Information Technology Manager

About the job

Job Title: Division IT Manager – ERP, Data & Transformation
Location: Sidcup (On-Site)
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

About the Role

We're recruiting on behalf of a global manufacturing organisation seeking an experienced Division IT Manager to lead a significant IT transformation programme across a complex international business.

This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering the IT strategy across multiple global locations. Operating within a matrix environment, you'll lead a combination of internal IT resources, regional teams, and external technology partners to create a scalable, secure, and data-driven IT function that supports future growth.

The role sits at the centre of several key business initiatives, including ERP modernisation, data platform development, infrastructure transformation, cyber security enhancement, and global operating model standardisation.

This opportunity would suit an experienced IT leader who enjoys driving change, building high-performing teams, and delivering transformation within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

IT Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute the divisional IT strategy, ensuring alignment with wider business objectives.
• Build and maintain a scalable global IT operating model across internal teams and external partners.
• Implement structured reporting, performance measurement, and project governance frameworks.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders across operations, supply chain, finance, and manufacturing functions.

ERP & Business Systems Transformation

• Lead the ongoing modernisation and standardisation of ERP systems across multiple international sites.
• Drive process simplification and technology alignment across business functions.
• Support enterprise-wide transformation programmes and technology roadmaps.

Data, Reporting & Governance

• Drive data strategy initiatives including reporting standardisation, data governance, and business intelligence capabilities.
• Establish governance frameworks across data, applications, infrastructure, and cyber security.
• Promote data-driven decision-making across the organisation.

Infrastructure & Cyber Security

• Lead infrastructure improvement and modernisation programmes across multiple global locations.
• Drive cyber security enhancement initiatives and risk mitigation strategies.
• Support cloud transformation and technology resilience programmes.

Vendor & Budget Management

• Manage and optimise relationships with managed service providers and technology partners.
• Own IT budget planning, investment prioritisation, and vendor management activities.
• Ensure effective delivery and performance from third-party providers.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience leading IT functions within a complex manufacturing, industrial, or engineering environment.
• Strong experience delivering ERP transformation and standardisation programmes.
• Demonstrable success leading global or multi-site IT operations.
• Strong understanding of data platforms, business intelligence, reporting frameworks, and data governance.
• Experience managing infrastructure, cyber security, cloud migration, and MSP relationships.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Proven ability to drive transformation, simplification, and operational excellence.
• Experience managing distributed teams and matrix reporting structures.
• Commercially aware with strong governance and strategic decision-making capabilities.

Experience with ERP modernisation programmes, cloud transformation, and data-driven business initiatives would be highly advantageous.

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead a significant global IT transformation programme.
• High-profile role with exposure to international stakeholders.
• Autonomy to shape strategy and drive meaningful change.
• Long-term career development opportunities within a global organisation.
• Collaborative and supportive leadership environment.

How to Apply

If you're an experienced IT leader with a track record of delivering ERP, data, and technology transformation programmes, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.