IT Integration Lead

We are currently seeking an interim IT Integration Lead to work with our global FMCG client, Elida Beauty, renowned for brands such as TIGI, VO5, Toni & Guy, and Brylcreem, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.

The position is based in the Knowledge Quarter in Liverpool City Centre (L3), accessible by train, bus and car. This is a full-time temporary role for 12 months with possibility of permanent, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying between £75,000 – £80,000 per annum, depending upon experience.

The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements.

Background

Elida Beauty is a Beauty Company which has recently been acquired by the private equity firm Yellow Wood Partners. The aim is to establish a standalone business that will deliver against a winning strategy and portfolio of 22 core brands. Elida Beauty was founded in 2021 and the headquarters are in Holborn, London.

The Elida Beauty ‘country-led’ operating model is lean and efficient with limited overheads, a low-cost base and tax efficient structure. We are in the process of establishing a new Technology Platform following our acquisition.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Technical Integrations Lead to oversee and manage all system integrations using middleware solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment across a new organisation. The successful applicant will be building a new technology platform with 4-5 key applications and integrate into 3rd party services.

This is an opportunity to experience a major separation program and then transition to E2E ownership for BAU operations, getting direct exposure to a broad range of activities and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Integration Management: Oversee and manage the integration between various systems and applications
• Lead Integration Projects: Manage and oversee all integration projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and budget.
• Middleware management: Ensure the ongoing health and performance of integration systems, performing regular updates, patches, and optimizations.
• Technical Support: Provide technical support and troubleshooting for integration-related issues.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Implement and maintain monitoring tools to track integration performance, and generate regular reports on system health and performance.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, finance, operations, and external vendors, to ensure seamless integration processes.
• Documentation: Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for all integration processes, configurations, and maintenance activities.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance integration efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in system integration, with at least 2 years in a leadership role

• Previous experience in an integration role working with platform management/architecture rather than direct development
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in middleware technologies (e.g., SnapLogic, MuleSoft, Dell Boomi etc), API management, and integration patterns. Experience with Microsoft Azure and ERP products beneficial.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Leadership Skills: Able to take ownership of improving business outcomes, working with and influencing the input from a variety of technical and non-technical stakeholders

Knowledge Quarter working environment:

There is secure bicycle storage, showers and a gym on site.

Wellbeing room on site suitable for expressing milk or prayer.

The office is lift-accessible.

There are gender-neutral, as well as gendered, bathrooms available.

There are height-adjustable workspaces for wheelchair access.

Nearest train stations are Lime Street or Liverpool Central, which are within walking distance.

This site is based in Liverpool city centre.

There is no parking onsite but a public car park on Mount Pleasant. Lime Street Train Station is the closest train line.