Head of IT

Reference: 168576_1780913256

Head of IT - Sligo (Hybrid)

I'm currently working with a well-established Irish organisation seeking to appoint a Head of IT to lead its technology function and drive a major digital transformation agenda.

This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for shaping IT strategy, overseeing enterprise systems and infrastructure, and ensuring secure, scalable technology operations across a complex multi-site environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in leading a large-scale ERP transformation while supporting ongoing innovation across cybersecurity, cloud technologies, and operational systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the company's IT and digital transformation roadmap
  • Lead enterprise-wide ERP implementation and optimisation initiatives
  • Oversee IT infrastructure, business systems, cybersecurity, and service delivery
  • Ensure high availability and resilience across multi-site operations
  • Drive security, compliance, disaster recovery, and risk management initiatives
  • Manage IT vendors, technology partners, and budgets
  • Build strong relationships across senior leadership and operational teams
  • Lead and develop a high-performing internal IT function

Experience Required

  • Proven experience in a Head of IT, IT Director, or senior technology leadership role
  • Strong track record delivering ERP transformation programmes
  • Experience managing enterprise infrastructure and business-critical systems
  • Background operating within manufacturing, logistics, retail, or other multi-site environments beneficial
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and leadership capability
  • Ability to balance strategic planning with operational delivery

What's on Offer

  • Strong salary and benefits package
  • Hybrid working model
  • Opportunity to lead a high-impact transformation programme
  • Strategic leadership position within a growing Irish business

Next Steps

For a confidential discussion or to apply directly:

📧 [email protected]
📞 019014378

GCS is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

€100,000.00 - €120,000.00
Per annum
EUR100000 - EUR120000 per annum + plus package - bonus pension etc
Added 08/06/2026
Reference: 168576_1780913256

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