IT Business Manager

Welwyn Garden City
3 days ago
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IT Business Relationship Manager

Hertfordshire - Office based

£50,000-£55,000

Are you a commercially savvy IT leader who thrives in a fast-paced, consumer-driven environment?️

Looking for a business where you can make a real impact at both local and global levels?✔

The Advocate Group is proud to be partnering with a leading international food and drink business, seeking an IT Business Relationship Manager to bridge the gap between UK operations and global IT strategy. This is a pivotal role where you’ll be the face of IT for the UK, delivering key projects, driving alignment, and ensuring that local business goals are supported through technology.

The Role

Act as the strategic IT partner to UK business units, translating global IT strategy into effective local execution
Lead and develop a small, capable IT team while ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
Champion the delivery of local and global IT projects – including SAP integrations, automation, cloud migration, and more
Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders, vendors, and Group IT to deliver value-adding initiatives
Act as a key point of escalation for IT challenges and ensure timely resolution of business-critical issues
Drive adoption and communication of new systems and digital solutions across the business
Oversee governance, compliance, and reporting processes to ensure the UK business remains aligned with global standards

The Person

5+ years of experience in IT business relationship management or a similar role within a fast-moving or matrixed business
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills – able to translate tech into business language
Confident leading IT projects and overseeing service delivery across functions
Knowledge of SAP, EDI, and distribution systems (WMS) is highly beneficial
Comfortable working closely with global teams and navigating semi-corporate environments
Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach – able to balance project delivery with operational leadership
Holds a full UK driving licence

If you’re looking to join a dynamic, growing business and take ownership of key IT transformation projects, we’d love to hear from you!

Please apply directly or contact Ciara on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

The Advocate Group is a leading search and selection consultancy focused on the consumer products sector. For more opportunities or advice on your next career move, contact us today

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