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IT Manager - Oldham (Fully Onsite)

Hours: 7.30am - 4.30pm, Monday-Friday (Flexible)

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Reports to: Operations Director

Location: Oldham HQ with multi‑site responsibility (6 locations)

We're looking for a hands‑on IT Manager to lead and develop our IT function across six UK sites. This is a fully onsite leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment and has strong expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (SaaS).

About the Role

You will take ownership of our entire IT estate strategy, infrastructure, cybersecurity, ERP management, supplier relationships, support, and digital transformation. You'll also manage and develop one IT team member while working directly with senior leadership to drive technology improvements and reliability across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the company's IT strategy, performance, and continuous improvement.

Own, optimise, and develop Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, managing configuration, upgrades, user support, and partner relationships.

Oversee on‑prem and cloud infrastructure, networks, servers, storage, Wi‑Fi, and telephony across all sites.

Maintain strong cybersecurity controls, policies, backups, and compliance (including GDPR).

Manage Microsoft 365, licensing, contracts, and key IT suppliers.

Support core business applications and integrations (including website, EDI, AMS, and internal systems).

Ensure high‑quality user support, communication, and training.

Lead IT and digital projects from scoping through to delivery and adoption.

Maintain disaster recovery and business continuity readiness.

What You'll Bring

Proven experience as an IT Manager or senior IT lead in a multi‑site environment.

Strong, hands-on expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (SaaS).

Broad infrastructure, networking, and Microsoft 365 knowledge.

Strong understanding of cybersecurity, audits, policies, and risk management.

Experience managing suppliers, contracts, and IT assets.

A proactive, organised, and people-focused approach.

DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality

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