Head of IT - CSG

TN United Kingdom; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as the Head of IT, where you will lead a dynamic team in delivering top-notch IT services. This role involves overseeing the development and implementation of IT strategies, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and fostering a culture of innovation. With a focus on emerging technologies and a commitment to continuous improvement, you will play a key role in shaping the future of IT within the organization. If you are passionate about technology and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 10 years of IT experience, with 5 in a senior IT management role.
• Broad IT knowledge including cloud and SaaS services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the IT team, ensuring high-quality IT services.
• Provide strategic direction and oversee IT budget management.

Skills

Leadership

IT Management

Cloud Services

SaaS Services

PCI Compliance

GDPR Standards

Data Analytics

E-commerce

Customer Relationship Management

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Information Technology

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft 365

Job description

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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 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.

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 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 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.
• Manage the CSG IT Budget.

Minimum 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 including 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 IT domains relevant to the retail sector, such as e-commerce, data analytics, cloud, security, and customer relationship management.

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 rewarding, often challenging, but never dull career.

We believe different ideas, perspectives, 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.