Commercial Systems Manager

ZipRecruiter; Lancing; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking charity as a Commercial Systems Manager and play a pivotal role in enhancing technology for Scout Shops and Unity Insurance. This hybrid position offers the chance to collaborate with teams, manage system improvements, and ensure smooth operations for a cause that impacts Scouts across the UK. With a commitment to flexibility and inclusivity, this organization fosters an environment where your contributions will truly matter. Enjoy generous benefits, including a double matching pension and ample holiday, while working in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere.

Benefits

28 days holiday, increasing to 32 after 2 years

Flexible working arrangements

Double matching pension up to 10%

Family-friendly policies

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing IT or business systems in retail or charity sectors.
• Knowledge of ERP platforms like Microsoft Business Central 365.

Responsibilities

• Maintain online retail and wholesale platforms.
• Lead and support systems like Microsoft Business Central 365.
• Manage key system improvement projects from start to finish.

Skills

IT or business systems management

ERP platforms knowledge

Collaborative mindset

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Planning skills

Project management skills

Education

Degree in IT, business, or related field

PRINCE2 Practitioner or similar qualification

Tools

Microsoft Business Central 365

Job description

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Systems Manager to join our System and Finance team based at our Scout Store in Lancing.

Job Title: Commercial Systems Manager

Salary: £54,103 per annum, Band H, Level 3

Location: Scout Store, Lancing, West Sussex, BN15 8UG - The role will be hybrid with two days a week in Lancing and as required.

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 35

About The Role:

We’re looking for a Commercial Systems Manager to help shape and support the technology behind two important parts of our charity: Scout Shops Ltd and Unity Insurance. This role is key to ensuring our systems run smoothly, enabling us to better support Scouts across the UK. This is your chance to be part of something bigger. Your work will help deliver real impact across the Scout movement, supporting people and volunteers across the UK.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Maintain our online retail and wholesale platforms
• Lead and support systems like Microsoft Business Central 365
• Collaborate with teams to understand and meet their system needs
• Manage key system improvement projects from start to finish

What we are looking for:

• Experience managing IT or business systems, ideally in retail or charity sectors
• Knowledge of ERP platforms like Microsoft Business Central 365
• Collaborative and problem-solving mindset
• Strong communication, planning, and project management skills
• Degree in IT, business, or a related field
• PRINCE2 Practitioner (or similar project qualification)

Benefits include:

• Award-winning Charity of the Year (Charity Times Awards 2022) with over 400 employees nationwide
• 28 days holiday, increasing to 32 days after 2 years, plus additional days at Christmas
• Flexible working arrangements
• Double matching pension up to 10% of gross salary
• Family-friendly policies and generous leave
• Learning and development opportunities via our internal learning hub

For a full list of benefits, click here.

Application deadline: 23:59 on Sunday, 18th May 2025

Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We reserve the right to close this role early, so early application is encouraged.

Note: Strictly no agencies.

The Scouts is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We support flexible working and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, believing that diversity strengthens our community.