IT Business System Manager (IT Manager)

Leviton Network Solutions Europe; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an IT Business System Manager to lead their IT team in Glenrothes. This role involves managing IT operations, overseeing a significant budget, and implementing strategic IT projects to enhance business processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT management, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record in leading teams. Join this forward-thinking organization and contribute to innovative solutions that drive efficiency and effectiveness across their operations.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Pension Scheme

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible Working Hours

Travel Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a similar IT management role preferred.
• Experience with IT Business Applications and Development projects.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage IT operations and lead a team of 4 IT professionals.
• Oversee IT budget and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Deliver IT projects on time and within budget.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Team Leadership

Supply Chain Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Information Science

Tools

Oracle EBS

BaaN

CPQ

MES Systems

Microsoft Windows Servers

Job description

Leviton are a leader in network solutions, providing complete cabling and connectivity systems to customers all over the world. We are a family of organisations committed to promoting an open, honest, and trustworthy culture, where each employee is respectful of our customers, suppliers, and one another. Driven by the needs of our customers and by industry standards, we strive for continuous improvement in all we do as we elevate the quality of our products, services and system solutions.

We are currently recruiting for aIT Business System Manager (IT Manager) to join ourIT Teambased at our site in Glenrothes.

Position Summary:

The Manager, Information Technology (UK) will manage IT Operations, Process Improvements, and IT Projects. This position will have a concentration in Business Process including but not limited to: Supply change, Order Management, Purchasing, Inventory, Warehouse Management, and Quoting. We are seeking a manager who will be responsible to working with the business user to be a contributor and help with execution of IT Strategic plan..

Dimensions:

• Position to be based in Glenrothes, Headquarters of Leviton Manufacturing UK Limited
• Managing an IT budget of approx. £1M
• Managing a team of 4 IT professionals
• Servers hosted on site mainly at Glenrothes Location
• Microsoft Operating System used across Servers and PC’s
• ERP System running in a HP-UX (Unix) Environment
• Local Area Network and Wide Area Network in place
• Combination of Bespoke and 3rd Party Software in use
• Approx 250 PC Users
• IT Standards and Security governed by Corporate IT – Leviton Headquarters, New York, USA.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for the planning, processes and implementation of software, application, hardware development and maintenance.
• Create and implement procedures for efficient, effective, and consistent software/hardware development and maintenance
• Write, review and/or amend specifications for projects as needed to clearly define business requirement
• Deliver a quality service to end users.
• Ensure the efficient interchange of data between the Corporate and its remote sites being managed.
• Lead in the design, build and implementation of business system solutions, utilizing the BaaN, Oracle e-Business Suite, CPQ, Bespoke, MES systems and other business applications to solve complex business requirements.
• Write, review and/or amend specifications for projects as needed to clearly define business requirements
• Manage system upgrade, integration, developments and implementation activities or projects to meet scheduled dates
• Review and recommend changes to all systems, policies, and procedures as needed to enhance the mission of the organization
• Responsible for all management job duties: recruitment; assigning and directing work, performance management, rewards and recognition, performance counseling and resolving problems
• Work with IT Staff, and/or vendors to evaluate, develop and implement technical solutions including both delivered system solutions and custom development application options
• Be responsible for the purchase of all new IT related equipment and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Create and maintain IT Budget for Leviton Manufacturing UK Limited IT needs.
• Motivate, coach and develop employees to maximize individual contribution to objectives

Additional Responsibilities:

• To lead and develop both your team, and the individuals within the team, through coaching, mentoring, leadership, and communication skills, utilising effective Position Descriptions, active Performance Management, and documented Training Plans
• To operate to the highest ethical standards, and conduct business with integrity, undertaking all business within a culture of honesty, fairness, and legal compliance
• Provide expert knowledge, experience and an innovative approach to support and develop the IT strategy ensuring it is continually appraised and updated to reflect the IT requirements to support the strategy of Leviton Network Solutions
• Provide expert strategic knowledge and inspirational leadership, training and coaching to the IT staff for whom you are responsible and overall management responsibility for all IT teams.
• Provide proactive comprehensive solution orientated support to the Leviton Directors, Managers, and staff on all IT matters.
• To be a decision maker providing strategic and professional leadership on IT projects and development.
• Continually review technical developments to ensure where feasible that efficiency is maintained.
• To be responsible for the operational, strategic planning and provision of resource for the delivery of projects and support across the organisation.
• Delivery of projects, both technical and applications, on time and on budget in line with business requirements.
• Ensure that user requirements are met and communication during the project journey has been open and realistic.
• Negotiation of prices and achieving best values on IT purchases.
• Manage tender processes in relation to IT hardware, networks and security, telephony, IT peripherals and service together with software solutions. Oversee the implementation of these and ensure future needs are anticipated.
• Oversee all IT related purchasing budget preparation and monitoring with support from Finance.
• Keep pace with legislation to ensure compliance in all areas including Data Protection in liaison with the organisation.
• Responsible for ensuring, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare of your staff and volunteers and that the activities for which they are responsible do not expose anyone to risks to their health or safety. Specific areas of responsibility include ensuring staff and volunteers are adequately supervised, trained, and provided with adequate instruction and information to carry out their work safely, ensuring that Leviton procedures are followed, and risk assessments are carried out and procedures are in place to deal with emergencies.
• Undertake any other duties which may reasonably be required of you.

Education, Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Science or related field required

Experience

• At least 5 years in a similar role would be advantageous.

Essential:

• Good communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills
• Success leading teams or collaborating with business partners and peer-level professionals from other IT specialties
• Demonstrated ability to manage a project and lead a project team, report status, and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are required; Communication style appropriate for C-Suite interaction is essential.
• Advanced functional knowledge in Supply Chain, Manufacturing discipline with proficient working knowledge in multiple relevant disciplines to create solutions for highly complex business situations

Desirable:

• Experience of IT Business Application and Development and Implementation projects
• Experience of business analysis tools and processes.

Skills

• Staff management in a Technical Environment
• Working knowledge of: Business Applications:Oracle EBS, Quoting Systems, CRM, MES Systems; Microsoft Windows Servers & Infrastructure related experience preferred but not required.
• Success leading teams or collaborating with business partners and peer-level professionals from other IT specialties
• Demonstrated ability to manage a project and lead a project team, report status and meet deadlines.
• Manage system upgrade, integration, and implementation activities.
• Ability to work well in a team environment with minimal direct supervision

Job Competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively and in writing at all levels within Leviton.
• Proactive decision maker who can positively influence change.
• Inspirational collaborative Manager who supports, coaches, and leads the IT team to deliver technical and software solutions to support the strategy and objectives of Leviton.
• Well-developed influencing skills, comfortable operating in a consultative capacity with a proven track record of delivering solutions for internal clients on time and within budget.
• Ability to establish and maintain the confidence, trust and support of IT staff and users alike through periods of significant and organisational change.

Leadership

Measures an individual’s ability to lead their team at the right level as defined in their job description. To engage and motivate their team, cascade the necessary messages and communications from the top, be approachable and listen, feedback the ideas and views of their team to their manager and take responsibility for the work of their team and encourage cross team working.

Resources

Measures an individual’s ability to manage the resources within their control again, at the right level as defined in their job description. To understand what resources they have, to plan the use of these to meet team needs and objectives, to use them effectively and efficiently, to cut down on wastage of time, effort, cost etc, to review working practices and ensure they are appropriate and effective, to manage these resources when things change and to practice budgetary control.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Fast paced office environment. Manufacturing environment.

Travel:

There will be some travel involved in this role (up to 5%), which may involve travelling to the USA.