IT Manager
<p>Our client is looking to appoint an experienced IT Manager to take ownership of IT within a manufacturing environment. This is a broad, hands-on role covering infrastructure, business systems, cyber security, support and technology projects.</p> <p>Key responsibilities will include:</p> <ul> <li>Manage day-to-day IT operations across office and manufacturing environments.</li><li>Maintain networks, servers, cloud services, hardware and end-user devices.</li><li>Support and develop ERP/MRP and other business-critical systems.</li><li>Ensure high availability of IT systems supporting production and operations.</li><li>Manage cyber security, access controls, patching, backups and disaster recovery.</li><li>Support manufacturing and shop-floor technology, including OT and industrial systems where applicable.</li><li>Lead IT upgrades, implementations and improvement projects.</li><li>Manage third-party IT suppliers, contracts, licensing and service levels.</li><li>Maintain IT policies, documentation and asset management.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through technology, automation and data.</li><li>Manage IT budgets and recommend future technology investment.</li><li>Work closely with production, engineering, supply chain and senior management.</li></ul> <p>The ideal candidate will have:</p> <ul> <li>Previous experience as an IT Manager or in a similar broad IT role.</li><li>Experience within manufacturing, engineering or an operational environment.</li><li>Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking and Microsoft technologies.</li><li>Experience with Microsoft 365, Azure and Active Directory/Entra ID.</li><li>Exposure to ERP/MRP or other operational business systems.</li><li>Good understanding of cyber security and business continuity.</li><li>Experience managing IT suppliers and delivering technology projects.</li><li>Exposure to OT, MES, industrial networks or shop-floor systems would be advantageous.</li><li>Strong communication, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to contribute strategically.</li></ul>