IT Manager - Forward Role : Job Details

IT Manager | Manchester | onsite 

Are you an expert with business systems?  

Ready to help shape the future of a leading retailer?

Confident leading a team of IT Engineers and supporting with 3rd party vendors?

A large retailer in Manchester is looking for their next IT Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to come in and head up the management of key business systems and lead a small, dedicated IT support team to ensure seamless operations across the business. They've gone through a period of rapid growth which is set to accelerate in 2025, making this the perfect time to join them.

What’s in it for you?

• Up to £50,000
• Opportunity to work for one of the UK’s fastest growing businesses
• Enhance holiday allowance
• Free onsite parking
• Social events/ activities
• Flexible start/ finish times + more

The Role:

• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement preventative measures
• Liaise with third-party providers for support and development.
• Provide technical support, training, and act as the subject matter expert for key platforms
• Oversee system administration, upgrades, and ensure software security and compliance.
• Provide management and support to a small team of IT Technicians

About you:

• Experience managing business systems, ideally in retail or e-commerce.
• Strong understanding of business workflows and leveraging technology for improvement.
• Proven ability to manage technology projects from selection through to optimisation.
• Experience in team leadership and delivering end-user training.
• Familiarity with Sage 200, Linnworks, or Peoplevox would be a bonus!

Interviews are taking place as we speak, so APPLY now or email for more information

*Please note that this role is 5 days on site, and you must have permanent UK residency

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