UK Head of Technology, International: Lead & Scale Tech

Fanatics Inc.; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

In-office presence Tue–Thu in London/M

Job summary

Fanatics is seeking a Head of Technology, International (UK) based in Manchester to provide strategic and operational leadership across all UK technology teams, ensuring resilient infrastructure and alignment with global strategy.

The role partners with North America leaders to deploy solutions spanning retail, fulfillment, supply chain and digital channels, delivering business impact through bold leadership and execution excellence.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of IT leadership experience within complex, multi-site or omni-channel organizations.
• Strong understanding of Supply Chain, Logistics, Buying, and Merchandising processes.
• Proven track record delivering technology transformation initiatives (WMS, ERP, 3PL integrations, RFID).
• Skilled in vendor and partner management across complex supplier landscapes.
• Effective communicator in global, matrixed environments aligning regional priorities with enterprise strategy.
• Senior in-country technology leader with accountability for infrastructure, workplace systems, site technology and cybersecurity.
• Ability to build, develop, and retain high‑performing technical teams with accountability and career development.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across UK-based technology teams.
• Define governance frameworks, KPIs, and delivery processes connecting regional priorities to global strategy.
• Deliver uptime, security, and scalability across distribution, retail sites, and offices.
• Oversee cybersecurity posture and compliance with global policies.
• Drive delivery frameworks and governance for consistent, measurable outcomes across UK programs.

Skills

IT leadership

Supply chain tech

WMS/ERP/RFID

Vendor management

Global/matrix leadership

In-country tech leadership

Build high-performing teams

Job description

Fanatics is seeking a Head of Technology, International (UK) based in Manchester to provide strategic and operational leadership across all UK technology teams, ensuring resilient infrastructure and alignment with global strategy.

The role partners with North America leaders to deploy solutions spanning retail, fulfillment, supply chain and digital channels, delivering business impact through bold leadership and execution excellence.