Senior Regional Technology Leader – Apparel & Consumer Goods

Conspicuous; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer brand is seeking a Senior Regional Technology Leader in Manchester for a hybrid 6-month contract. This high-level role involves overseeing tech strategy and transformation within EMEA operations. The ideal candidate will have senior leadership experience in apparel or consumer goods, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to navigate multinational environments. You will lead cross-functional teams and align global initiatives with local needs, ensuring tech empowers supply chain and retail success.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience (CIO, VP, or Director) in apparel or consumer goods is required.
• Strong commercial acumen is essential for success.
• Experience with cross-functional teams in matrix-led environments is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional tech strategy for a consumer-driven organization.
• Align digital initiatives with local business needs.
• Guide cross-functional teams through transformation.

Skills

Leadership experience in apparel or consumer goods

Commercial acumen

Tech understanding in supply chain and retail

Ability to drive transformation

Experience in multinational environments

Job description

Senior Regional Technology Leader – Apparel & Consumer Goods

📍 Hybrid – 3 days onsite in Manchester

📅 6-month contract (Fixed Term Contract considered) | Start : ASAP

We’re working with a globally recognised consumer brand seeking a senior business technology leader to oversee strategic transformation across EMEA operations.

This is not a hands‑on tech delivery role, it’s a high‑level leadership position for someone who understands how technology empowers the business across supply chain, retail, DTC, and e-commerce. If you’ve held a CIO, VP, or Director‑level role in Apparel or Consumer Goods, this could be a perfect match.

The Opportunity

• Lead regional tech strategy and delivery for a fast‑paced, consumer‑driven organisation.
• Align global digital initiatives with local business needs across multiple markets.
• Guide cross‑functional teams (40+ people) through transformation and operational excellence.
• Influence senior stakeholders across supply chain, merchandising, and retail operations.
• Own regional budgets, people development, and enterprise‑level programme execution.

What We’re Looking For

• Senior leadership experience (CIO, VP, Director) in apparel, fashion, or consumer goods.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of how tech enables supply chain, retail & DTC success.
• Experience navigating matrix‑led, multinational environments with complex stakeholder landscapes.
• Proven ability to lead transformation, drive change, and champion innovation at scale.
• Comfortable with a hybrid working model and regional travel (up to 50%).

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a visible, business‑facing leadership role with the backing of a globally trusted brand.