IT Manager

We are looking for an IT Manager to lead our UK-based IT & IS function. This is a pivotal role within the Business Systems group, responsible for delivering robust IT services, driving digital innovation, and aligning local operations with our European parent company's infrastructure and strategy., As IT Manager, you will lead a small, multi-site team supporting our UK operations. You'll be responsible for ensuring the integrity, security, and performance of our IT infrastructure, while also delivering strategic projects and supporting business transformation initiatives. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the UK and Europe, balancing hands-on technical leadership with strategic planning and team development.

On a day-to-day basis this is what you would be doing:

• Lead the UK IT & IS support function, ensuring high availability of systems and services
• Deliver UK and European IT projects on time and within budget
• Manage telecommunications, network infrastructure, and hardware lifecycle
• Oversee IT budgets, KPIs, and service level agreements
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and data protection standards
• Act as the UK escalation point for ERP and Toyota Industries Group systems
• Champion innovation through AI, RPA, and automation technologies
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners, Toyota Material Handling is the world's number one manufacturer of materials handling equipment providing quality sales and service support across the UK. We foster a culture where our team members are encouraged to continually improve their processes and strive to provide the highest quality in service for our customers. We aim to create a safe environment where our team members feel valued, fulfilled, engaged and happy. We want to attract the best talent and develop our team so that they achieve their full potential. Our commitment is to read each application carefully, however due to the high volume of applications we receive regrettably only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Toyota Material Handling UK is an equal opportunities employer.

We are looking for somebody with proven experience as an IT Manager or senior IT Leader.

Here is a quick tick list for the other skills we are looking for;

• Strong leadership team development and coaching skills
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery experience
• Hands-on technical knowledge of Microsoft environments, networking, and infrastructure
• Experience with AI, RPA, and cybersecurity solutions
• ERP support experience (preferably within a group or multinational structure)
• Power BI Experience
• Ability to travel occasionally to other UK and European sites, Our mission is to deliver materials handling excellence through a customer first strategy that builds quality in everything we do. We are looking for people who support our cultural values. People who are team players, have mutual respect for others, are willing to take on challenges and passionate for continuous improvement. We are looking for the right people who have a desire to learn where we can offer the training to develop technical and soft skills so individuals can achieve their full potential. Do you think you fit in with our company culture and what we're looking for? Make Your Move and Join Us Today.

• Permanent
• Published: 14 hours ago
• Competitive salary, pension, EAP, * Competitive salary
• Attractive company pension
• Company vehicle
• Fuel card
• Company sick pay
• Voluntary critical illness cover
• Free eye tests
• Free flu jabs
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Benefits platform with instant discounts and offers

Toyota Material Handling UK are a part of the Toyota Industries Corporation, and we are the global number one in material handling since 2001, providing quality sales and service support across the UK. We have a worldwide reputation for the way we work, based on lean thinking through our Toyota Production System. Our ambition is to become the first-choice partner in the material handling business as a total solution provider for projects of all sizes. What is it like to work at Toyota? We firmly believe that our team members are the foundation of our success. Teamwork is one of our company values and we recognise that strong team across all areas of our operations is what makes us the world's number one materials handling equipment supplier. We have a passion for people and foster a culture where our team members feel respected, valued, fulfilled, engaged and happy, with continuous opportunities available to develop and progress., At Toyota Material Handling UK, our attitude and range of skills have kept us moving for a century. We turn problems into opportunities, continually improving for businesses, people, and societies. We want to Move the World through out commitment to quality, ceaseless innovation, and respect for the planet, striving to exceed all expectations. The talent and passion of our team members allows us to lead the way in material handling excellence.