Head of Digital Transformation

Cambridge | Multi-Site Industrial Services Business

A growing UK industrial services and equipment hire business is investing heavily in digital capability to modernise operations, improve logistics efficiency, and scale through smarter systems and data.

We are seeking a Head of Digital Transformation to lead the next phase of the company’s digital journey - building a connected technology ecosystem that supports operational efficiency, route optimisation and real-time decision making.

This is a hands-on leadership role, working directly with the Managing Director and senior leadership team to deliver practical digital solutions that improve performance across the business.

The role will focus on:

• Building middleware architecture to connect core operational systems
• Integrating platforms across ERP, hire management, CRM, fleet and finance
• Leading the implementation of a Transport Management System (TMS) to optimise routing, scheduling and fleet utilisation
• Improving data visibility, reporting and operational insight
• Reducing manual processes through automation and digital workflows
• Supporting the business transition into a digitally enabled, technology-driven organisation

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience delivering digital transformation in operational or logistics environments
• Has led systems integration and middleware architecture
• Has implemented TMS, logistics or route optimisation platforms
• Understands multi-site operational businesses
• Can bridge the gap between technology, operations and commercial outcomes
• Is comfortable working in a hands-on, fast-moving SME environment

Experience in hire, logistics, construction, asset-intensive services or distribution environments would be highly beneficial.

Why this role?

• Direct exposure to the Managing Director and leadership team
• Opportunity to shape the company’s digital architecture from the ground up
• Real impact on operational efficiency, logistics optimisation and scalability
• Entrepreneurial environment with strong appetite for technology investment