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Head of IT (Manufacturing)

Ernest Gordon RecruitmentPoole, Dorset🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 14 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This leadership opportunity offers significant impact within a reputable manufacturing firm, where you'll drive crucial system improvements and guide a dedicated IT team. You'll thrive here if you possess a background in FMCG and are eager to develop innovative solutions in a collaborative environment. Apply today to shape the future of technology for this growing company!

Quick Overview

Salary
£55k - £65k/yr
Seniority
Leader
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Location
Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom
Posted
5 weeks ago
Process Improvement

Job Description

Head of IT (Manufacturing)

£55,000 - £65,000 + Company Benefits + Office based + Training

Poole, Dorset

Are you a Head of IT or similar from an FMCG background looking for a collaborative leadership role within a leading wholesaler, where you will be the go-to person for technical improvements and have the opportunity to oversee a varied workload?

Since the 1990s, this company has grown into a trusted supplier within the food industry, supplying major names across the retail sector and achieving a multi-million-pound turnover. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to strengthen their IT team.

In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the company's phone networks and continuously improving internal systems, including implementing platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 and designing internal applications. You will also manage a team of four IT professionals, while developing and implementing processes and procedures across the business.

This role would suit a Head of IT or similar looking to join a varied and continuously developing business, offering a unique workload and the opportunity to lead a close-knit team.

The Role

  • Implement processes and procedures across the business
  • Maintain and improve IT and phone networks.
  • implement and develop internal systems, including Microsoft Dynamics 365
  • Design and improve internal applications.
  • Lead and manage a team of four.
  • Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

The Person

  • Head of IT or similar.
  • FMCG industry background.
  • Able to commute to Poole

Reference number:BBH26796

Head of IT, Infrastructure, Systems Manager, Network, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Applications, Process Improvement, IT Leadership, FMCG, Food Manufacturing, Food Wholesale, Retail, Poole, Bournemouth, Dorchester, Christchurch, Wimborne, Ferndown

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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