Head of IT

QTP are the largest distributor of tractor parts in Ireland. We are looking to hire a Head of IT to help us progress to the next phase in the companys growth strategy. This role is based on site in Mullingar 5 days per week. ResponsibilitiesManage the IT department, providing a level of service to the organisation in line with business needs and industry best practice. Report to senior management and communicate with the business stakeholders on all IT matters. Continually liaise with other departments in the organisation to assess their IT needs and devise solutions that best address those needs.

Plan the implementation of new solutions and provide guidance to the IT team and managed service partners and other staff within the organisationResponsible for the integration and smooth running of our Website ERP WMS systems, ensuring customer orders are processed through these systems efficiently. Manage all elements of ICT service delivery ensuring the availability of a fully functional, reliable and secure ICT environment. Ensure that appropriate levels of governance are in place for IT Management in the delivery of services and projects. Develop and implement IT strategy in support of the companys mission and strategic objectives.

IT Vendor Management and procurement including negotiating service level agreements and managing vendors to ensure agreed targets and standards are met. Prepare and implement policies, procedures and standards relating to IT systems, services and frameworks in line with industry best practice. Overall responsibility IT Security & Disaster Recovery. Prepare and manage the IT Budget ensuring spend is prioritised in line with company objectives. Project management (Infrastructure rollout / consolidation / upgrade projects)Participate in process improvement initiatives across the business. Keep up to date on new technologies in IT that may benefit the organisation.

Experience And SkillsProven IT Management experience including 7+ years IT experience, with strong Infrastructure, Network and Applications Support experience, ideally in a warehousing/manufacturing environment. Experience extracting value from ERP systems in a warehousing/manufacturing environment, especially using reporting tools to present information supporting decision making. Project Management skills and experience in using structured project management frameworks. Good business process knowledge and proven experience in using technology to improve efficiency. Strong vendor management and relationship management skills. Excellent analysis and problem-solving skills. Excellent communications skills.

Demonstrated functional and technical knowledge of IT systems & technology trends and the threats and opportunities that these create for the business. A broad understanding of ICT systems, applications and operating systems. Awareness of Data Protection legislation and its impact on ICT. SkillsIt Management ERP Leading ChangeBenefitsPension Fund Performance Bonus