IT Manager

Salary: £48,000 - 60,000 per year

Requirements:

• Proven working experience as an IT Manager or relevant experience.
• Manufacturing experience is preferred but not essential.
• Experience of Epicor Kinetic would be advantageous.
• Project management experience is advantageous, along with cost management.
• A proven track record of quickly adding value in a fast-paced environment.
• Technically strong with a commercial mindset.
• An investigative mind, both on tasks at hand and in questioning whether there is a better way.
• Ability to progress many activities concurrently.
• Proven ability to work under pressure.
• Experience of developing processes and procedures.
• Flexible approach to work, as additional hours may be required.

Responsibilities:

• Lead all IT and communications for the company, ensuring all on-site and remote systems are maintained and appropriate security measures are in place.
• Manage relationships with external IT service providers for email, network, backups, and printers.
• Manage relationships with the ERP supplier and other external IT suppliers.
• Gain compliance for Cyber Essentials.
• Manage and create cost-efficient contracts for IT companies and telephony.
• Advise on IT infrastructure.
• Maintain, implement, and improve business automations.
• Manage the day-to-day ERP solution, currently Glovia and moving to Epicor.
• Assist in the implementation of a new ERP system.
• Design, develop, implement, and coordinate systems, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure security of data, network access, and backup systems.
• Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in a timely manner.
• Preserve assets, information security, and control structure.
• Handle the annual budget and ensure cost effectiveness.
• Mentor and guide the IT Apprentice.

Technologies:

• ERP
• Network
• Security

More:

We are hiring an IT Manager reporting into the Managing Director in Bolton (BL3 2JJ). This role is responsible for leading our IT and communications function, supporting both on-site and remote systems, and helping us maintain strong security and effective operations. The role involves working with external suppliers, supporting our ERP environment, contributing to a new ERP implementation, and managing budget and contract efficiency. We offer a flexible approach to work, and additional hours may be required.

last updated 36 week of 2026