IT Manager

Futures Ltd

Bradford, UK

25 days ago

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Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Compensation

£54,000.0 - £63,000.0

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

www.reed.co.uk

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Active Directory Microsoft Azure Business Systems Cyber Security Disaster Recovery Information Technology Operations Microsoft Software Cloud Services System Availability Information Technology Industrial Software

Job description

Manage day-to-day IT operations across office and manufacturing environments.
Maintain networks, servers, cloud services, hardware and end-user devices.
Support and develop ERP/MRP and other business-critical systems.
Ensure high availability of IT systems supporting production and operations.
Manage cyber security, access controls, patching, backups and disaster recovery.
Support manufacturing and shop-floor technology, including OT and industrial systems where applicable.
Lead IT upgrades, implementations and improvement projects.
Manage third-party IT suppliers, contracts, licensing and service levels.
Maintain IT policies, documentation and asset management.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through technology, automation and data.
Manage IT budgets and recommend future technology investment.
Work closely with production, engineering, supply chain and senior management.

Requirements

Previous experience as an IT Manager or in a similar broad IT role.
Experience within manufacturing, engineering or an operational environment.
Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking and Microsoft technologies.
Experience with Microsoft 365, Azure and Active Directory/Entra ID.
Exposure to ERP/MRP or other operational business systems.
Good understanding of cyber security and business continuity.
Experience managing IT suppliers and delivering technology projects.
Exposure to OT, MES, industrial networks or shop-floor systems would be advantageous.
Strong communication, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to contribute strategically.