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Are you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below. Are you a senior IT leader who thrives in fast-paced, operational environments? Can you translate business priorities into practical, scalable technology solutions? Do you bring experience from an FMCG environment - ideally food, drink, or retail? MacGregor Black are partnering with a fast-paced FMCG organisation on the search for a Group IT Director. This is a permanent role based in London. As a key member of the leadership team, you will be responsible for shaping the Groups IT strategy, driving operational improvements, overseeing core business systems, and leading a capable internal IT function. Key Responsibilities: Define and deliver a practical, business-aligned IT strategy across the Group. Lead, mentor and develop the internal IT team, fostering a culture of ownership and service excellence. Own and manage the Group IT budget, ensuring value for money and clear prioritisation of projects and support. Oversee day-to-day IT operations across all UK entities and sites, ensuring consistent service delivery. Manage core infrastructure, cloud platforms, end-user computing, and service desk operations. Ensure IT systems support field-based operations, including engineering teams, logistics, and customer servicing. Maintain business continuity, robust disaster recovery, and high availability across key systems. Lead the improvement and optimisation of business systems, including ERP (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics), CRM, service management tools, and mobile workforce platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure systems meet operational and commercial needs. Identify opportunities to automate, integrate or modernise systems to improve efficiency and reporting. Own the Groups cyber security roadmap, policies, and controls. Ensure compliance with data protection regulations (UK GDPR) and information security best practices. Manage IT risk and regularly report on posture and improvement areas to senior stakeholders. Act as a trusted partner to senior leaders, ensuring technology is enablingnot obstructingthe business. Manage vendor relationships, including outsourced services, software providers, and infrastructure partners. What We're Looking For: Proven experience in a senior IT leadership role (IT Director, Head of IT, CIO) within a multi-site, service-led or operational business. Strong knowledge of enterprise IT systems including ERP (Microsoft Dynamics preferred), field service platforms, and infrastructure services. Experience supporting field-based teams, logistics operations, or engineering/service businesses. Hands-on understanding of cloud platforms, networking, and modern workplace tools. Track record of improving IT operations, delivering systems upgrades, and managing third-party vendors. Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. Competitive salary and benefits package. Please contact Carl Maw for more information today. Seniority level Seniority levelDirector Employment type Employment typeFull-time Job function Job functionInformation Technology IndustriesFood and Beverage Retail Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at MacGregor Black by 2x Get notified about new Director of Information Technology jobs in London Area, United Kingdom . Senior Director, Head of IT Service Delivery London, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Uxbridge, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 15 hours ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 11 hours ago Head of IT Infrastructure/Security Uxbridge (ONSITE) Uxbridge, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago Chief Technology and Information Officer (CTIO) - Believ London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago Senior Director, Head of Group Business Solutions UK London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago Global Head of Technology Strategy - Career Solutions London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago London Area, United Kingdom 130,000.00-150,000.00 11 hours ago Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

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