IT Manager (Retail/Store Ops Experience Only)

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    London
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Banking And Finance Technology
  • Industry

    Retail & Consumer Goods
  • Pay

    Up to 50k

IT Manager | Retail Ops Experience | Multi-Site Experience

Are you a confident multi-site retail IT Engineer looking for a step-up into a management role, or an existing hands-on IT Manager/Engineer looking for an excellent new opportunity?

Read on.....

Your key responsibilities:

  • Troubleshoot and manage day-to-day tech issues: store internet, tills, phones, POS, data, and other platforms.
  • Own incident response and request handling - ensure quick resolution or escalation.
  • Monitor and improve IT service performance; create and share reports with local and regional teams.
    • Manage vendor relationships - ensure they deliver what they promise.
    • Run regular check-ins, track SLAs, and raise issues when needed.
  • Lead or support tech rollouts and upgrades in stores/offices.
  • Coordinate with country and regional teams for decision points.
  • Be the tech face of the UK operations - communicate clearly and proactively.
  • Build strong relationships with local leaders and teams.
    • Working with the Global team, fully understand the JFC Global and Regional BTDT strategies to understand their application in the UK context.
    • Translate strategic direction into actionable plans and initiatives aligned with UK operations.
  • Identify and feed back opportunities to improve execution through innovation – focus on continuous improvement.

What you'll need to succeed

Excellent customer service; a desire to grow and develop your career, a confident and outgoing personality/ability to discuss IT with senior stakeholders is an absolute must.

The perfect candidate will come from a retail IT Operations background, preferably a major retailer.

What you'll get in return

Competitive salary - up to 50k, hybrid working, benefits

What you need to do now

Apply for the role, and call Lorenz at Hays on 07863107173 ASAP (I take calls on the weekend - but only call if you fit the criteria please)


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Talk to Lorenz Pasch, the specialist consultant managing this position

Located in London-City, 5th Floor, 107 Cheapside, Telephone 02034650121
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