Information Technology Director – UK & Europe

Information Technology Director – UK & EuropePermanent | £120,000 + bonus | West Sussex | 3 days per week in officeFTSE 250 Manufacturing GroupWe’re working with a leading FTSE 250 manufacturing business with operations across the UK, Europe and internationally, looking to appoint a IT Director – UK & Europe as it continues to strengthen and modernise its technology capability.This is a senior regional IT leadership role spanning the UK, Central Europe and the Nordics, working closely with business leaders across a decentralised group of businesses.The mandateYou’ll take ownership of the regional technology agenda, balancing strategic transformation with hands-on delivery across a diverse and acquisitive organisation.The focus will include:Leading IT strategy and technology transformation across multiple business units and geographiesDriving ERP transformation, cloud adoption, application optimisation and technology standardisationBuilding strong relationships with MDs and senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted technology partner to the businessLeading distributed IT teams and third-party technology partners across the regionSupporting M&A activity and the integration of acquired businesses into the Group technology environmentWhat we’re looking forTo be considered, you’ll have:Senior IT leadership experience across a multi-site, multi-entity organisation, ideally within manufacturing, logistics, retail, pharmaceutical or another operationally complex environmentStrong ERP experience, with a track record of leading or governing ERP transformation and complex application environmentsExperience operating across multiple countries or business units, ideally within a federated or decentralised operating modelA hands-on, commercially minded leadership style, comfortable working with senior business stakeholders while also getting into the detail of technology deliveryExperience managing distributed teams, third-party technology providers and M&A integration would be highly relevant.This role would suit an experienced Head of IT / IT Director who enjoys operating close to the business and has the breadth to combine strategic leadership with practical execution.

Location: West Sussex, 3 days per week in the office required, with occasional travel across the UK & Europe.Salary: £120,000 + bonus and benefits.If this sounds relevant to your experience, please apply.