Head of IT

A quick look at the role

Company Shop Group (CSG), part of Biffa, is the largest commercial redistributor of surplus food and household products in the UK, enabling some of the biggest retailers, manufacturers, food service and logistics providers to unlock value from surplus stock, which may have otherwise gone to waste.

The Head of IT is responsible for for leading and managing the Company Shop Group IT department and ensuring the delivery of high-quality IT services and solutions across the business. You will oversee the development and implementation of the CSG IT strategy, policies, and standards, and ensure alignment with group objectives and goals.

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Your core responsibilities

Ensure the delivery of high-quality IT services and solutions that meet the needs and expectations of the business and customers, and comply with the relevant standards and regulations, including PCI and GDPR Provide strategic direction and leadership for the IT department and ensure the effective and efficient use of IT resources and capabilities Lead and manage the IT team and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement Ensure the IT department adheres to the IT policies, procedures, and best practices, and implement appropriate risk management and governance frameworks Provide expert advice and guidance on IT matters and issues, and resolve any IT-related problems and incidents Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and trends, and assess their potential impact and value for the organisation Management of the CSG IT Budget

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Our essential requirements

Degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field 10 years of IT experience, with 5 in a senior IT management role Broad IT knowledge to include cloud and SaaS services, MS Stack (Azure, 365) Experience with PCI compliance and GDPR standards, emerging retail technologies Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, and develop the IT team Strong knowledge and expertise in the IT domains relevant to the retail sector, such as e-commerce, data analytics, cloud, security, and customer relationship management

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Biffa – we’re changing the way people think about waste

At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we’re turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It’s a view that’s shared by our 11,000+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that’s always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.

We believe different ideas, perspective and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment which is why you’ll find us championing diversity and equality at every turn.

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