IT Manager

Join a global leader in the FMCG industryGreat opportunity for career progressionAbout Our ClientA leading competitor in the FMCG industry.Job DescriptionBusiness Services:Acts as the key liaison across UK & Ireland and its business units, information technology teams and external IT partners (peer industry, etc.).Is expected to embody the values of the company and ensures compliance with international & local IT corporate policies & procedures (including deep understanding and strict adherence to guidelines on 'Combined Business Model').Drive digital transformation initiatives, leveraging emerging technologies to enhance productivity, customer experience, and competitive advantage.Partner with internal stakeholders to assess technology needs, prioritize projects, and allocate resources effectively.Provide strategic guidance and recommendations to senior management on IT investments, trends, and opportunities for innovation.Strategy and Planning:Engages with Global CoEs, DevOps, CPG Sales, Strategy and Planning, Infrastructure and Shared Platforms to assess the technology options and capabilities and develop business cases.Gathers key IT information data (I2P template) for the Value Creation Planning or cluster Business project, defines a strong business case in co-ordination with BPOs, Region and Global CoEs and cross IT functions either cluster or Global.Develop and implement comprehensive IT strategies aligned with business objectives for the UK, Ireland cluster.Represents and drives the IT vision, strategy & initiatives to the business leadership team and ensures that the business stakeholders are aware of the IT vision, strategic planning and priorities.Ensures that the IT cost model for the cluster is accurate and transparent.Collaborates with Business, BPOs and the Regional IT Director to develop and deliver the annual GIS budget plan (AOP) for the cluster business. Provides period end closing reporting and insights.Assists the business in forecasting, documenting and planning for future IT needs, as well as manage IT prioritization activities within and across the clustersOversees the planning, deployment, and maintenance of IT systems, networks, and applications to ensure optimal performance and reliability.Services Management:Ensures that SLA performance are aligned and communicated to the business leadership team. Liaises for that purpose with cluster IT team, Service Integration Manager and vendor Service Manager.Manages stakeholder expectations and alignment with business goals. In alignment with Global teams, drives within the cluster Continuous Improvement, Cost Reduction, Standardization and Harmonization of the GIS services.Accountable for local Vendor and contract management.Owns the pipeline of cluster IT projects and ensures their successful implementation. Participates in local Steerco's where appropriateLead and mentor a team of IT professionals, fostering a innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Evaluate vendor solutions, negotiate contracts, and manage relationships to ensure cost-effective procurement and service delivery.Establish and enforce IT policies, procedures, and security protocols to safeguard data, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.The Successful ApplicantEducation: A bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, BusinessAdministration or related field, or equivalent work experience. Must have: Over 7 years of IT and Business/Industry workExperience with a broad range of exposure to various technical environments and business analysis.Over 3 years in advisory role in Information Systems to the business leadership function of which a significant amount has been in a company of similar size and complexity.Experience and understanding in business process management, with an ability to translates business needs into IT enabled solutionSolid experience in managing matrix organization business leadership team to meet their expectationCapability to empower and develop peopleExperience of project definition and scoping, formulation of feasibility studies and benefits casesMust possess strong business acumen to perform as a reliable and valuable business partner.Experience in building & working with remote teamsWhat's on Offerbonus scheme up to 17.5%car allowance 6250private healthcare27 days holiday + bank holidaypension double contribution up to 10%volunteering dayslife insuranceContactSofia MentiQuote job refJN-042024-6407468Phone number+44 207 269 2238Job summaryJob functionTechnologySubsectorIT ManagementSectorFMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)LocationOxfordshireContract typePermanentConsultant nameSofia MentiConsultant phone+44 207 269 2238Job referenceJN-042024-6407468