Head of IT & Digital Transformation (AI + ERP)

Xpertise Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Xpertise Recruitment in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of IT to lead technology, systems and AI across the business. This newly created, permanent role reports to senior management and will own the IT strategy and ERP platform post-ERP upgrade.

The role focuses on shaping data, automation, and technology-driven transformation with oversight on multi-site operations from a modern ERP base. 4 days office-based in Greater Manchester, salary £90,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading an IT function with responsibility for strategy, budgets, suppliers and teams.
• Strong ERP and business systems experience, ideally including Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Experience implementing AI, automation or digital transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the IT strategy and technology roadmap.
• Own Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and the wider business systems estate.
• Lead AI and automation initiatives, identifying practical applications across the organisation.
• Develop reporting, analytics and business intelligence capabilities through Power BI.
• Ensure secure, reliable and scalable infrastructure across multiple locations.
• Support operational technology, connectivity and compliance requirements.
• Lead technology integration activities relating to business growth and acquisitions.
• Manage the IT budget, supplier relationships and internal technology team.

Skills

IT Leadership

ERP (D365 BC)

AI/Automation

Cyber Security

Stakeholder Management

Multi-site Ops

Tools

Power BI

Dynamics 365 BC

Azure

Job description

Xpertise Recruitment in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of IT to lead technology, systems and AI across the business. This newly created, permanent role reports to senior management and will own the IT strategy and ERP platform post-ERP upgrade.

The role focuses on shaping data, automation, and technology-driven transformation with oversight on multi-site operations from a modern ERP base. 4 days office-based in Greater Manchester, salary £90,000 plus benefits.