Information Technology Manager
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 Bl ack are partnering with a growing and operationally complex busin ess to appoint an experienc ed IT Mana ger 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
formanc e
Salary £70
k - £80k.
For more information, pleas e contact Scot