Information Technology Manager

Job Title: Division IT Manager - ERP, Data & Transformation

Location: Sidcup (On-Site)

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:

Develop and execute the divisional IT strategy, ensuring alignment with wider business objectives

Lead the ongoing modernisation and standardisation of ERP systems across multiple sites

Establish governance frameworks across data, applications, infrastructure, and cyber security

Build and maintain a scalable global IT operating model across internal teams and external partners

Drive data strategy initiatives, including reporting standardisation, data governance, and business intelligence capabilities

Lead infrastructure and cyber security improvement programmes across multiple international locations

Manage and optimise relationships with managed service providers and external technology partners

Own IT budget planning, vendor management, and investment prioritisation

Implement structured reporting, performance measurement, and project governance frameworks

Collaborate with senior stakeholders across operations, supply chain, finance, and manufacturing functions

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, reporting frameworks, business intelligence, and data governance

Experience managing infrastructure, cyber security, cloud migration, and MSP relationships

Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organisation

Proven ability to drive transformation, simplification, and operational excellence

Experience managing distributed teams and matrix reporting structures

Commercially aware with strong governance and 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

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