Are you ready to lead IT operations and digital transformation in a complex, fast-paced business environment?
Do you have the technical and commercial expertise to drive infrastructure, cyber security, and systems performance at scale
?
Can you combine strategic vision with hands-on delivery to modernise technology and improve operational performanc
e?
MacGregor Black are partnering with a growing and operationally complex business to appoint an experienced IT Manager to lead technology operations, infrastructure, cyber security, and digital transformation across the organisation. This is a highly visible leadership role, combining strategic ownership with hands-on operational delive
ry.
The successful individual will take accountability for the organisation’s end-to-end IT function, ensuring systems, infrastructure, cyber security, and business applications are secure, scalable, resilient, and aligned to wider commercial and operational objecti
ves.This role will play a key part in shaping and delivering the company’s digital roadmap, driving continuous improvement across systems, data, automation, and technology capabil
ity.
Key Responsibili
* ties:
Define and deliver the organisation’s digital and IT st
* rategyTranslate business objectives into practical technology roadmaps and delivery
* plansLead transformation initiatives across systems, data, automation, and integ
* rationDrive digital adoption and process improvement across the bu
* sinessOwn the availability, performance, resilience, and scalability of IT infrastr
* uctureEnsure infrastructure remains secure, modern, and fit for operational
* demandLead incident management, disaster recovery, and major outage re
* sponseOversee cloud, network, endpoint, and infrastructure enviro
* nmentsAct as system owner for core business systems including ERP pla
* tformsManage system integrations, upgrades, development, and vendor relatio
* nshipsEnsure systems support operational efficiency, data accuracy, and business perfo
* rmanceOwn cyber security strategy, controls, and compliance rea
* dinessLead initiatives across SOC, endpoint security, identity management, backups, and risk miti
* gationMaintain visibility across technical risk, cyber exposure, and operational resi
* lienceEnsure high-quality IT support and service delivery across the organi
* sationDrive continuous improvement across user experience, response times, and IT relia
* bilityLead, mentor, and develop the wider I
* T teamSet clear objectives, accountability, and direction across the depa
* rtmentOwn IT budgets, forecasting, and cost mana
* gementBuild business cases for technology investment and transformation initi
* ativesManage supplier and vendor relationships to maximise value and service de
livery
We're Looki
* ng For:
Proven experience leading IT operations and digital transformation within a complex business env
* ironmentStrong background across infrastructure, cyber security, business systems, and operational te
* chnologyExperience managing suppliers, budgets, and cross-functional stakeholde
* r groupsStrong understanding of systems integration, operational resilience, and technology go
* vernanceAbility to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery and problem
* solvingInfrastructure, cloud, and networking e
* xpertiseCyber security and risk management ca
* pabilityERP systems and business application ownership ex
* perienceStrong vendor and stakeholder managemen
* t skillsData governance and reporting under
* standingAbility to translate technical concepts into commercial business
* outcomesStrong prioritisation, decision-making, and leadership ca
* pabilityERP integration and modernisation ex
* perienceCloud migration and transformation pr
* ogrammesExperience with SOC and cyber incident
* responseExposure to OAL/Ignition, Redzone, OEE platforms, Prophet ERP, Ubiquity, or Meraki s
* olutionsFresh Produce or manufacturing industry ex
* perienceLean qualification or continuous improvement
* exposureCommercially aware and operationally
* focusedPragmatic and solutions-led
* approachComfortable operating in fast-paced envi
* ronmentsStrong leadership presence with collaborati
* ve styleDelivery-focused with strong accountability and o
* wnershipPassionate about driving continuous improvement and business per
formance
Salary £70
k - £80k.
For more information, please contact Scot
t McGowan.