Deputy Chief Information Officer- Logistics

Xclusive Recruitment; Bilston; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Bilston is seeking a Senior IT Leader to oversee day-to-day IT operations and development functions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in a similar role, preferably within logistics or technology-led industries. This position plays a key role in strategic planning and operational efficiency, and requires strong mentorship and leadership skills. Competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Head of IT role, preferably in logistics or related industry.
• Strong understanding of logistics operational IT needs.
• Ability to innovate and create competitive advantages.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of IT and development functions.
• Provide mentorship and support to team leads and developers.
• Act as senior escalation point for IT and development issues.

Skills

Leadership and management

Strategic planning

Mentorship

IT infrastructure knowledge

Performance management

Job description

The company

A market leading logistics company with an admirable reputation

The role

This is a senior leadership role that will be the second in command to the CTO, responsible for the day-to-day management of IT and development functions across the Group.

The successful candidate will also contribute significantly to the strategic direction of technology, act as a bridge between IT and the business, and play a key role in succession planning for the CTO role.

You will oversee the daily operations of IT and development functions across the Group companies

Provide line management, mentorship, and support to team leads and developers

Ensure consistent performance management, career development, and skills growth across the teams

Act as the senior escalation point for IT and development issues.

You will lead, influence and develop the IT teams across several businesses.

The applicant

Our ideal candidate will have held a similar Head of IT role in a logistics, supply chain, warehousing, or related technology-led industry (strongly preferred).

Understanding of the operational realities of logistics businesses and their IT needs.

Using your insight and experience to shape the way forward, creating innovation and out performing our clients competitors.

With a broad knowledge of IT infrastructure, enterprise systems, an...