Technology Director
7 days ago
The OpportunityNigel Wright are delighted to be partnering with ScS to appoint their new Technology DirectorFirst established in 1984 as a family owned general home furnishing store and HQ in Sunderland, ScS has grown to be one of the UK's leading and best-loved sofa specialists. Today they have nearly 2000 colleagues and over 95 retail stores and 9 distribution centres across the UK. In January 2024, ScS were formally acquired by Poltronesofà a family owned European market leader with over 310 stores. Since the acquisition ScS have been investing in their product range and store refurbishment and have ambitious plans to grow. The Technology Director will be responsible for leading the organisations technology strategy, architecture and operations, ensuring systems enable growth, efficiency and strong financial governance. This role will be responsible for helping own the delivery, optimisation and long-term roadmap of Microsoft Business Central as their business platform. Remuneration: Competitive salary / packageLocation: Hybrid - 2-3 days in Sunderland will be required Key Accountabilities1. Strategy & Leadership Develop and deliver a technology strategy that supports business objectives and future scalability Define the enterprise architecture and ensure systems and data align to a coherent roadmapLeadership of the technology team, creating high-performance standards and a strong service culture Act as a senior advisor to the executive team on digital and modernisation initiatives 2. Microsoft Business Central Ensure the BC platform is stable, well governed and able to scaleLead continuous improvement Manage partners to deliver value and qualityEnsure strong change control, documentation and user adoption3. Technology Operations & Infrastructure Oversee secure, resilient and cost-efficient IT operations across networks, telephony, cloud and devices Own cyber security, risk management and compliance Ensure reliable service delivery with clear SLAs, incident management and escalation processes Enable the business to use data for decision making and operational control 4. Projects & Change DeliveryLead the technology project portfolio Drive digital transformation initiatives, automation and workflow optimisationPartner across Finance, Operations, Sales and People to embed process improvements Required Role Specific Knowledge, Skills and Experience Proven experience as a Technology Director, IT Director, CTO or equivalent senior leadership role Strong leadership presence - building high performing teams and the ability to set standards and lead accountabilityCommercially aware: the ability to align technology decisions to cost and ROI Dynamics BC experience would be preferred and highly advantageous Strong vendor and stakeholder management skills Clear communicator who can translate complexity into business impactDetail orientated with a commitment to a high level of data integrity and accuracyTo Apply Please submit your CV and we will be in touch to discuss your application.
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Technology Director
5 days ago
Sunderland, United Kingdom ScS Full timeThe Opportunity Nigel Wright are delighted to be partnering with ScS to appoint their new Technology Director First established in 1984 as a family owned general home furnishing store and HQ in Sunderland, ScS has grown to be one of the UK's leading and best-loved sofa specialists. Today they have nearly 2000 colleagues and over 95 retail stores and 9...
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Technology Director
6 days ago
Sunderland, United Kingdom ScS Full timeThe OpportunityNigel Wright are delighted to be partnering with ScS to appoint their new Technology DirectorFirst established in 1984 as a family owned general home furnishing store and HQ in Sunderland, ScS has grown to be one of the UK's leading and best-loved sofa specialists. Today they have nearly 2000 colleagues and over 95 retail stores and 9...
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Technology Director
7 days ago
Sunderland, Sunderland, United Kingdom ScS Full time £80,000 - £120,000 per yearThe OpportunityNigel Wright are delighted to be partnering with ScS to appoint their new Technology DirectorFirst established in 1984 as a family owned general home furnishing store and HQ in Sunderland, ScS has grown to be one of the UK's leading and best-loved sofa specialists. Today they have nearly 2000 colleagues and over 95 retail stores and 9...
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Technology Director
6 days ago
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom ScS Full timeThe Opportunity Nigel Wright are delighted to be partnering with ScS to appoint their new Technology Director First established in 1984 as a family owned general home furnishing store and HQ in Sunderland, ScS has grown to be one of the UK's leading and best-loved sofa specialists. Today they have nearly 2000 colleagues and over 95 retail stores and 9...
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Technology Director: Strategy, Growth
5 days ago
Sunderland, United Kingdom ScS Full timeA leading sofa retailer in the UK is seeking a Technology Director to lead their technology strategy and operations. The role involves developing scalable technology strategies, overseeing IT operations, and managing the Microsoft Business Central platform. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership in technology roles and strong vendor management skills....
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Sunderland, United Kingdom Sunderland College Full timeCurriculum Director: Digital and Future Technologies Job Details Location: Sunderland Salary: £54,713 to £59,775 per annum Post Type: Full Time Contract Type: Fixed Term – 12 Months Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Thursday 11 December 2025 Reference: 0901-25 About The College Sunderland College has been delivering highly successful courses for more than...
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Sunderland, United Kingdom Sunderland College Full timeCurriculum Director: Digital and Future Technologies Location: Sunderland Salary: £54,713 to £59,775 per annum Post Type: Full Time Contract Type: Fixed Term - 12 Months Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Thursday 11 December 2025 Reference: 0901-25 About The College Sunderland College has been delivering highly successful courses for more than 20 years and...
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Tech-Driven BD Director: Europe Capture
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Sunderland, United Kingdom ICF Full timeAn international consulting firm seeks a strategic Director of Business Development to lead technology solutions across Europe. The role involves driving business growth, developing tech-infused proposals, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess strong business development expertise, technology skills, and a Bachelor's degree,...
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Project Delivery Director
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Curriculum Director: Digital Futures
2 weeks ago
Sunderland, United Kingdom Sunderland College Full timeA leading educational institution is seeking a Curriculum Director for Digital and Future Technologies in Sunderland. This role focuses on providing strategic leadership and operational oversight to ensure curriculum quality and innovation. The ideal candidate will combine educational leadership with expertise in AI and digital transformation. This is a...
