Job type
PermanentLocation
BelfastWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
LeadershipIndustry
Retail & Consumer GoodsPay
Competitive
A leading retail and wholesale organisation with a strong presence across Ireland is seeking a Head of IT
Head of IT – Wholesale Projects
Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Competitive + Excellent Benefits
A leading retail and wholesale organisation with a strong presence across Ireland is seeking a Head of IT – Wholesale Projects to lead the next phase of its digital transformation. This is a unique opportunity for a strategic IT leader to join a values-driven business that supports thousands of retail and foodservice operations across the island.
The Opportunity
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of wholesale operations across both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. This role involves working closely with senior stakeholders to define and deliver a robust IT strategy that enhances customer experience, drives operational efficiency, and supports long-term business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Partnership:
Collaborate with wholesale and retail teams to identify technology needs and opportunities, including in-store innovations. - Technology Leadership:
Define and implement IT strategies that align with business goals and enhance the wholesale customer journey. - Project Delivery:
Lead the successful delivery of complex IT projects, ensuring they are on time, within budget, and aligned with business priorities. - Innovation & Improvement:
Identify and implement scalable technology solutions that improve efficiency and performance. - Stakeholder Engagement:
Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, influencing and aligning teams around shared goals. - Resource Management:
Oversee budgets and resources to ensure sustainable and cost-effective technology investments. - Emerging Tech:
Evaluate and adopt new technologies that support long-term business objectives.
Essential Criteria
- 10+ years of experience in IT leadership roles, with a strong track record of delivering impactful technology projects.
- Proven ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
- Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with experience managing cross-functional and hybrid teams.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Experience working in hybrid environments and managing change effectively.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess architecture and identify risks.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience in retail or wholesale environments.
- Familiarity with project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, DevOps, or Kanban.
- A passion for customer-facing technology and software development.
What’s on Offer
- Impact & Innovation:
Be part of a forward-thinking organisation with a strong legacy and ambitious digital roadmap. - Hybrid Flexibility:
Enjoy a flexible working model with 2–4 monthly visits to key sites across Ireland. - Inclusive Culture:
Join a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance culture that values diversity and continuous improvement. - Career Growth:
Opportunities for professional development and career progression in a supportive environment.
Ready to Make a Difference?
This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary IT leader to shape the future of wholesale technology in a dynamic and customer-focused environment. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply now and be part of a business where innovation, community, and excellence go hand in hand.
