IT Applications Manager

Tarmac; Clevedon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Rewards website access

Employee Assistance helpline

Job summary

Tarmac is seeking an IT Applications Manager to own the enterprise application landscape, lead a team of application specialists, and drive technology solutions across a growing international business. The role blends strategic leadership with hands-on delivery, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance processes and optimise systems.

You will guide system improvements, delivery of projects, and governance while mentoring your team to ensure robust documentation and knowledge sharing across the

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading IT applications, business systems or enterprise applications teams.
• Strong people management and leadership experience.
• Proven project management and delivery capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Leading, coaching and developing a team of Application Analysts.
• Driving the strategy, roadmap and optimisation of enterprise applications.
• Partnering with business leaders to identify opportunities for process improvement and digital transformation.
• Managing key software vendor relationships and third-party partners.
• Overseeing application configuration, security, testing and ongoing enhancements.
• Supporting integration projects and ensuring seamless connectivity between critical business systems.
• Delivering projects through established governance and project management frameworks.
• Building and maintaining robust documentation, knowledge sharing and support processes.
• Troubleshooting complex application issues and providing expert guidance to users and team members.

Skills

IT applications leadership

people management

project delivery

stakeholder management

Tools

Microsoft CRM

ERP platforms

Job description

Meets national minimum wage, Competitive

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

05/12/2026

About this job

IT Applications Manager

• Hydro International Hybrid | Clevedon | Drive Technology That Powers Business Success Are you a hands-on IT leader with a passion for business transformation, enterprise applications, and leading high-performing teams?

We're looking for an experienced IT Applications Manager to take ownership of our enterprise application landscape, lead a talented team of application specialists, and drive the delivery of innovative technology solutions that support a growing international business.

This is a fantastic opportunity to combine strategic leadership with technical expertise, working closely with stakeholders across the organisation to enhance business processes, optimise systems, and deliver real impact.

What You'll Be Doing As our IT Applications Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our enterprise applications strategy.

You'll lead a team of application analysts while remaining actively involved in system improvements, project delivery, and stakeholder engagement.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading, coaching and developing a team of Application Analysts

Driving the strategy, roadmap and optimisation of enterprise applications

Partnering with business leaders to identify opportunities for process improvement and digital transformation

Managing key software vendor relationships and third-party partners

Overseeing application configuration, security, testing and ongoing enhancements

Supporting integration projects and ensuring seamless connectivity between critical business systems

Delivering projects through established governance and project management frameworks

Building and maintaining robust documentation, knowledge sharing and support processes

Troubleshooting complex application issues and providing expert guidance to users and team members

What We're Looking For We're seeking a commercially minded technology leader who can balance strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery.

You'll ideally bring: Significant experience leading IT applications, business systems or enterprise applications teams Strong people management and leadership experience Proven project management and delivery capabilities Experience implementing and supporting integrated business systems Knowledge of Microsoft CRM and ERP platforms Experience managing suppliers, contracts and outsourced service providers Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification (desirable) Desirable Experience You'll stand out if you have experience with: Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement Dynamics 365 Field Service Enterprise application integration and cloud‑based solutions Manufacturing, engineering or industrial business environments

Why Join Us?

This is more than just an IT management role.

It's an opportunity to influence the future direction of a business undergoing continuous growth and transformation.

You’ll have the chance to: Lead business‑critical technology initiatives Work with modern Microsoft technologies and cloud solutions Shape application strategy and digital transformation projects Collaborate with senior leaders across the organisation Develop and mentor a talented technical team Leave a lasting impact on how technology enables business success

If you're an ambitious IT leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, building strong teams, and driving meaningful business improvement through technology, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Tarmac We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including: Bonus scheme Enhanced holiday entitlement Contributory pension scheme Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.

Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice Access to our Employee Communities, where you can network, learn from others, and increase your awareness of the support available to you.

Our three Employee Communities are: Health and Wellbeing, Inclusion and Identity, Personal Growth and Development Training and development opportunities Tarmac iscommittedto being aForces-friendly employer.

If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.

We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and arecommittedto creatinganinclusiveenvironment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.

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