For this role, I specifically want to speak to strong candidates from the FMCG sector, who can commute to the Chessington area on a hybrid basis, and who have strong experience with the D365 Business Central ERP solution.
No sponsorship is available for this role.
If you are a good fit for the above key criteria, please review the detailed job description below, and get in touch with Lorenz Pasch at Hays Technology Recruitment ASAP.
Lorenz Pasch at Hays Recruitment.
Head of IT | FMCG
Hybrid: Chessington
Package: Competitive
A high-impact technology leadership opportunity within a major FMCG business, taking ownership of a business-critical IT estate at a significant point of transition.
We are looking for an experienced Head of IT from an FMCG background who can assess the existing technology landscape, lead the transition to a new IT operating model and build a clear roadmap across infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity and service delivery.
The opportunity
A leading FMCG organisation is looking to appoint a Head of IT to take ownership of its technology function across a complex, multi-site operational environment.
The business is entering an important period of change following a recent change in ownership. The incoming Head of IT will play a central role in overseeing the transition away from IT services currently provided through the former parent group, ensuring continuity of service while establishing clear internal ownership, supplier relationships and a sustainable technology operating model.
The environment includes Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Azure, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Dayforce and Redzone, alongside established cybersecurity solutions.
This is not simply a BAU leadership position. The successful candidate will be expected to understand the existing landscape, identify risk and opportunity, establish priorities and determine what the future IT and cyber capability should look like.
Key responsibilities
Lead the IT function across a fast-paced, multi-site FMCG environment.
Assess the existing technology estate, team capability, suppliers, applications, infrastructure and cybersecurity posture.
Lead the transition away from IT services provided through the former parent group, protecting business continuity throughout.
Ensure effectiv...
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