Business Systems Manager

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing UK manufacturer seeks a Business Systems Manager to own and improve ERP systems, drive digital transformation, and support operational excellence. The role offers competitive pay, private healthcare, a bonus scheme, and a supportive work environment focused on continuous improvement. Candidates with experience leading ERP projects and a strong grasp of manufacturing data structures are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Discretionary bonus scheme

Extra paid leave

Holiday buy/sell scheme

Referral bonus for successful hires

Free eye tests

Free on-site parking

Monthly appreciation treats

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of manufacturing business systems, especially ERP.
• Proven project leadership experience in ERP implementation.
• Familiarity with business process mapping and systems integration.

Responsibilities

• Own the company’s ERP system and lead improvements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance system capabilities.
• Deliver training and support for system use.

Skills

Business process mapping

ERP project leadership

Continuous improvement

Data structures

BI reporting

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Job description

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Business Systems Manager | Poole | £65,000 DOE

Drive transformation. Own the systems. Shape the future.

This isn’t just another ERP role. It’s your chance to take full ownership of business-critical systems at a growing UK manufacturer with global reach. Backed by investment, innovation, and a leadership team that’s serious about improvement, you’ll lead the digital backbone of a business on the move.

Rubicon’s client is a long-established UK manufacturer with a global customer base and strong investment in innovation and infrastructure. With a healthy order book and a renewed focus on digital transformation, they’re committed to continuous improvement across all areas of the business, including their systems.

As the Business Systems Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Taking ownership of the company’s ERP system, leading upgrades, integrations, and continuous improvement
• Collaborating with stakeholders across departments to align system capabilities with business strategy
• Scoping, designing, and implementing new software solutions to streamline operations and support growth
• Delivering training and ongoing support to ensure teams are confident and efficient in system use
• Providing insights and analysis that inform operational and strategic decisions
• Leading digital transformation projects that modernise workflows and increase efficiency
• Acting as the key liaison with software vendors, consultants, and external support partners

You’ll benefit from:

• Private healthcare and access to a Health & Wellbeing support scheme (EAP)
• Discretionary bonus scheme and life assurance (3x salary)
• Extra paid leave and holiday buy/sell scheme
• £250 referral bonus for successful hires
• Free eye tests
• Free on-site parking
• Monthly appreciation treats

As the Business Systems Manager, your skills and experience will include:

• A strong understanding of manufacturing business systems, especially ERP (IFS or Priority experience desirable)
• Proven ERP project leadership experience, from improvement to full implementation
• Familiarity with business process mapping, continuous improvement and systems integration
• Knowledge of manufacturing data structures (BoMs, routings, phantom parts), MRP, and master scheduling
• Understanding of BI reporting tools such as Power BI and SQL-based data reporting

If you’re a structured, systems-savvy leader looking to drive meaningful change in a business that values innovation and precision, we’re keen to hear from you. For more information, apply to this Business Systems Manager advert or call Amber at Rubicon and she’ll talk you through the details.