IT Manager

IT Manager Suffolk | Multi-site Role £55,000 - £60,000 We're supporting a growing and ambitious manufacturing group as they invest in technology, systems and operational capability to support the next phase of business growth. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to take ownership of a varied technology and business systems estate, helping shape the roadmap, improve processes and ensure technology is aligned to the needs of a fast-evolving business. This role could suit an experienced IT Manager looking for broader responsibility, or an ambitious technology leader ready to step into their first #1 role and make a genuine impact. Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the technology and business systems roadmap. 

• Lead and improve core IT and business systems across multiple sites. 

• Drive system optimisation, process improvement and operational efficiency. 

• Manage and develop relationships with outsourced IT partners, ensuring strong service delivery, accountability and value for money. 

• Define and refine responsibilities between internal teams and third-party technology providers. 

• Own cyber security strategy, governance and risk management. 

• Partner with senior stakeholders to align technology initiatives with business objectives. 

• Provide leadership to a small internal team whilst coordinating external support partners. 

• Identify opportunities to simplify systems, reduce manual processes and improve the flow of information across the business. 

• Establish supplier governance, service standards and performance measures. 

About You

• Experience leading IT, business systems or technology functions. 

• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels. 

• Exposure to ERP, operational systems or business-critical applications. 

• Experience managing suppliers, MSPs and third-party technology providers. 

• Commercially minded, with the ability to balance risk, cost and business priorities. 

• Comfortable operating in a hands-on environment whilst providing strategic direction. 

• Able to translate business challenges into practical technology solutions. 

• Experience delivering technology change, systems improvements or transformation initiatives. 

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