Head of IT - FMCG

Head of IT - FMCG - Fresh Produce

We are currently searching for a hands-on Head of IT to join this multi-site international FMCG (fresh produce) business. You will be joining during a business-wide digital transformation and other interesting projects. The main focus aside of this is continued development of the IT infrastructure is business systems software. Leading a small knowledgeable team not only will you be the architect but also required to roll your sleeves up.

An FMCG - fresh produce sector background is highly desirable.

Working from home is not possible in this role so you must live within an hours drive of Chichester.

Main Duties

• Develop a clear IT vision, working closely with the senior management team and other stakeholders
• Lead team of 3
• Digital transformation, security, disaster recovery
• Full Project Management; scope, planning, sourcing, testing, scheduling, and implementation
• Financial and BI reporting, negotiating contracts & budgetary control

Requirements:

• A background working in an FMCG company - highly desirable
• Several years experience leading an IT function with users of 200+ across multiple sites
• Likely to currently be IT Manager or Head of IT or similar
• Strategic management experience and able to operate at senior management team level within a corporate enterprise
• Demonstrable experience of instigating, managing and delivering projects
• Excellent working knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, SQL, Exchange, Terminal Server/Citrix,

Package:

• Salary around 75K
• Pension
• Private Healthcare and Life Assurance
• 25 days holiday + BH

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