IT Director
Location: Reading
Salary: £125k to £140k + Car allowance and 30% bonus
83zero is partnered with a prominent company to recruit an IT Director responsible for driving the IT and service strategy. This role aims to foster a customer-centric culture and ensure exceptional support and reliability for both internal and external clients.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute IT and service strategies.
Ensure high service and support standards for a global customer base.
Collaborate with senior leaders in Sales, Product, Commercial, and Software to strengthen customer focus.
Lead and manage an international team across various regions and manufacturing sites.
Oversee IT budgets and cost management.
Promote technological advancements and innovative solutions.
Guide and support an internal software development team.Essential Skills and Experience:
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
In-depth technical knowledge of IT infrastructure, applications, cloud services, and IT security.
Extensive experience in a complex technical manufacturing environment.
Skilled in managing legacy IT infrastructure and developing replacement strategies.
Familiarity with high-security, compliance-oriented businesses and ISO standards.
Knowledge of Financial Systems, ERP, and MRP in manufacturing.
Proven leadership in managing software development and customer-facing teams.
Experience managing diverse, international teams.Additional Requirements:
Degree or equivalent in a technical or business discipline.
Proficiency in ITIL practices and change management.
Track record of implementing continuous improvement and cost reduction strategies.Travel: Some travel required.
This role is ideal for a seasoned IT leader ready to drive change and enhance technological capabilities in a complex, international manufacturing setting