IT Project Manager

SPECTRUM IT; England; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful FMCG wholesaler in Southampton is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to own their IT function. This is a hands-on role, focusing on delivering a crucial ERP upgrade with significant autonomy. The ideal candidate will have a proactive approach and strong stakeholder management skills. Working directly with senior leadership, you will lead various technology initiatives in a rapidly expanding employee-owned business. Flexible working is offered, with competitive compensation, including a monthly profit share.

Benefits

Monthly profit share

Direct access to senior leadership

Stake in the employee-owned business

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering IT projects in multi-system environments.
• Experience with ERP upgrades, preferably Dynamics / Business Central.
• Comfortable operating autonomously in an evolving business without a mature IT structure.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of IT and systems projects across the business.
• Own the ERP upgrade with minimal disruption to operations.
• Translate operational needs into clear technical requirements.

Skills

Proactive

Stakeholder management

Autonomy

Communication with technical partners

SDLC understanding

Job description

We're recruiting on behalf of a successful, growing FMCG wholesaler where you would own the IT function and have autonomy in the role. This is a rare opportunity to join a small, family-run, 100% employee-owned business that is expanding rapidly and moving to a larger premises in the near future.

The business retains a close-knit, pragmatic and collaborative culture. There is no heavily established IT hierarchy, so this role will suit someone who enjoys autonomy, rolling up their sleeves, and genuinely getting stuck in.

IT Project Manager

Up to £75,000

Southampton

Flexible Working

What you will be doing:

This is a hands‑on IT Project Manager role, reporting directly to the Managing Director. You'll take ownership of a portfolio of technology initiatives, with a major focus on delivering a business-critical ERP upgrade (Microsoft Dynamics / Business Central preferred).

You'll be trusted to shape how IT projects are delivered across the business - working closely with warehouse, transport, finance, sales, and purchasing teams.

What we're looking for:

Someone who:

• Is naturally proactive
• Is comfortable working hands‑on in a business without a mature IT structure
• Communicates confidently with both technical partners and non-technical stakeholders
• Enjoys autonomy and ownership in a growing, operationally driven wholesale business
• Thrives in a down-to-earth, people-focused culture

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of IT and systems projects across the business
• Own the ERP upgrade, ensuring minimal disruption to wholesale operations
• Translate operational business needs into clear technical requirements
• Work closely with warehouse, transport, finance, sales, and purchasing teams
• Create and maintain project plans, RAID logs, roadmaps, and reporting

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience delivering IT projects in multi-system environments
• ERP upgrade experience (Dynamics / Business Central highly desirable)
• Strong understanding of SDLC and software delivery
• Confident stakeholder management and clear communication style
• Comfortable operating autonomously with minimal IT infrastructure in place

Why This Role Stands Out

• Employee-owned wholesaler - everyone has a stake in the business
• Direct access to senior leadership and real influence
• Expanding business with new premises and significant investment planned
• Monthly profit share (currently averaging at £200 tax-free per month)

If this IT Project Manager role sounds of interest please contact [e-mail]