it manager

it manager Manchester, England

Extons Foods
Full Time Manchester, England 50000 - 40000 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Role Description:


You will influence and lead the strategic direction of IT and be day-to-day IT support for the organisation. Work closely with external IT suppliers to implement technology initiatives, aligned to future business goals and the overall roadmap. Play a critical role in maturing and adding real value to the organisations IT provision. The role will involve day-to-day end user support, alongside working on IT Projects with 3rd party supplier support.


Responsibilities:


  • To own and manage the IT infrastructure for the organisation, being knowledgeable and experienced enough to provide a suitable to advise on a range of tech, including Servers, Networking, Security & 0365.
  • Provide end user support to a range of internal users, including setting up new users, system changes & upgrades.
  • Work with suppliers to ensure suitable monitoring and alerting is in place in areas such as capacity, performance, security with appropriate communications and escalation processes as required.
  • Undertake root cause analysis for ongoing incidents, participate in active problem resolution and ensure change management processes are adhered to.
  • Work with the senior leadership team to identify and deliver on the roadmap for IT within the business.

Key Tasks:

  • Complete a Gap analysis to understand the company IT needs.
  • Write, develop and roll out a company IT policy to address these needs.
  • Influence the senior team to adopt and embrace the new IT policy and procedure.
  • Introduce safe and secure IT systems.
  • Be a good natural leader and planner with excellent communication skills, be able to deliver information and ideas in a way that others will understand and engage with.
  • Provide support to the Operations Manager and Managing Director for all IT issues.
  • As part of the Operations team play a role in leading the development of the overall operations improvement programme, through contribution to performance improvement initiatives and development of the operational process.

Key Skills:

  • Previous experience in IT Management/IT Support would be highly valuable for this role.
  • Knowledge of a variety of software, hardware & technologies – including 0365, Servers, Networking, System Changes/Upgrades.
  • Ability to work autonomously, whilst working on a range of tasks and projects.
  • Previous experience working with 3rd party suppliers.
  • A highly effective communicator with a focus on adding value to the business.
  • A problem solver who displays high levels of resilience and has a passion for achieving the right outcomes.
  • Excellent planning and prioritisation skills

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Free Onsite Parking, close to all transport links
  • Local Gym Discounts
  • Wellbeing Policy after continuous service
  • Workplace Pension Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Funded Company Events and treats (Most recently, Tough Mudder)
  • Free pack of Cheese every Week

About Extons Foods

Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 51 to 200 Employees
Type: Company - Private
Website: extonsfoods.co.uk

it manager
Extons Foods

extonsfoods.co.uk
Manchester, United Kingdom
Unknown / Non-Applicable
51 to 200 Employees
Company - Private
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