VP Technology - Manufacturing (CIO, IT Director)

TN United Kingdom; Scotland; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Vice President of IT to lead the technology setup for new manufacturing facilities in the UK and India. This pivotal role involves managing a global team and overseeing the implementation of IT systems, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals. The successful candidate will report directly to the board, making a significant impact on large-scale projects while collaborating closely with the global CIO. If you are a visionary leader in IT with manufacturing expertise, this is an exciting opportunity to drive innovation and transformation in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing IT infrastructure for manufacturing.
• Strong leadership skills with a global team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the IT strategy for new factories in the UK and India.
• Collaborate with the global CIO to align manufacturing IT strategies.

Skills

IT Infrastructure Management

Manufacturing Expertise

Team Leadership

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT or related field

Master's Degree in Business Administration

Job description

Job Description

The successful Vice President - IT will be responsible for the technology setup and strategy for new factories being built in the UK and India. We are seeking an industry leader/expert in manufacturing and general IT infrastructure with the ability to manage a global team and oversee the greenfield setup of IT systems at both sites. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior leader to make a significant impact on large-scale manufacturing projects, reporting directly to the board and owning the manufacturing IT strategy in close collaboration with the global CIO. Please note, this role will be based in Somerset, but due to the international scope, there is an expectation of approximately 30% travel, primarily to India and China.