the long-term IT strategy, ensuring systems run efficiently and securely, and delivering business value through technology. You will oversee daily IT operations, ensure strong ERP (IFS) support, manage vendor relationships, and provide leadership to the internal IT team. You will also ensure alignment with IT policies, standards, and security framework.
What you'll need to succeed
Essential

• Proven experience in IT management, ideally within manufacturing or industrial sectors.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems (IFS 7.5 preferred), infrastructure, and business systems.
• Solid knowledge of networking, systems integration, and IT specifications.
• Ability to write, run, and troubleshoot SQL statements and reports.
• Experience creating and maintaining Power BI dashboards and reports.
• Skilled in managing third-party IT suppliers or MSPs.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Analytical and commercial mindset with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Clear and confident communicator, able to translate technical detail across all levels.
• Business acumen with an understanding of financial and operational drivers.

Desirable:

• Experience working within a group or matrix structure such as Halma.
• Knowledge of Crystal Reports, Qlik, and modern reporting/BI platforms.
• Experience planning and delivering ERP migrations or upgrades.
• Awareness of emerging technologies and how they can be applied in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ISO standards, GDPR, and IT security frameworks.

What you'll get in return

• Bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, 1 additional day is accrued from 5 years' service onwards up to a maximum of 30 days plus bank holidays.
• Death benefit scheme 2 x annual salary.
• Salary exchange.
• Long service awards for 10,20 & 25 years (50, 150 & 500).
• Vouchers for birthdays and Christmas.
• Health Benefit (company funded at level 1, upgrades available) - employees can claim money back towards the cost of medical check-ups, appointments, and treatments to help keep them physically and mentally fit.
• Employee Assistance Programme and on-site trained mental health first-aiders.
• Share Incentive Plan.
• Regular company social events - summer & Christmas parties and seasonal celebrations.

What you need to do now


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