Head of Business Systems
- Recruiter
- Confidential
- Location
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Doncaster
Yorkshire and the HumberUnited Kingdom
- Salary
- 80000.00 - 90000.00 GBP Annual + car + bonus + benefits
- Posted
- 17 Mar 2021
- Closes
- 14 Apr 2021
- Job Title
- Director
- Category
- Information Technology
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Parkinson Lee Executive Search are the retained partner to a highly successful, owner managed Manufacturing organisation based in South Yorkshire in the appointment of a Head of Business Systems.
Our client manufactures high end building products that are sold through both retail and contractors across the UK. Following substantial investment in recent years, our client has doubled their manufacturing capacity and is set for considerable future growth over the next few years.
Our client is now looking to recruit a Head of Business Systems to join their senior leadership team, in this newly created role.
The Head of Business Systems will lead a small team of 5 to oversee all IT functions and related activities across the business. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will lead the team. Comprising systems development and programming, project management, infrastructure and support. As part of the Senior Leadership team, you will be tasked with collectively driving forward the wider business strategy and ensuring that all systems, processes and data provide a platform to support the growth plans and improvement in profitability.
Responsibilities
*Take the lead role in developing and delivering a detailed I.T. strategy to support the overall business strategy
*Ensure that I.T. and other business systems and processes are robust and flexible, and are scalable to support business growth
*Oversee the I.T. infrastructure and ensure consistent with business requirements
*Analyse the requirements of all departments to determine their technology needs and provide appropriate solutions, improving employee communication tools and engagement
*Improve I.T. reporting and analytics to facilitate real–time information and KPIs to support business needs
*Lead and develop the internal I.T. team and drive ownership and accountability
*Develop external support structures to complement the internal I.T. team and provide additional skills and resources when required
*Lead a cross–functional I.T. Steering Committee
*Control of the I.T. budget and delivery of efficiencies and improvements
*Demonstrate a clear return on investment for all I.T. projects, together with taking an active role in business–wide projects, ensuring fully planned and scoped
*Develop a Business Continuity Plan covering all aspects of the business
*Drive formal accreditation of business systems and processes
For this appointment we are seeking a strong technical background, with knowledge of manufacturing and commercial processes, SAP and its integration with other systems. You will be a natural leader able to demonstrate transformation within an I.T. function. You will be able to communicate with staff at all levels and quickly able to gain buy–in from the wider business.
Requirements
*A proven track record of operating at Head of IT / Business Systems level within a manufacturing business
*A track record of setting and delivering strategies to support business growth
*Able to demonstrate gravitas with the senior leadership team with strong and effective communication skills
*Able to assess and identify ideas and deliver solutions
*Strong technical skills, with particular knowledge of SAP and Analytics and integration with other manufacturing systems
*Strong project management skills, evidenced by roll–out of significant projects
*Experience of end to end systems development
*Professional I.T. or similar qualification
*Drive, passion and energy to support the business in its growth over the next 5–10 years
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Business Systems to develop this newly created role within a progressive manufacturing business.
To attract the right talent, our client is offering an excellent salary and associated executive benefits package.
For a confidential a discussion about this appointment please contact Lee Bhandal at Parkinson Lee or apply via this advert
Our client manufactures high end building products that are sold through both retail and contractors across the UK. Following substantial investment in recent years, our client has doubled their manufacturing capacity and is set for considerable future growth over the next few years.
Our client is now looking to recruit a Head of Business Systems to join their senior leadership team, in this newly created role.
The Head of Business Systems will lead a small team of 5 to oversee all IT functions and related activities across the business. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will lead the team. Comprising systems development and programming, project management, infrastructure and support. As part of the Senior Leadership team, you will be tasked with collectively driving forward the wider business strategy and ensuring that all systems, processes and data provide a platform to support the growth plans and improvement in profitability.
Responsibilities
*Take the lead role in developing and delivering a detailed I.T. strategy to support the overall business strategy
*Ensure that I.T. and other business systems and processes are robust and flexible, and are scalable to support business growth
*Oversee the I.T. infrastructure and ensure consistent with business requirements
*Analyse the requirements of all departments to determine their technology needs and provide appropriate solutions, improving employee communication tools and engagement
*Improve I.T. reporting and analytics to facilitate real–time information and KPIs to support business needs
*Lead and develop the internal I.T. team and drive ownership and accountability
*Develop external support structures to complement the internal I.T. team and provide additional skills and resources when required
*Lead a cross–functional I.T. Steering Committee
*Control of the I.T. budget and delivery of efficiencies and improvements
*Demonstrate a clear return on investment for all I.T. projects, together with taking an active role in business–wide projects, ensuring fully planned and scoped
*Develop a Business Continuity Plan covering all aspects of the business
*Drive formal accreditation of business systems and processes
For this appointment we are seeking a strong technical background, with knowledge of manufacturing and commercial processes, SAP and its integration with other systems. You will be a natural leader able to demonstrate transformation within an I.T. function. You will be able to communicate with staff at all levels and quickly able to gain buy–in from the wider business.
Requirements
*A proven track record of operating at Head of IT / Business Systems level within a manufacturing business
*A track record of setting and delivering strategies to support business growth
*Able to demonstrate gravitas with the senior leadership team with strong and effective communication skills
*Able to assess and identify ideas and deliver solutions
*Strong technical skills, with particular knowledge of SAP and Analytics and integration with other manufacturing systems
*Strong project management skills, evidenced by roll–out of significant projects
*Experience of end to end systems development
*Professional I.T. or similar qualification
*Drive, passion and energy to support the business in its growth over the next 5–10 years
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Business Systems to develop this newly created role within a progressive manufacturing business.
To attract the right talent, our client is offering an excellent salary and associated executive benefits package.
For a confidential a discussion about this appointment please contact Lee Bhandal at Parkinson Lee or apply via this advert