UK IT Director: Tech Strategy & Resilience

Fanatics, Inc.; Middleton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global digital sports platform seeks an IT Director to lead technology operations across the UK. This role involves managing IT functions, ensuring system uptime, and delivering key initiatives in Supply Chain and Logistics. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of IT leadership experience and a strong grasp of infrastructure management and vendor relations. Join a dynamic team dedicated to maximizing the fan experience in sports on a global scale.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT leadership within complex, multi-site or omni-channel organisations.
• Proven experience managing infrastructure, networks, and enterprise systems at scale.
• Strong understanding of Supply Chain, Logistics, Buying, and Merchandising processes.

Responsibilities

• Build and develop a high-performing UK IT team.
• Lead all UK-based IT functions – infrastructure, networking, and workplace systems.
• Deliver major UK initiatives spanning Supply Chain, Logistics, Buying, and Merchandising systems.
• Manage vendor performance and service delivery.
• Guide technology and product decisions to balance UK ROI.

Skills

IT leadership

Infrastructure management

Supply Chain knowledge

Vendor management

Effective communication

Job description

A global digital sports platform seeks an IT Director to lead technology operations across the UK. This role involves managing IT functions, ensuring system uptime, and delivering key initiatives in Supply Chain and Logistics. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of IT leadership experience and a strong grasp of infrastructure management and vendor relations. Join a dynamic team dedicated to maximizing the fan experience in sports on a global scale.