Head of IT

La Fosse Associates; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 102,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food group seeks a Head of IT & Data Management to drive digital transformation, automation, and data strategy across its operations. In this senior IT leadership role, you will oversee IT infrastructure, lead SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud implementation, and ensure cybersecurity and data governance. The ideal candidate has strong stakeholder engagement, experience in FMCG or retail, and a proven record in IT modernisation. Competitive salary up to £120,000 plus benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Qualifications

• Senior IT leadership experience in FMCG, retail, or manufacturing.
• Expertise in SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud and automation platforms.
• Proven track record in IT modernisation and digital transformation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver IT and Data strategy aligned with business growth.
• Oversee IT operations and manage third-party suppliers.
• Drive automation and digital enablement.
• Lead SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud implementation.
• Ensure cybersecurity, compliance, and data governance.
• Build and lead a high-performing IT and Data team.

Skills

IT leadership in FMCG

SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud

Automation platforms

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial acumen

Tools

Azure

Job description

Head of IT

Location : Birmingham&North London(Multi-site)

Salary : Up to £120,000 + Benefits

Type : Permanent, Full-Time

A leading UK food group is seeking a Head of IT & Data Management to drive digital transformation, automation, and data strategy across its operations. This is a hands‑on leadership role blending strategy with execution, overseeing IT infrastructure, SAP S / 4HANA Public Cloud adoption, and intelligent automation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and deliver IT & Data strategy aligned with business growth.
• Oversee IT operations and manage third‑party suppliers.
• Drive automation (RPA, low‑code) and digital enablement.
• Lead SAP S / 4HANA Public Cloud implementation and optimisation.
• Ensure cybersecurity, compliance, and data governance.
• Build and lead a high‑performing IT & Data team.

Requirements

• Senior IT leadership experience in FMCG, retail, or manufacturing.
• Expertise in SAP S / 4HANA Public Cloud, Azure, and automation platforms.
• Proven track record in IT modernisation and digital transformation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and commercial acumen.

Why Apply?

• Salary up to £120,000 + benefits.
• Shape the future of technology and data in a fast‑growing business.
• Join a culture where tech is a growth enabler, not a back‑office function.