IT Manager

TechNET has partnered with a well-established organisation in the timber / distribution space (c.300 employees) to hire a Strategic IT Manager to lead and modernise IT across 5 UK sites. This is a broad, high-impact role combining hands-on ownership of the IT estate with strategic planning and a major BizTrack (Epicor) ERP upgrade project. The opportunity You'll take end-to-end responsibility for IT, strengthening resilience and security while improving operational efficiency through better systems, reporting and process optimisation. You'll also play a key role in shaping a 3-5 year IT roadmap aligned to business growth and performance. Key responsibilities Lead and manage all IT across 5 UK sites Own and optimise the ERP platform (BizTrack / BosTrak) Lead the ERP upgrade programme (project ownership, stakeholder management, vendor coordination) Ensure business continuity, system reliability, and robust cyber security Maintain networks, servers, hardware and site connectivity Develop reporting and management dashboards Improve systems supporting stock, logistics and operational workflows Manage IT suppliers and third-party providers Control IT budget, user support and staff training Define and deliver a 3-5 year IT strategy Essential experience ERP management within a distribution / stock-led environment ERP implementation and/or upgrade delivery experience Multi-site IT ownership (sites, users, connectivity, support model) Infrastructure and network oversight Database knowledge (SQL preferred) Cyber security management and compliance focus Strong project management capability Exposure to E-Commerce environments Desirable Experience in timber / builders merchant / distribution / manufacturing Warehouse scanning systems and logistics integration Cloud migration experience Personal attributes Commercially minded and improvement-focused Strategic but comfortable being hands-on when needed Strong communicator across technical and non-technical stakeholders Practical problem-solver who brings structure and pace Location / working pattern Based in Maldon, Essex (with travel to other UK sites as required) On-site, 5 days per week (this is a visible, business-facing role) Interested in a role with genuine ownership and a clear transformation agenda? Apply or message TechNET for a confidential conversation.