Head of IT

3 weeks ago

Oldham, United Kingdom Innovative Technology Full time


Are you an experienced IT and Systems Leader who is looking to work in a fast paced, global, market leading company?


Here at Innovative Technology we have an excellent opportunity for a
Head of IT & Systems to join our talented team in our global head office in Oldham, Manchester.

In return, you will receive a
competitive salary plus benefits.

We're Innovative


Trading for over 30 years here at Innovative Technology, where we now have offices on five continents and employ around 400 people, with over 100 based from our state-of-the-art R&D hub and global head office in Oldham, Manchester.


From self-service checkouts to arcade machines, we provide our retail, banking, kiosk, vending, gaming and amusement customers with products and services that help them securely accept automated payments, with our industry leading technology keeping us atthe forefront of our sector.


By being true to our values of Innovation, Collaboration, Respect and Drive we've seen significant growth and won numerous domestic and international awards, whilst offering outstanding career opportunities and great benefits.

You'll find us on the edgeof the Pennines and less than half an hour from central Manchester, with modern offices, free parking and excellent transport links.

About the Head of IT & Systems role :

As our Head of IT and Systems, you will be the leader of the IT and Systems department, reporting to the Group Finance Director.

You will be responsible for defining and implementing the IT and Systems road map to align with the company's business objectives.


This is an equally hands-on role technically as it is strategic so is ideal for an experienced IT leader who is passionate about rolling their sleeves up.

Key responsibilities of our Head of IT & Systems will include :

  • Developing and implementing IT strategy including our global sites (Europe, China, Brazil, America)
  • Driving efficiency of business systems and infrastructure including ERP (Syspro), PLM (Team Centre), JIRA, CRM, as well as in house bespoke systems for configuring and testing our finished products
  • Motivating and developing a multidisciplined DevOps team comprising infrastructure, software and business analysis functions
  • Ensuring cyber security is robust, embedded and work towards Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation
  • Leading endtoend delivery of digital projects to deliver digital transformation
  • Influence IT change across the business with stakeholders, directors
Skills & Experience need to be successful as our Head of IT & Systems :

  • Expert knowledge in strategic planning, implementation, and management of critical projects
  • Excellent communication skills confident engaging with stakeholders at different levels
  • Strong people management and development
  • Proactively assessing and monitoring IT strategy
Package & Perks you will receive as our Head of IT & Systems :

  • Competitive salary
  • Paid breaks, with free hot premium drinks
  • 24 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays,
  • Flexible working for great worklife balance
  • Workplace Pension Scheme, with a 3% contribution from us
  • Private Healthcare Scheme available for you (as benefit in kind), and the option to add family members
  • Life Insurance
  • Dental scheme
  • Electric Car Scheme
  • Onsite electric car charging points
  • Free onsite modern gym
  • Staff car workshop
  • Cycle to work scheme
What's next?


If you're an experienced
Head of IT & Systems and want to join our award-winning team, working on the latest cutting-edge technology we want to hear from you.

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