IT Systems & Applications Manager in Glasgow

A growing organisation at the forefront of their industry in Glasgow are seeking an IT Systems & Applications Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping how technology supports scale, efficiency and long-term growth. It's an opportunity to take ownership of core business systems, improve how technology is used day-to-day, and bring structure and consistency to an evolving systems landscape. You'll combine strategic oversight with hands-on involvement, working closely with teams across the business to understand processes, identify inefficiencies and apply technology in a practical, impactful way.

With international expansion underway and further acquisitions planned, this role will be central to ensuring systems are robust, well-integrated and fit for the future.

The Company

This is a scaling organisation with an ambitious growth agenda. They’re actively investing in technology to support rapid growth, integrate new acquisitions, and ensure systems work smarter, not harder, for the business. Technology is seen as a key enabler of the business, with strong executive support for continued improvement, automation and smarter use of systems to support teams on the ground.

Technology Environment

The organisation operates within a Microsoft centric environment, with Dynamics 365 Business Central at the heart of its operational systems. The business has recently redefined and reimplemented its Dynamics 365 platform, moving away from a heavily customised Legacy setup to a cleaner, more scalable solution. With the core platform now stabilised, the focus has shifted to driving adoption, improving processes and extracting far more value from Dynamics. Alongside Dynamics, the organisation makes extensive use of Microsoft 365 and the Power Platform, with a growing emphasis on automation, workflow improvement and better reporting. There is a clear appetite to simplify, standardise and ensure technology genuinely supports how the business operates day-to-day.

The Role

You will take ownership of the organisation's core systems and applications, ensuring they are secure, reliable and aligned to business needs. You'll lead a small internal IT team and work closely with key third-party suppliers, while staying close enough to the detail to understand how systems are used in practice. A key part of the role is engaging with stakeholders across the business, mapping processes, identifying pain points and using technology to solve real operational problems.

You will also play an important role in supporting future acquisitions, helping to integrate systems, rationalise platforms and bring new teams into a consistent operating model.

• Own and evolve the organisation's core IT systems and business applications, with Dynamics 365 Business Central as a central platform.
• Drive adoption, optimisation and continuous improvement of Dynamics across the business.
• Work closely with teams to understand processes and identify opportunities for simplification, automation and better system use.
• Champion the use of the Power Platform to automate workflows and improve reporting and visibility.
• Lead and develop a small IT team, setting clear priorities and supporting their growth.
• Manage and challenge third-party suppliers, ensuring strong performance against SLAs, KPIs and budgets.
• Provide IT systems oversight during acquisition activity, supporting migrations and integration work.
• Maintain strong governance around security, access management and compliance across the Microsoft estate.

Who We’re Looking For

• Experience owning or managing business-critical systems in a Microsoft-centric environment.
• Strong exposure to Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365, identity management and the Power Platform.
• Comfortable analysing business processes and translating requirements into practical system improvements.
• Previous experience managing/mentoring a small team and coordinating external suppliers.
• Confident balancing strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Curious, pragmatic and motivated by making technology work better for the business.

Why This Role

• Play a central role in shaping how a growing organisation uses technology, rather than inheriting a fixed or stagnant setup.
• Take ownership of a freshly reworked Dynamics 365 platform and help the business fully realise its potential.
• Drive meaningful automation and process improvement using the Power Platform, with visible impact across the organisation.
• Be trusted to influence systems, priorities and ways of working during a period of international growth and acquisition activity.
• Combine strategic responsibility with hands-on involvement, staying close enough to the detail to make a real difference.
• Join a business where technology is viewed as a driver of growth, not just a support function.

The Offer

The salary range is £60,000 - £80,000, alongside a strong benefits package and hybrid working. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to step into a visible, influential systems role, help a business scale and make a tangible impact through better use of technology.

If this sounds interesting, please apply or reach out to Murray Simpson. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.