I.T. Manager
DECOTEK Automotive is based in the Irish midlands employing people in a highly skilled manufacturing environment. We design, develop and manufacture exterior trim components for our global automotive industry customers. We are currently recruiting for an I.T. Manager. This role is full-time, our working hours are Monday-Friday 08.00-16.30. We pride ourselves on directly supplying original parts to some of the top global automotive manufacturers. The I.T. Manager should ensure the stability of the existing technologies and identifying opportunities for new technologies. They will control data and technology security. The I.T. Manager will be strategic in their approach to develop the I.T. infrastructure, embracing continuous quality improvement, and the management of all areas necessary to achieve departmental and company objectives. Principal Accountabilities: - Establish and maintain relationships with I.T. vendors, negotiating contracts and service level agreements - Develop and implement the company's I.T. strategy in alignment with the overall business strategy - Develop and manage the I.T. budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficiency - Process Improvement - continually improving the I.T. services. - Ensure the security and integrity of Decotek’s data and information systems - Oversee I.T. projects from conception to completion, including project planning, resource allocation, and risk management - Develop and implement I.T. policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards - Development and protection of Decotek Automotive intellectual property - All responsibilities should be undertaken in a spirit of Continuous improvement, striving for excellence and adoption of Best Practice. - Achievement of Decotek Automotive Goals in line with our Vision, Mission, and Values. - Ensure employees are managed effectively and any issues arising are dealt with in a professional manner. - Responsible for reviewing the performance of employees under your supervision; setting objectives for their training and development; providing support and creating opportunities for their training and development; giving feedback and evaluating the effectiveness and performance improvement. - Ensure all employees have the appropriate departmental training for their role. On completion of training, ensure employees have signed off the relevant training and forward to HR department - Stay up to date with new technologies and trends in the I.T. industry - Manage and maintain the company's I.T. infrastructure, including hardware, software, and network systems - Any other responsibilities that may be assigned. Skills and Experience: - Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, ITIL V4 or other industry relevant qualifications - Relevant experience in I.T. management, with a proven track record of success - Strong project management skills, with experience managing multiple projects simultaneously - Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - In-depth knowledge of I.T. systems, infrastructure, and security - Experience managing I.T. budgets and negotiating with vendors - Familiarity with relevant regulations and standards, such as GDPR and ISO 27001 - Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously - Strong customer service skills and a focus on delivering results Interested? What can Decotek offer you? - We provide 21.5 days of annual leave - plus your 10 statutory bank holidays - Compassionate Leave - Refer A Friend Scheme - Bike to Work Scheme - Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family, offering up to 8 free counselling sessions, and many more wellness benefits - Attendance Bonus - Health & Safety Bonus - Bi-Annual Events including Summer BBQ & Xmas Dinner We'd love to hear from you. Please hit the link to apply, or get in touch via our careers page for more information on any of our open vacancies @ Decotek Automotive Ltd.