IT Applications Manager

IT Applications Manager - Hydro International

Hybrid | Clevedon | Drive Technology That Powers Business Success

Are you a hands-on IT leader with a passion for business transformation, enterprise applications, and leading high-performing teams?

We're looking for an experienced IT Applications Manager to take ownership of our enterprise application landscape, lead a talented team of application specialists, and drive the delivery of innovative technology solutions that support a growing international business.

This is a fantastic opportunity to combine strategic leadership with technical expertise, working closely with stakeholders across the organisation to enhance business processes, optimise systems, and deliver real impact.

What You'll Be Doing

As our IT Applications Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our enterprise applications strategy. You'll lead a team of application analysts while remaining actively involved in system improvements, project delivery, and stakeholder engagement.

Key responsibilities include:

✅ Leading, coaching and developing a team of Application Analysts

✅ Driving the strategy, roadmap and optimisation of enterprise applications

✅ Partnering with business leaders to identify opportunities for process improvement and digital transformation

✅ Managing key software vendor relationships and third-party partners

✅ Overseeing application configuration, security, testing and ongoing enhancements

✅ Supporting integration projects and ensuring seamless connectivity between critical business systems

✅ Delivering projects through established governance and project management frameworks

✅ Building and maintaining robust documentation, knowledge sharing and support processes

✅ Troubleshooting complex application issues and providing expert guidance to users and team members

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a commercially minded technology leader who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.

You'll ideally bring:

Significant experience leading IT applications, business systems or enterprise applications teams

Strong people management and leadership experience

Proven project management and delivery capabilities

Experience implementing and supporting integrated business systems

Knowledge of Microsoft CRM and ERP platforms

Experience managing suppliers, contracts and outsourced service providers

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline

PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification (desirable)

Desirable Experience

You'll stand out if you have experience with:

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement

Dynamics 365 Field Service

Enterprise application integration and cloud-based solutions

Manufacturing, engineering or industrial business environments

Why Join Us?

This is more than just an IT management role. It's an opportunity to influence the future direction of a business undergoing continuous growth and transformation.

You'll have the chance to:

Lead business-critical technology initiatives

Work with modern Microsoft technologies and cloud solutions

Shape application strategy and digital transformation projects

Collaborate with senior leaders across the organisation

Develop and mentor a talented technical team

Leave a lasting impact on how technology enables business success

Ready to Apply?

If you're an ambitious IT leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, building strong teams, and driving meaningful business improvement through technology, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of enterprise technology within a growing and innovative organisation.

Why Tarmac

We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.

Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice

Access to our Employee Communities, where you can network, learn from others, and increase your awareness of the support available to you. Our three Employee Communities are: Health and Wellbeing, Inclusion and Identity, Personal Growth and Development

Training and development opportunities

Tarmac iscommittedto being aForces‑friendly employer. If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.

We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and arecommittedto creating aninclusiveenvironment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.